Field notes for beginners

Learn the idea. Then play with it.

Short, clear guides give you just enough context to make each game more useful. No streaks, no jargon maze, no hundred-step course.

Pronunciation · 6 min

Chinese Tones Explained

A calm, practical introduction to Mandarin’s four main tones and the neutral tone.

Pinyin · 5 min

Understand initials, finals, tone marks, and how to read a complete syllable.

Vocabulary · Reference

A useful starter set with characters, pinyin, and clear English meanings.