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Would You Change Your Name Or Is It Your Identity?
What’s your name? For third-culture kids living in Beijing, a seemingly straightforward question such as…
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Will This Be on the Test? What Testing Really Tells Us About Our Kids
Recent changes to testing rules are an opportunity to reevaluate evaluations.
School’s Back in Session… for You, Moms and Dads!
After the Chinese government banned after-school training classes for kids, flailing centers are searching for a new market to sell to…
Sustainability Sunday: “I Had Designer Suits, Shoes, And So Much Stuff…But I Wondered, Why?”
Joe Harvey from The Bulk House says that you can start your zero-waste journey by being selfish and aiming to make your life better!
Being In China Brings Out The Tiger Parent In Me
When in China, do as the Chinese parents do? Perhaps not…
I Spend 3 Hours Playing Video Games With My Kid On The Weekends
Video gaming might deserve a new place among family-time activities.
Angeli Zhao, 15: “Don’t Treat Us Like Children While Expecting Us To Act as Adults”
Every Monday, we feature a prominent member of our expat community and get to know them a little bit better.
Why You Should Try Everything
2 years ago I started my IGCSE’s and I was interested in Economics and business,…
What I Learned From Hiking Six Miles With My 6-Year-Old
Finally getting my family to go on a hike with me taught me some valuable lessons for making the experience enjoyable for young children.
Luxcessaries Every Beijing Teacher Needs!
All the things that make it possible to work your magic in the classroom this fall.