In July’s session, the children practised reading and writing, played a fun matching game, learned the rhyme “Little White Rabbit,” and hopped with joy! They also discovered Oracle Bone Script, gaining a glimpse into the ancient roots of Chinese writing. A playful and thoughtful cultural adventure!

Confucius breaks tradition by founding a school open to all, teaching atop the famed Apricot Platform. This episode explores how he laid the groundwork for inclusive education and inspired generations of future scholars.

In July’s cooking class, participants made sweet, chewy Red Bean Rice Cakes and a savoury Pumpkin Peanut Sauce dish. Both recipes were simple and full of flavour, perfect for sharing with loved ones over a comforting meal.

June’s Mandarin and Cultural Adventure Group brought the Dragon Boat Festival to life with storytelling, language practice, and hands-on creativity! Children explored the legend of Qu Yuan, learned about the many types of zongzi, practised Chinese strokes and Hanyu Pinyin, and crafted their own miniature dragon boats with tiny dumplings.

In this episode, Confucius travels to study the qin and reveals his remarkable patience and insight. Through music, he seeks not just skill, but the soul of the composer.