English, Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese

Bilingual books made for reading together

These illustrated storybooks and activities place languages side by side so children can connect pictures, story moments and useful words while enjoying time with Lucky and Som.

Reading in two languages

Make comparison part of the story

Bilingual books work best when both languages remain connected to the same pictures, characters and story moments. Young readers can follow what is happening visually, listen to an adult read either language and notice familiar words when they appear again.

There is no need to translate every line or turn shared reading into a test. Moving comfortably between English, Thai, Vietnamese or Simplified Chinese allows understanding to develop through repetition, context and enjoyment.

01

Begin with the pictures

Talk about what Lucky and Som are doing before reading, giving children a clear story context for the words that follow.

02

Read one language first

Complete a page in the child's stronger language, then revisit the matching text in the language they are learning.

03

Repeat without pressure

Return to favourite pages, phrases and illustrations over time so recognition grows naturally through a familiar story.