In Singapore, children have the advantage of unique local resources and environments to enhance their Mandarin skills. Here are some tailored after-school methods specifically for improving Mandarin among non-Chinese kids in Singapore.
Take your children to visit places in Singapore that showcase Chinese culture, such as Chinatown.…
YCT Level 4 differs from other levels in that it includes a writing section, which is divided into two parts. In the first part, candidates are given 5 questions, and in each question, they are provided with several words and are required to construct a sentence using those words.…
Moving from YCT Level 3 to YCT Level 4 is a challenging task! This journey is however both exciting and beneficial, taking examinees’s Mandarin proficiency to new heights.
YCT Level 3 requires a solid foundation for kids learning Mandarin, and Level 4 invites kids to delve deeper into the intricacies of Mandarin, challenging them to handle more complex scenarios and conversations.…
Many parents have been asking me about learning resources for the YCT exams, so here we go.
Doing past papers and practice tests from previous years can help you understand the difficulty of the questions, enhance your answering abilities, manage your time during the exam, and become familiar with the exam format.…
Many parents have asked how long it would take a kid to reach YCT 4 starting from zero. Let’s discuss this question in this article, at the end of which we will also provide some methods for kids to prepare for YCT 4.
The (Level 4) assesses the test taker’s ability to use Chinese in daily life.…
Confidence is very important for kids to persist in learning a second language. Below are top 3 things you can do to boost your kid’s confidence when they learn Mandarin.
1.Celebrate small progress.When kids make small progress in their Chinese, it is important to celebrate their success together and acknowledge their achievements.…
Learning Chinese can be a challenge for kids, but by watching engaging and fun Chinese movies, they can easily immerse themselves in the charm of the language. Here are some Chinese movies that are particularly suitable for kids to watch and learn Chinese:
“Rob-B-Hood”, starred by Jackie Chan, is a light-hearted and humorous comedy that tells the hilarious and heartwarming story of a pair of thieves and the series of funny and touching events that occur after they steal a baby.…
For kids, learning Chinese, memorizing vocabulary, and maintaining long-term retention can be a significant challenge. However, with some effective methods and strategies, parents can help them better grasp Chinese vocabulary. This article will introduce some practical methods aimed at helping kids remember and retain Chinese vocabulary.…
American students may encounter challenges related to sentence structure while learning Mandarin due to differences between Mandarin and English. This article explores three common mistakes that learners may make and provides insights into how educators and parents can address these issues effectively.
1. Misplacement of Time Expressions:
One prevalent mistake made by American learners is the misplacement of time expressions in Mandarin sentences.…
Amy, a 7-year-old girl from the United States, is a lively child who developed a keen interest in learning Chinese. She started her Chinese lessons at a local school since 2022. However, she struggled with a fear of making mistakes, preventing her from confidently speaking the language.…
Are your kid afraid of speaking Chinese in Mandarin classes? Don’t worry, as Mandarin teachers, we are here to share some effective learning techniques with you!
Tip 1: Start with small. Encourage your kid to start by saying simple Chinese phrases or sentences. Start with a low-pressure situation, such as a one-on-one conversation or group activity.…
As a Chinese language teacher, we are often asked about the difference between the IGCSE Chinese 2nd Language and the Chinese Foreign Language. It’s important to understand that these two language exams cater to different groups of students and have distinct learning objectives.
The IGCSE Chinese as a Second Language is designed for learners who already have a working knowledge of the language and who want to consolidate their understanding to progress their education or career.…
Many parents have found their kids busy with school, leaving very little time on learning Mandarin. In this article, we will share some useful tips to help maximize your kid’s limited time for learning Chinese.
Rather than setting aside a lot of time for your kids to learn Chinese, try integrating language learning into your kids’s daily activities.…
Whether kids should learn grammar while studying Mandarin is a question that may puzzle some parents. Recognizing the different developmental stages of young minds, we seek a delicate balance between fostering expressive foundations and equipping older learners with tools to navigate the complexities of grammar.
For young language learners in the early stages of language exploration, the focus should remain on oral language acquisition.…
YCT 1 examines candidates’ daily Chinese language ability.For YCT 1, your kids should have a basic knowledge of Chinese language and know how to use a few phrases.
The question of how long it takes for a child to to reach YCT1 level in Chinese is depending on several factors.…
The reading part of the IGCSE Chinese examination often presents significant challenges to many students. However, it is an integral component. Today, we will delve into the reading section of the 2022 CAIE IGCSE Chinese exam and summarize how to answer such questions to help students achieve excellent results in this key aspect of the exam.…
At the end of 2021, the Anderson family, along with their ten-year-old daughter Emily, moved from the UK to Hong Kong. They were determined to seamlessly adapt to this vibrant city and decided to have Emily start learning Mandarin now that they had settled down in Hong Kong.…
IB Chinese B poses some difficulties for Chinese learner. Today, we will explore the first question of the May 2019 exam to explore the methods of writing.
Writing approach analysis：
Firstly, the introductory paragraph should serve as a transition, discussing the current situation and people’s perspectives on outer beauty and inner beauty,can also elaborating on the significance of outer and inner beauty in today’s society.…
Many students find the writing questions in the IGCSE Chinese exam to be quite challenging. However, writing is an integral component that holds immense significance. Today, we will delve into the details of the 2022 CAIE IGCSE Chinese Exam’s writing section.
The writing task here is to write a diary based on given contexts.…
Rosamund Pike is a white British actress who was born in London in 1979. She has loved performing arts since she was a child. Although she determined to enter the entertainment industry when she was a student, the acting school at the time did not accept her.…
