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Editor’s Note Growing up with a mother who was an artist gave me a deep appreciation for creativity and the visual arts. Despite living Chief Editor Jodi Hwang in a small town far away from big city culture, our home was Production Manager Ivy Zhang 张怡然 filled with art – my mother’s paintings, art supplies and Designer Tiffany Qian 钱星元, Yuki Lu 陆颖， Candice Shen 沈晓露 books about art. While I didn’t inherit my mother’s talent, I did develop a love of art that continues to this day. When I Contributors Stella Antakusuma, Marianna Cerini, Christine Forte think of my children growing up in a big city full of art cul- Margaret Keefe, Dr. Liz Kwo, Matt Kuykendall, Lauren Hogan, Samuel Hunt, ture, I want to do everything I can to do to make the most of Ellen Jin, Monika Lin, Tom Lee, Kimberly Pratt, Celine Song the creative energy in Shanghai. Operations This arts issue is full of ideas and places to inspire the artist Shanghai (Head office) 上海和舟广告有限公司 上海市澳门路872弄10号 邮政编码：200060 in all of us. Check out our museum guide (p26). You also No. 10, Lane 872 Aomen Lu, Shanghai 200060 don’t’ want to miss the impressive student artwork selected 电话：021-2213 9018 传真：021-2213 9010 for our ‘Best in Show’ piece (p20). You’ll be amazed by the Guangzhou 上海和舟广告有限公司广州分公司 广州市越秀区麓苑路42号大院2号610房 邮政编码：510095 works of YCIS artist in residence, Mark Montgomery (p24). Rm .512, No.2 Building, Area 42, Lu Yuan Lu, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou 510095 And we have if you haven’t yet visited Moganshan Lu, we 电话：020-8358 6125, 传真：020-8357 3859-800 have some suggestions for a short walking tour (p31). Shenzhen 深圳业务联系 0755-8623 3210, 0755-8623 3219 电话： 传真： While we could have filled our pages with nothing but art, Beijing 广告代理:上海和舟广告有限公司 北京市东城区东直门外大街48号东方银座C座9G 邮政编码: 100027 we round out this issue’s coverage with a day trip to quirky 48 DongZhiMen Outer Street Oriental Kenzo(Ginza Mall) Building C Room 9G, Thames Town in Songjiang (p8) and ideas for beating the Dongcheng District, Beijing 100027 summer heat with a guide to Shanghai’s pools (p46). We also 010-8447 7002 010-8447 6455 电话: 传真: learn about all the different melon varieties sold around town in Margaret Keefe’s Eat Well column (p40). Who knew CEO Leo Zhou 周立浩 Editorial Director Ned Kelly there were so many varieties of honeydew? Account Executives Iris Ni 倪敏, Doris Dong 董雯, Joyce Sun 孙嘉, Kiki Ren 任蓓瑛, Charlie Liang 梁俊南, Linda Chen 陈璟琳 We hope you make the most of your summer wherever you Marketing Executive Joyce Wang 王思 Admin/HR Manager Penny Li 李彦洁 spend it. Distribution Zac Wang 王蓉铮 See you again in August, General enquiries and switchboard Jodi Hwang (021) 2213 9018, [email protected] Chief Editor Editorial (021) 2213 9018*5802, [email protected] Distribution (021) 2213 9018*2802, [email protected] Marketing/Subscription (021) 2213 9018*2806, [email protected] Get Connected Advertising (021) 2213 9018*8803, [email protected] Web & IT (021) 2213 9018*7803 Fax (021) 2213 9010 Stay up to date with the latest Urban Family www.thatsmags.com happenings! www.urban-family.com Advertising Hotline: 400 820 8428 www.urban-family.com

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书 号: ISBN978-7-900747-64-8 邮 购：That’s & URBANATOMY 上海市澳门路872弄10号 邮 编：200060 电 话：+86 21 2213 9018 尺 寸：287mm x 210mm 1/16 印 张：5 字 数：110,000字 版 次：2014年6月 印 次：2014年6月印刷 Thank you to the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)

