Bestling Tales: Susan And Her Tornado

Susan And Her Tornado is a heartwarming bilingual storybook that helps children explore emotions, belongings, and self-control while learning their first Chinese words.

When Susan’s favorite toy car breaks and her friend refuses to share, she feels a storm rising inside her—a 龙卷风 (tornado, lóng juǎn fēng) of emotions. Guided by her teacher, Susan discovers a magical way to calm her feelings: by imagining a storm cup that can hold her big emotions until they pass.

Perfect for ages 4–8, this story weaves together:

• Emotional awareness: Helping children recognize anger, sadness, calm, and love.

• Language learning: Introducing beginner-friendly Chinese words with pinyin and English.

• Interactive reflection: Includes a “Draw Your Feelings” activity and a Parent Conversation Guide to spark meaningful discussions.

• Vocabulary List: Easy reference for families who want to keep practicing Chinese at home.

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or bilingual family, this book is a gentle tool for building emotional intelligence, cultural learning, and parent–child connection.

Discover the power of stories, and help your child find calm inside their heart.