The oil-paper umbrella is beginning to take shape. Next in the process is preparing the paper.

This video details the final steps in producing the oil-paper umbrella.

This video explains the oil in oil-paper umbrellas.

Why do oil-paper umbrellas from Luzhou have such a great reputation?

Listen to this make-believe story about how the twelve animals were selected to be the animals of the Chinese Zodiac. What terrible thing did the rat do to get its bad reputation and why do cats hate rats?!

If you've just moved to China, one of the first things you're going to want to do is look for an apartment to rent. Watch this video and learn how to go about it.

When looking for an apartment, there are some important questions you may want to ask the landlord before visiting.

How much is the monthly rent? That's a question you'll surely need to ask the landlord when looking to rent a place in China.

Just because the landlord has given you his initial price, that doesn't mean the discussion is over. In this video, learn the essential skill of bargaining in Chinese.

So, you've finally settled on a place. There are, however, still some things to do in the renting and moving process. Learn how to talk about moving in and finding a company to help you do so.

Different cultures have different eating habits. Learn not to make the same mistake as Rachel!

Pick up some words and expressions for taking your Chinese friend out for a meal.

What's your preference, cooking or cleaning up? Chinese food or Western food? Learn how to make these choices!

Time to do the dishes – and learn what to call them in Chinese!

For many people the art of cooking comes naturally, but no one is born with the skill. And for many, no matter how long they try, they just can't get the touch.

Surfing the web is great way to pick up some Chinese. How do you go about getting online in China?

Living with a roommate is great for sharing rent and other expenses – plus it's usually more fun than living alone.

Pick up some tips on how to make Internet friends – or more – in Chinese.

Since boys love their toys, it should comes as no surprise that men get into technical products a little more than girls. Having technical difficulties could be some guy's way of saving the day.

Today, buying almost anything you want is as easy as turning on your computer. Pick up some Chinese for online shopping.

If you want to get into the gym routine here at a gym in China while learning Chinese, this is your chance!

Working out is like a lot of things in life. When starting out, it can be pretty easy, but as time goes on, it can get really tiresome.

Since all of those cardio machines can seem a little complex for newbies, our instructor helps us out with them as well as our Chinese.

Before hopping in the swimming pool, it's important to warm up. The trainer shows you how.