Kelvin..Amelia...Xavier

Kelvin..Amelia...Xavier

Thursday, June 9, 2016

Chinese Enrichment end of term review


Still remember 2 years ago when we just returned from USA, Xavier could hardly communicate with my parents in mandarin and reading a chinese book to him is simply impossible.  He is just not interested! He would run around or walk away when I decided to pick up a chinese book. That was when I first freaked out and understood the arduous journey ahead of us!

Did lots of research and tried different ways to nurture Xavier's interest in chinese. But we failed. Guess this becomes a vicious cycle as it is difficult for him to pick up the language since there is a lack of providing mandarin speaking environment at home. It was then we decided to send him to chinese enrichment class at Beijing Language School a year ago. Although, this is not one of the well known / popular centres but I love that their classes are small so that each child is given the maximum attention. 

We understand that a weekly enrichment of 1.5 hours is definitely not enough so on our part, we support by communicating to him in mandarin and reading a chinese book each day before bed time. We kept reminding ourselves and I have to say that it takes a lot of effort but after toughing it out for a year plus, it is really nice to be able to hear Xavier communicating in mandarin, although is not perfect but at least he is able to express himself and not resistance towards Mandarin anymore. 

Last week, the parents were invited to the end of term reviews for Kindergarten class, we got to see Xavier sing songs which involves actions and recite what he have learnt in a mini game. We were so proud of him!  






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