版权所有, 翻版必究 for letting us wander around the Little Mona Exhibit for the cover shoot. Models Diego Pa and Ella Hui were perfect little Da Vincis. Also, a big thank you to Grainne Quinlann of Red Rooster Photos for shooting our cover. 2 www.urban-family.com CONTENTS

4 Urban Blurbs

LIFE & CULTURE 6 Our Favorite Things 8 Day trip: Thames Town 10 Travel: 36 Hours in Beijing 12 Shopping: Summer Style

learning 10 LIFE & CULTURE Travel: Beijing’s artistic side 14 Student Spotlight: On Stage 16 Roundtable: Arts in Learning 18 Mind Matters: Goodbye Ayi 19 Summer Learning Loss 36 FOOD & FUN 20 Best in Show: Student Artwork Get crackin’ in the kichen 24 YCIS Artist in Residence 26 Richard Sobol, Traveling Photographer

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26 Family-Friendly Art Museums 29 Icons: Shanghai’s Sculptures 30 Red Town Treasures 31 Moganshan Lu 32 Creative Essentials for Home 33 Art Smart: Picasso Portraits 34 Art Classes Around Town

food & fun

36 Kids in the Kitchen: Spaghetti 38 Restaurant Reviews 26 Cover Story 39 Al Fresco Dining Art around town 40 Eat Well: Mad About Melons

46 WELLBEING WELLBEING Poolside summer chill 42 Coping with Summer Separations 43 Parenting: Avoiding Labels 44 Fight the Mosquito Bite 45 Water Safety Skills 46 Stay Cool in Shanghai’s Pools

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48 Easter Brunch and Bunnies 50 Urban Scenes 51 Events 53 LIstings

back page 56 Tiger Father

www.urban-family.com 3 Urban blurbs Mandarin Digital Kids Half of urban Chinese children aged between six and 12 are using social media sites and Mastery apps such as QQ, Weibo and WeChat, accord- ing to a survey conducted by children's activ- Express Yourself ity centers in 15 major cities. 3,306 children from cities including Beijing Use language as your canvas with this art- and Shanghai took the questionnaire, which themed Mandarin vocabulary. found that 44.5 percent have cell phones and nearly 68 percent have access to tablets. art museum Many of these primarily urban children have 美术馆 měi shù guan been able to use such devices since they artist were in kindergarten. 艺术家 yì shù jiā Interestingly, the survey found that the chil- drawing dren's social media behaviors are similar to those of Chinese adults, 80 percent of whom use com- 绘画 huì huà puters to search for information on a daily basis. Many of the kids also said they would turn to the painting Internet for a solution to something they didn't know. 油画 yóu huà sculpture 雕塑 diāo sù Imported Formula Restricted primary colors 原色 yuán sè According to the Daily Mail, has tight- style ened controls on imports of infant formula in 风格 fēng gé a move an industry official in New Zealand – abstract a major supplier – said might block some of 抽象派 chōu xiàng pài their products from entering the country. creativity This coincides with an effort by Beijing 创造力 chuàng zào lì to build up its dairy industry following a 2008 milk scandal that killed at least six ba- // This section is contributed by Mandarin bies and prompted many parents to switch House (6137 1987, www.mandarinhouse.com) to imported formula. An industry group in New Zealand said only six of the country's 13 suppliers were ap- proved. The chairman of the New Zealand Infant Formula Exporters Association said that might result in some shipments to China being Can’t Run, Can’t Hide blocked. Two college students were arrested last month Demand for imported milk soared after the 2008 scandal in which some Chinese supplies were after allegedly being paid by classmates to found to contain melamine, a chemical that can cause kidney damage and other injuries. hack into their school's website and alter morning run records. The suspects allegedly helped 200 schoolmates who didn’t fancy the Mega Metro early morning drill but were worried about their PE scores. Shanghai's subway network The pair reportedly charged RMB15 to RMB20 is set to grow by 100 km for each record altered between last December with construction beginning and March. They were caught after school this year. Plans include exten- administrators discovered the hacking and re- sions to Lines 10 and 11, as ported it to police. well construction of a new Line 17. According to the Director of the Construction Commission, Tang Zhiping, over 30 km of new lines will be completed within the year, with 10 km becoming opera- tional. The extension of Line 11 running from Luoshan Lu to the new Disney theme park is slated for completion in October and will mainly be overground, with only the final 1.5 km below ground level. Shanghai's Metro system is currently the largest in the world, with the subway lines covering over 500 km.

