The Vocab Booster series is organized into different topics, with a strong focus on learning new words. The series includes vocabulary for all HSK levels.
Series Summary:
Each Booster covers a specific theme, such as technology, food, travel, or daily routines. As you move through the levels, the vocabulary becomes more challenging and the stories become longer.
Most graded readers expect you to guess the meaning of new words from the story. The Vocab Booster series does the opposite. It is based on one simple idea: every word in the story is a new word for you.
This series gives you control. You decide whether you want to study first, or just read, and you choose your own pace. By learning the words before you read, you avoid frustration and enjoy the story more. You recognise the words as you read, and reading helps you reinforce what you have learned.
Before you start an episode, you can see all the new vocabulary in the study section. You can learn the words first, and then read the story to see how they are used in context. This helps you move from memorising words to actually understanding them in real situations.
We also provide an Anki deck so you can practice with spaced repetition and remember the words for longer.
How to Use This Series:
- Study – Look at the vocabulary list for the episode before you read.
- Practice – Use the Anki deck to review the words regularly.
- Read – Enjoy the story. You will recognize every word because you already studied it.
- Remember – The words appear again in later episodes, which helps you keep them in your memory.
The Structure:
- Beginner: 25 basic words and simple sentence structures for everyday situations.
- Intermediate: 50 new words. More complex stories with useful connecting words and grammar patterns.
- Advanced: 50 new words. Longer texts with richer vocabulary and more natural expressions.
Course Syllabus
Beginner
思考与学习 – Thinking and Learning
Lesson 1 of 6 within section Beginner.
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Lesson 2 of 6 within section Beginner.
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Lesson 3 of 6 within section Beginner.
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感觉与思考 – Feeling and Thinking
Lesson 4 of 6 within section Beginner.
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Lesson 5 of 6 within section Beginner.
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Recap: 清澈的心 – Recap: Clear Heart
Lesson 6 of 6 within section Beginner.
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Intermediate
思考的起点 – The Starting Point of Thought
Lesson 1 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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记忆的迷宫 – The Labyrinth of Memory
Lesson 2 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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情绪的颜色 – The Color of Emotions
Lesson 3 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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专注的力量 – The Power of Focus
Lesson 4 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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梦的解析 – The Interpretation of Dreams
Lesson 5 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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选择的智慧 – The Wisdom of Choice
Lesson 6 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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语言的陷阱 – The Trap of Language
Lesson 7 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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创意的火花 – Sparks of Creativity
Lesson 8 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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习惯的秘密 – The Secret of Habits
Lesson 9 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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时间的错觉 – The Illusion of Time
Lesson 10 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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Recap: 心灵的镜子 – Recap: Mirror of the Soul
Lesson 11 of 11 within section Intermediate.
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Advanced
心灵的迷宫 – The Labyrinth of the Soul
Lesson 1 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 2 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 3 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 4 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 5 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 6 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 7 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 8 of 11 within section Advanced.
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理性的陨落 – The Fall of Reason
Lesson 9 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Lesson 10 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Recap: 终极领悟 – Recap: Ultimate Realization
Lesson 11 of 11 within section Advanced.
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Reading Path
- Beginner (Episodes 1-6): Basic vocabulary and simple sentence structures
- Intermediate (Episodes 101-111): More complex narratives and grammar patterns
- Advanced (Episodes 201-211): Longer texts and nuanced expressions
Perfect For
- Self-directed readers who want structured, engaging content
- Learners building vocabulary for HSK 3.0 Band 2 and up
- Those who want to move beyond textbook dialogues into real stories
- Students interested in practical Chinese for daily life
