In a multicultural and diverse nation like Singapore, being proficient in multiple languages is a valuable asset. Among these languages, Chinese holds particular significance due to its historical and cultural…
EileenAugust 5, 2023
In Singapore, Higher Chinese is offered as one of the additional subjects in many primary schools. However, students from English-speaking families may have reservations about taking it up due to…
EileenFebruary 25, 2023
How can I score higher in Chinese? As we all know, excelling in Chinese is crucial for children living in Singapore. Scoring well in their Chinese exams can help them…
EileenFebruary 21, 2023
Should I teach my child English or Chinese first before they enter primary school? In a multicultural and multilingual country like Singapore, parents are often faced with the question of…
EileenFebruary 10, 2023
One topic that always comes up during my Parent-teaching meetings (PTM) is Chinese tuition. When parents feel that their child is not keeping up with their school work, they’ll think…
EileenFebruary 9, 2023
Raising a 7-year-old child can be a rewarding yet challenging experience for any parent. As your child transitions from being a young child to a more independent, growing individual, it…
EileenFebruary 9, 2023
When it comes to teaching children to read and write, phonics and Hanyu Pinyin play a crucial role in English and Chinese, respectively. While both systems serve the same purpose…
EileenFebruary 9, 2023
“What is the most difficult Chinese character to write?” I remember one of my students asking me this random question in Chinese class one day. Trying to think at their…
EileenFebruary 4, 2023
“Where can I find good Chinese storybooks for my primary school kid?” This is one question that I get asked every year during my parent teacher meeting (PTM) sessions. Today,…
EileenJanuary 28, 2023
