By: Christine Yang Barry,, Lukas Miao Zhang etc.  (Illustrator) & Felton Pilate (Music Producer) 
Originally Published in: United States 
Format: Interactive board book with a press-to-play sound button on each page
Language: Songs in Mandarin Chinese; text in Simplified Chinese, pinyin, and English
Songs per book: 6 songs + 1 "You Say It, I Say It" track 

A gentle, musical introduction to Mandarin Chinese through bonding, comfort, and everyday moments.

Designed for babies and toddlers (ages 0–3), and equally welcoming as a first introduction to Mandarin for preschool children ages 3–5, this interactive musical sound book helps families begin singing Mandarin from day one.

•           Simplified Chinese, Pinyin, and English on every page
•           Serves heritage families and beginners equally
•           No prior Mandarin required

The First Step in a Child's Language Journey

Book 1 is the start of the JoJo Chinese Songs for Baby & Me series.

Following a child's natural developmental progression from connection to independence, the six-book series grows with your child through:

Connection → Body → World → Imagination → Feelings → Independence

As the first stage in this journey, Book 1 focuses on closeness, comfort, trust, and early connection. Through cuddles, routines, and shared moments, children begin to associate language with warmth, security, and love.

6 Songs + You Say It, I Say It

Each book includes six original songs and a special You Say It, I Say It page that invites children to revisit favorite words and pictures through playful listening and speaking.

The songs grow out of the moments families already share throughout their day.

Many were inspired by family games, traditions, and cherished rituals shared across generations in Chinese families.

1. Hello — 你好 (nǐ hǎo)
2. Smile — 笑一个 (xiào yí gè)
3. Rock You — 摇摇你 (yáo yao nǐ)
4. Baby Is Crying — 宝宝哭了 (bǎo bao kū le)
5. Go Out to Play — 出去玩 (chū qù wán)
6. Sleep — 睡觉 (shuì jiào)
7. You Say It, I Say It — 你说，我说 (nǐ shuō, wǒ shuō)

Press, Sing, and Connect

Each page features a press-to-play sound button that brings original Mandarin recordings to life.

Designed for How Young Children Learn and Grow

Created with early childhood expertise and inspired by approaches such as Montessori, Total Physical Response (TPR), and Parentese, this book supports learning that engages both the mind and the heart through music, language, movement, and connection.

A Timeless First Library for Families Beginning Mandarin.

Part of an Award-Winning Collection. Each book stands on its own, and together they grow with the child.

• 36 Songs
• 300 Words
• Countless Loving Moments
• A Lifetime of Connection

World-Class Music, Art, and Literary Craftsmanship

Original songs, artwork, and culturally rooted storytelling crafted by an internationally acclaimed team, including:

•  Oscar- and Grammy-nominated producer Felton Pilate
• Internationally acclaimed visual artist and animation director Lukas Miao Zhang
• Award-winning author, lyricist, and bilingual learning advocate Christine Yang Barry

Awards

• IPPY Gold Medal — Best Children's Interactive Book
• CALA (Chinese American Librarians Association) Best Children's Nonfiction Book
• Moonbeam Children's Book Awards — Silver Medal, Best Activity Book

Language grows in love. And it begins with a song.