4 www.urban-family.com Shanghai Women Favor C-sections

The Chinese government wants more women to undergo natural child- birth, but many mothers-to-be still prefer caesarean sections according to new figures. In 2013, 50.7 percent of pregnant women had c-sections according to Shanghai health officials. It's actually the lowest figure in the last decade but still remains higher than the 15 percent ratio recommended by the World Health Organization. A midwife who has been working for eight years at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of delivering babies without sur- gery said she understands the pain factor but she thinks women don’t always understand the risks of caesareans.

Oh Baby!

In May volunteers in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province underwent simulated labor contractions to experience the pain of childbirth. The men, including Iain Inglis, a foreign performer of propaganda songs who rose to fame after he took part in China's Red Song Competition in 2010, were strapped up to a machine and given simulated contractions as part of celebrations for International Mother's Day. Most people just bought flowers.

www.urban-family.com 5 Life & Culture Our Favorite Things

The Jaccaci Family Red Rooster Photos Rooster Red

Tony, Lucia, Nick, Sam and Ben Jaccaci enjoying life in Thames Town. 6 www.urban-family.com ver wonder what it’s like living out the trampoline. As a family, in the suburbs of Shanghai? Meet we enjoy biking around E the Jaccaci family: Tony and Lucia Songjiang. and their sons Nick (15), Sam (13) and Ben (8). Hailing from Newport, Rhode Island, Favorite place to they have made Thames Town – Songjiang play indoors – their home for the past four years. Since YK Pao Secondary Di- vision is a boarding Both Tony and Lucia work at YK Pao school, we are extremely School, Tony as executive principal of its fortunate to have the Secondary Division and Lucia as the head campus so close by. We of the international office. often go over to play in the gym and swim in the While they miss Newport’s amazing pool. beaches and incredible sunsets, they also enjoy the laid-back, un-crowded feel of Favorite Thames Town with its open space that’s weekend trip good for biking and experiencing local Hiking at Sheshan, Mo- culture – even if this British copycat vil- ganshan or just going lage looks a bit out of place in China. “up the city” since we live out in the ‘burbs. Favorite restaurant Element Fresh – since we live in a pretty Favorite local area, there are not too many options tourist spot for Western food, especially salads and The boys love to go to sandwiches. Going to Element Fresh is a the Science and Tech- nice break after a week of lots of rice and nology Museum to noodles! see the different ex- // Element Fresh, 2088 Yan’an Xi Lu, by Yili Lu 延安西 hibits (and Mom doesn’t 路2088号, 近伊犁路 (6083 7436, www.elementfresh. complain about hitting the market while food is delicious. Plus, com) we are there!). there is nothing better than an onsen after a long day of skiing! Favorite brunch spot We also love Fuxing Park because it is not Le Meridien in Sheshan – it is very close only a beautiful park with both Chinese Favorite weekend activities to us and you can use all their facilities and European design elements but it also Since we are all pretty busy during the (pool, beach, sauna, etc) if you eat brunch offers a wonderful slice of Shanghai life. week, we enjoy relaxing on the weekends. there. // Science and Technology Museum, 2000 Century We look forward to getting together with // 1288 Linyinxin Lu, by Shenzhuanjiasong Lu 松江区 Avenue, by Jinxiu Lu 世纪大道2000号, 近锦绣路 friends from the city, family bike rides 林荫新路1288号, 近沈砖嘉松路 (5779 9999, reserva- (6862 2000, www.sstm.org.cn) and a lazy pancake breakfast at home. [email protected]) Favorite place to shop Favorite art spaces Favorite date night The Foreign Language Bookstore and Power Station Art Museum and M50. When we go up to the city, we like to get a Hongqiao Pearl Market. The whole family Also, our youngest son is in the choir at nice dinner on , as it reminds us enjoys spending lots of time lingering at YK Pao School Primary Division