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Fun Learning English through Stories : Animals and Adventures 聽故事、學英語：動物與冒險

Julie Fowlkes and Bring Me a Book’s Executive Director, Pia Wong will run a fun, interactive reading session in English for children to enjoy! The theme of “Animals and Adventures” provides multiple ways for joyful learning with books. Arts and crafts activities will deepen children’s understanding of the stories and deepen their interest in books.… Continue reading Fun Learning English through Stories : Animals and Adventures 聽故事、學英語：動物與冒險

Win a free Real Music Production X Bring Me A Book Hong Kong CD!

  We are happy to announce the release of a new CD created and produced by Ms Rachel Kar and her Real Music Production. First, Rachel volunteered her time and musical talent to create original music and lyrics for four songs based on winning titles of the Feng Zikai Chinese Picture Book Awards. Then, she auditioned… Continue reading Win a free Real Music Production X Bring Me A Book Hong Kong CD!

Between The Lines: Is there a right way to deal with a sleepless child who wants to share mum’s bed?

The domestic helper who looked after my younger daughter for the past four years left our home six months ago. My daughter appears to be adjusting well because, rather than hire another helper, I have personally stepped in to fill the void. I know that she is thrilled to have so much of my time… Continue reading Between The Lines: Is there a right way to deal with a sleepless child who wants to share mum’s bed?

Between The Lines: Why a good tutor improves a child’s mindset, not their grades

  Until recentlyI equated tutoring with cheating or laziness. I reasoned that if I was paying for my children to attend great schools, they should be able to do the work and should turn to the teacher for help if they encountered any difficulty. An outside tutor was a lazy indulgence of the well-heeled and… Continue reading Between The Lines: Why a good tutor improves a child’s mindset, not their grades

March 2016: Creative Workshops by L’ÉCOLE Van Cleef & Arpels

  By means of the Creative Workshops, L’ÉCOLE Van Cleef & Arpels invites young people to unleash their creativity while exploring a new world. Offering an educational and enjoyable experience, this initiative introduces children and teenagers aged 5 to 16 to a range of creative professions.   Children can choose from 8 jewelry design templates… Continue reading March 2016: Creative Workshops by L’ÉCOLE Van Cleef & Arpels

Between The Lines: Vocal heroes: how children of all ages benefit from being read to

I recently read an article about a woman whose marriage improved after her husband read aloud to her while she was sick in bed. Everyone loves being read to, no matter one’s age. Hong Kong has an emerging read-aloud culture. In the beginning, parents and teachers only read to children who were learning to read,… Continue reading Between The Lines: Vocal heroes: how children of all ages benefit from being read to

March 2016: Book Camp & Masterclass By Diane Frankenstein

    Book Camp   Learn the art of Conversational Reading from the educator who coined the phrase herself, Diane Frankenstein. Conversational Reading follows a simple equation: Read a book, Ask a question, Start a conversation     Diane’s workshops fosters curiosity and comprehension, and deepens the relationship between parent and child.     Target :… Continue reading March 2016: Book Camp & Masterclass By Diane Frankenstein

Fri 19 Feb 2016: Why Language Education Needs A Makeover – Free Talk for Parents

  Registration: click here Bring Me a Book Hong Kong is pleased to welcome back to Hong Kong, renowned linguist and educational researcher, Dr. Stephen Krashen in February 2016. With the wonderful support of The University of Hong Kong’s Faculty of Education, we are co-organizing the following talk for parents (with simultaneous Chinese translation available). Please… Continue reading Fri 19 Feb 2016: Why Language Education Needs A Makeover – Free Talk for Parents