by The Power of Storytelling What is your favorite story when you were little? You might have quite a few stories you enjoyed tremendously. How about your child? Have you repeatedly read the same book for your child just because she is fascinated by a character in a story? Some very young kids will start […]
10 Ways to Get Your Children Involved During Chinese New Year
by There are a lot of traditions, customs, and rituals that can get children involved in the Chinese New Year. Involving your child in the process is a great way to share and teach cultural experiences with them. Whether or not you are living in a Chinese community, here are 10 ways to get your […]
3 Tips for Learning a Foreign Language
by I didn’t start learning a foreign language until high school. Two years of a foreign language were strongly advised for all students in college, yet few language learning opportunities existed. The only options available were Spanish or French. In fact, the same is true of my alma mater today. We live in a multicultural […]
Food, Pride, and Family Values
by Food, pride, and family values! Happy Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! It’s a great time to reach out to friends, school, and library and have them join you to explore the fascinating Asian Pacific cultures. First we eat, then we do everything else. -M.F.K. Fisher This quote by Fisher is close to a well-known […]
Chinese Learning: 25 Gifts for Kids
by Is this the season to shop for presents? Yes! Are you wondering what gift would be educational and entertaining for kids learning Chinese language and culture? We are making holiday gift shopping easy for you. This holiday season, give the joy of Chinese learning to a child. Enjoy a cup of tea, relax and […]