and got that we live in this incredibly vibrant me- the bookstore and checking what new for- the chance to sing at the opening of the tropolis – something we can sometimes eign books are in stock. exhibit for the famous Japanese artist forget, living in sleepy Thames Town. We // Foreign Language Bookstore, 390 Fuzhou Lu, by Kusama Yayoi (A Dream I Dreamed exhib- like Mercato – the eggplant parmigiana is Fujian Zhong Lu 黄浦区福州路390号, 近福建中路 it) at MOCA, which was a memorable cul- amazing. You get the Bund view with deli- (6322 3200) tural event for him. cious food and a laid-back atmosphere. // Hongqiao Pearl Market, 3721 Hongmei Lu, by // Power Station of Art, 200 Huayuangang Lu, by Mi- Yan’an Lu 虹梅路3721号, 近延安路 aojiang Lu 花园港路200号, 近苗江路 (3127 8535, Closer to home, a typical date in Songji- www.powerstationofart.org/) ang would include a foot massage and Favorite place for travel // M50, 50 Moganshan Lu by Xi Suzhou Lu, 普陀区莫 riding the electric scooter to the Tesco Every year we have gone skiing in Japan 干山路50号6号楼1楼近西苏州路 Mall, then to the one expat bar in town, and are planning on heading back next // MOCA, People’s Park, 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huang- The Red Bar. year. We like going both to Hakuba (near pi Bei Lu 人民公园, 南京西路231号, 近黄陂北路 (6327 // Mercato, 6/F, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, by Guang- Nagano) and Niseko up in Hokkaido. 1282, www.mocashanghai.org) dong Lu 中山东一路3号6楼, 近广东路 (6323 3355, www.jean-georges.com/restaurants/china/shang- We all love to ski; it is a great family activ- Best Shanghai discovery Red Rooster Photos Rooster Red hai/mercato) ity that we can all do together. Besides Our local noodle bar in Songjiang on Xin hitting the slopes, it’s just so nice to be in Songjiang Lu – delicious Lanzhou pulled Favorite place to play outdoors Japan. The country is lovely, everything is noodles. You can even charge your scoot- The kids spend a lot of time out in our aesthetically beautiful and clean and the er while you eat. backyard, playing soccer and bouncing on Tony, Lucia, Nick, Sam and Ben Jaccaci enjoying life in Thames Town. www.urban-family.com 7 Life & Culture Day Trip Thames Town, Songjiang By Ellen Jin , Photos by Red Rooster Photos

The Jaccaci family (featured on the previous page) is part of the “handful” of residents that make Thames Town home. Tony Jaccaci believes things are changing in Thames Town: “Yes, it used to be a ghost town, but it is actually really picking up, especially on the weekends, and can be a fun place to visit.”

With two hotels, the Liston and Finity, more restaurants, tea houses and shops, Jaccaci recommends a visit and shares some of his favorite things to do in Thames Town.

Nick, Sam and Ben Jaccaci's adventures in Thames Town.

re-dating Shanghai by will be greeted by an over- over 1,000 years, Songji- whelming revelation of rural Pang District was once Shanghai-turned-facsimile of imbued with prominence. As olden days of British living. time passed, the tables turned. The town’s architecture com- Back in 2001, the ‘One City, prises an eclectic selection of Nine Towns’ project was set in Victorian, Georgian and Tudor. place to decentralize the city Lots of Tudor, in fact. by building nine satellite towns modeled after foreign Amidst the two-story houses, cities. However, the plan the ‘Christ Church of Bristol’ is seems to have fallen through eye-catching; the doors and and faded into the back- windows are bolted, however, ground. as are many local boutiques. It seems that a great majority of Thames Town was completed the town is mere decor. and opened to the public in 2006. Originally planned to Regardless of functionality, house 10,000 inhabitants, it’s Thames Town is still shocking- currently home to only a ly indistinguishable from sub- handful, and is sometimes urban Britain. Luckily, right called a ghost town, except for when you start to forget that the Chinese couples taking you indeed are still in Shang- wedding photographs in this hai, the image of Chinese quirky place. brides posing with statues of Winston Churchill will jolt you Around an a hour from down- right out of your English town Shanghai, once there you trance.

