We are big on play and say. But we also say, take it at your child’s pace and ability to concentrate. Sorry if the headline sounds a little “prescriptive”. I do feel quite strongly about …
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Let them Listen to Their Own Voices
When I learn my lines for a show or a program, speaking those lines back to myself is a critical part of getting them right. The auditory feedback does a few things for me: Check …
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Pondering Podcasts?
When I am not filming or hosting events, I drive the kids to their classes. Drive time = dead time. There is nothing I can do while I am driving, right? Wrong, actually. A friend …
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Chinese For Haircut
Baby needs a haircut every now and then. Check out how I weave some Chinese into such a routine activity, so the language fits right into Jaymee’s daily life. Also, you can practice each time …
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Animal Name Game
Here’s a game you can play to teach animal names in Chinese, including word recognition if your child is old enough (3 yrs). TRANSCRIPT Kids are naturally attracted to animals, so animals are a great …
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DAYS OF THE WEEK in Chinese
Learn the days of the week in Chinese (Mandarin) using the simplest of props – clothes pegs, string and a print out of Chinese characters (see below)! The kids will have such fun fiddling with …
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Watermelon Shapes
Turn her snack time into play time – and learn Chinese time! In this video, Jaymee cuts her favorite fruit into shapes and learns the terms for shapes and tastes. TRANSCRIPT 你好，今天我们的活动是西瓜形状 Watermelon shapes. And …
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FRIENDSHIP FRUIT LOOPS Bracelet
This is one fun, simple and yummy activity for those days when the kiddos need to stay indoors. You only need fruit loops, string and a dose of patience! TRANSCRIPT Hello there. I’m getting ready …
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