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Exploring Asia's Rich Culture: Traveling with Grandparents
Exploring Asia's Rich Culture: Traveling with Grandparents
As a Chinese-Canadian parent, I aim to instill in my children a deep appreciation for their heritage and culture. I believe one of the best ways to... -
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Embracing Praise and Affirmation: Overcoming Cultural Barriers from My Taiwanese Roots
Embracing Praise and Affirmation: Overcoming Cultural Barriers from My Taiwanese Roots
On a cool December evening, my friend Jennifer invited me and my family to her home for dinner. We sat outdoors in the community pool area as an ol... -
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Understanding Red Envelope Giving Traditions during Lunar New Year
Understanding Red Envelope Giving Traditions during Lunar New Year
The tradition of giving red envelopes, 利事 "Lai See" in Cantonese and 紅包 "Hong Bao" in Mandarin, during Lunar New Year is not just about giving mo... -
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20 Kids and Family Holiday Movies Dubbed in Mandarin Chinese
20 Kids and Family Holiday Movies Dubbed in Mandarin Chinese
The holiday season brings a special charm, and what better way to enjoy it than with a cozy movie night? Here's a list of family-friendly holiday ... -
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The Double Ninth Festival
The Double Ninth Festival
Hey there! Today, we will learn about an exciting celebration called the Double Ninth Festival! It's a special day on the 9th day of the 9th mo... -
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10 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Nanny Appreciation Week
10 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Nanny Appreciation Week
Nanny Appreciation Week (September 24-30) is an excellent opportunity to show your nanny just how much you appreciate their hard work, dedication... -
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The Qixi Festival - Chinese Valentine's Day
The Qixi Festival - Chinese Valentine's Day
Did you know China has its own Valentine's Day called the Qixi Festival or Double 7th Day? This enchanting holiday falls on the 7th day of the ... -
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Same but Different - Dairy Food Names in Chinese
Same but Different - Dairy Food Names in Chinese
Welcome to the third installment of our captivating series, "Same But Different," where we delve into the intriguing world of linguistic divers... -
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Same but Different - Veggie Names in Chinese
Same but Different - Veggie Names in Chinese
Welcome to part 2 of Same but Different: Veggies Edition! Our previous blog post explored the fascinating world of fruits and their diverse names... -
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Same but Different - Fruit Names in Chinese
Same but Different - Fruit Names in Chinese
As a writer and creator of bilingual books, one of the significant challenges I encountered while writing was deciding on the vocabulary, espec... -
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Family Tree in Chinese (What to call your relatives)
Family Tree in Chinese (What to call your relatives)
Family Tree in Traditional Chinese
The Chinese family tree is extremely complicated and there’s a unique name for each person depending on exactly where they sit in the family tree. Names depend on the following: maternal or paternal side, B) seniority C) if they are tied through blood or marriage. And within the many, many Chinese dialects, they may even be wildly different from each other! This family tree chart is written in Traditional Chinese. -
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10 Funny Chinese Idioms You Should Know
10 Funny Chinese Idioms You Should Know
Chinese is a beautifully complex language, rich with history, culture, and a whole lot of humor! Chinese idioms, known as "chéng yǔ," are an integ...
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