8 www.urban-family.com What to do: fare and drink with very Thames Town can be easily friendly service (Sasha). Ask explored on foot or by bike. about the private karaoke bar Three-person bikes are availa- in the basement. ble for rent. Apex Foods – 1045 Thames Pack a picnic and sit by the Town: Delicious imported picturesque lake. pastries and specialty foods and drinks. The very friendly Visit the Thames Town Muse- owner, Patrick, will talk to you um in the center of the about a variety of subjects. Thames Town complex. In- side see a diorama of Songji- Rose Bar – 817 Thames Town: ang and also learn how The best pint in town. Songjiang was the “original Shanghai.” Stop in the City Ciao Pizza – 1049 Thames Café attached to the museum Town: Standard Italian fare for a decent coffee. for a midday snack.

Play a game of spot the stat- Address: Thames Town, Songjiang ue: Can you find the follow- District 松江区泰晤士小镇 ing statues in Thames Town? Getting there: Line 9 to Songjiang Look for 007, Lady Diana, South Railway Station, taxi to Harry Potter, Winston Taiwushi Xiaozhen 泰晤士小镇 Churchill and Shakespeare

Even more fun, try playing ‘spot the bride’. See who can find the widest se- lection of bridal and groom out- fits. Extra points for the Spanish Rose/Matador combo. Where to Eat Salo Ukrainian Bar and Grill – 1007 Thames Town: Wonder- ful Ukrainian

www.urban-family.com 9 Life & Culture 36 Hours in Beijing An Arts-Inspired Tour By Jodi Hwang

orget the big sights like Forbidden City, the Summer Palace and Great Wall and explore Beijing’s artistic side. As China’s cultural capital, Beijing boasts a F booming art scene with its multitude of galleries in the 798 District and Caochengdi. With hourly takeoffs from Shanghai, the two-hour flight makes this Beijing get- away a perfect way to spend the weekend. Friday 7-8pm Arrive at Beijing Capital Airport and head straight for the hotel. See below for suggested hotels.

Families with younger children might want to hit the sack. For older kids, if you’re staying at the Kerry Hotel, take a walk over to the Place, a mall with one of the largest outdoor LED screens in Asia before calling it a night.

