I am a student and I was frustrated to learn all the Chinese characters. My teacher advised me to use a teaching textbook in the classroom " Chinese characters made easy for everyone" This method has helped me learn a core group pf over 600 characters from A to Z and learn easily all the family characters ( 3000 characters). you learn the main character such as love, you will learn easily the other family characters and their compositions. You will also have exercises to practice the main characters.
I wanted to share my experience and I am planning to take the HSK exam.. My writing has improved.
Marta, Student.