The new Practical Chinese is a textbook consisting of a total of 70 lessons across 6 volumes. It is designed for a three-year study program, from beginner to intermediate level. The textbook aligns with the new curriculum of the NOCFL and the HSK guidelines. The goal of the textbook is to develop students' communicative skills through engagement with the structure and function of the language, relevant cultural knowledge, and training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing competencies. To make learning the Chinese language easier and more interesting, the textbook features the following characteristics: It is set against a backdrop of Chinese culture with international students Ding Libo, Lin Na, and Ma Dawei. Through the experiences of the main characters in the textbook, students will...