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8am snack as you walk back toward 1.30pm Beilu, 798 Art District, Chaoyang Dis- Ritan Park Dongdaqiao Lu. Head south on 798 District, Dashanzi trict (5978 9781) www.pacebeijing.com Depending on how early your Dongdaqiao Lu toward Catch a taxi and let the explor- 朝阳区798艺术区酒仙桥北路2号 family wakes, Beijing’s parks Parkview Green. ing begin at the 798 Art Dis- are best experienced in the trict, also known as Dashanzi. // Galleria Continua morning. In the CBD, head Once there, get a coffee at this Tue-Sun 11am-6pm. 2 Jiuxianqiao Beilu, over to Ritan Park for a morn- unique-mega mall complesx Here are some must-see galler- 798 Art District, Chaoyang District ing stroll. displaying colorful art in the ies, but families will have the (5978 9505) www.galleriacontinua.com exhibition hall on level 10. most fun just wandering 朝阳区798艺术区酒仙桥北路2号 At the main entrance on around and discovery your Guanghua Lu, watch groups 12pm own great finds. Several cafes // Tang Contemporary Gallery performing elaborate forms of Sanlitun make a great stop for a mid-af- Daily 10.30am to 6pm. 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Tai Chi, further into the park Take a short taxi ride to Sanli- ternoon 798 Art District, Chaoyang District you’ll find elderly gymnasts tun for lunch. Just down from (6436 3518) www.tangcontemporary. showing off their strength on Sanlitun on Gongti Bei Lu, try // 798 Art District (Dashanzi) 大山子艺 com朝阳区798艺术区酒仙桥路2号 parallel bars and the blooming Rumi (soon to be opening a 术区 lotus flowers are not to be branch in Shanghai) for deli- 朝阳区798艺术区 missed at the southwest cor- cious mediteranean fare with 6pm ner of the park. a small kids area. Or try Mosto // Ullens Center for Contemporary Art No trip to Beijing is complete in the Nali mall. (UCCA) 尤伦斯当代艺术中心Daily without roast duck, head to 10am 10am-7pm. RMB20, free (students, sen- the original Da Dong on the Parkview Green (Fangcaodi) Take a short walk through Tai- iors, children under 130cm), free on Third Ring Road in the Chaoy- Exit the park from the north Kooli and look for the foun- Thursdays. 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, 798 Art ang. Besides the entertaining gate on Ritan Bei Lu then head tains near the Apple Store. District, Chaoyang District (8459 9269) menu, you’ll taste some of east. You’ll pass by the North Kids will love the refreshing www.ucca.org.cn best duck in the capital. Be Korean embassy. Further down break here, but remember to 朝阳区798艺术区酒仙桥路4号 sure to make a reservation. the road, you’ll find pedicabs bring spare clothes along if the to take you on short ride or kids get soaked. // Pace Beijing http://www.dadongdadong. stop for a mid-morning baozi Tues to Sun 10am-6pm. 2 Jiuxianqiao com

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8am most daring artist himself - Ai Where to Stay: Another small park up the Weiwei. Kerry Hotel road from the Kerry Hotel is Centrally located in the Central Business District, Kerry’s Tuanjiehu Park. Not as beauti- Three Shadows Art Center weekend package offers a variety of fun for the whole ful as Ritan, but still fun for http://en.threeshadows.cn/ family. Club rooms starts from RMB1,938 and the package exploring and walking along Located in the hutongs in includes two ice-skating tickets and two cinema tickets. the water. By the east gate, Caochengdi district, this cent- Children can also let loose at the Adventure Zone while look for a man selling large er has tons of cool art events parents enjoy Kerry Sports fitness facility. calligraphy sponge brushes aimed for children and fami- and join the masters writing lies. It was very laid back and Check out www.shangri-la.com/beijing/kerry for more de- water poetry. chilled out, with a few kids and tails. a small community coming 10am together. Caochangdi T raders Upper East Hotel If you have wandered through Directions to Caochangdi: 走首都机场 Offering a special “artistic escape” package for guests who all of 798 and are looking for 辅路, 在南皋路右转, 直走200米左右 are interested in the capital city’s renowned artistic offer- an interesting alternative this (taxi should use Airport Expressway ings. Starting from RMB1,280 per night for a minimum of is the place to be. Located fur- service road and turn east on Nangao two consecutive nights, the package includes comfortable ther away from 798, Lu, head straight 200 meters until you accommodation in a Superior Room, a set menu dinner Caochangdi developed into an you hit Caochangdi to the right. for two at Wu Li Xiang Chinese restaurant with a bottle of arts and cultural center wine, and return transportation to the famous 798 Art when artists began to move District. to the area in 2000. The

area is a residential village, Cassanelli Noemi To find out more about the Artistic Escape package or to home to a variety of differ- make a reservation, call(8610) 5907 8338bookings can be ent people from students, made online at www.tradershotels.com. farmers, migrant worker and most famously, China’s

www.urban-family.com 11 Life & Culture Summer Style Beat the Heat with Fashion By Marianna Cerini

he sun is upon us, and the high street is bursting with breezy dresses and funky accessories to keep Tyour little ones happy and cool. From pretty patterns and eye-popping hues to light fabrics 14 and functional pieces perfect for playing outdoors, here’s our selection of summer garbs sure to float yours – and the kids’ – boat.

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12 www.urban-family.com 1. Tang’ Roulou baby kimono shirt, RMB360. 6. GAP shorts, RMB249. // 819 Nanjing Xi Lu, by 11. Tang’ Roulou embroidered blankie, RMB220. // tangroulou.taobao.com Shimen Yi Lu 南京西路819号, 近石门一路 (6215 7050, // tangroulou.taobao.com www.gap.cn) 2. H&M printed t-shirt, RMB49.90 and jersey 12. United Colors of Benetton dress, price shorts, RMB49.90. // 645-659 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by 7. Zara leather sandals, RMB349. // 1189 Nanjing TBD. // Grand Gateway, Rm 218, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Sinan Lu 淮海中路 645-659号, 近思南路 (5383 8866, Xi Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 南京西路1189号, 近陕西北 路 Huashan Lu 虹桥路1号, 近华山路 www.hm.com) (6279 3282, www.zara.cn) 13. GAP baby onesie, RMB169. // 819 Nanjing Xi 3. GAP printed top, RMB129. //819 Nanjing Xi Lu, 8. Tang’ Roulou traditional qipao dress, RMB520. Lu, by Shimen Yi Lu 南京西路819号, 近石门一路 (6215 by Shimen Yi Lu 南京西路819号, 近石门一路 (6215 // tangroulou.taobao.com 7050, www.gap.cn) 7050, www.gap.cn) 9. H&M espadrilles, RMB99. // 645-659 Huaihai 14. H&M cotton cap, RMB69.90. // 645-659 4. Zara skinny jeans, RMB169. // 1189 Nanjing Xi Zhong Lu, by Sinan Lu 淮海中路 645-659号, 近思南路 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Sinan Lu 淮海中路 645-659号, Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 南京西路1189号, 近陕西北 路 (5383 8866, www.hm.com) 近思南路 (5383 8866, www.hm.com) (6279 3282, www.zara.cn) 10. Pull&Bear hat with bow trim, RMB99. // 5. Uniqlo printed polo shirt, RMB99. // 4/F, Grand Imago, 101 Wuning Lu, by Puxiong Lu 武宁路101号我 Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Tianyaoqiao Lu 虹桥路1号 格广场, 近普雄路(6173 2470, www.pullandbear.com) 港汇广场4楼, 近天钥桥路(5451 0084,www.uniqlo.cn) 3

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www.urban-family.com 13 Learning There’s No Place Like Home Finding My Place On Stage By Kai An Chee

am a woodland creature. I Now, I am a world away from am a flapper clad in out- that naïve fifth grader, but I Ilandishly bright clothing continue to feel that same as I kick my heels up to an in- wave of euphoria while per- fectious jazzy beat. I am a forming. When I am on stage, I bookish peasant girl wanting am not quiet and shy – and if I more than a provincial life. I am, it is because I choose to be. am a lonely little girl, wanting I don’t sit at the back of the nothing more than to get back classroom, afraid to raise my to Kansas. I can be anywhere hand for fear that others will in the world, be it New York, laugh at me. Amongst the rag- France or Oz. I shift through ing flurry of costume changes decades faster than the blink and high kicks, I have found a of an eye, traversing through place where I am perfectly time at will. In this world, happy. plane fares and passports don’t matter — all that counts Over the past few years, I have is my imagination. continued to nurture my rela- tionship with theater. I could As I walk across the creaking, easily – and truthfully – say well-worn floorboards of the that this involvement has theater stage, I imagine all the brought me the obvious ad- possibilities of who I can be vantages: new friends, worth- and where I can go. No longer while experiences, focus and constrained by what I or any- perseverance. But the most one else thinks that I should or meaningful thing that per- could be, I can choose my fu- forming has given me is free- ture and my past. Here, I can dom. Freedom from what oth- Kai An Chee as Belle in Beauty and the Beast. create a story for myself that is er people want me to be and outside of the realm of possi- freedom from fearing what bility. ipate in the action. And, as be- later, under the dim floures- would happen if I ever chose liefs often become self-fulfill- cent lights of the school gym to be different. Because of Raised with the mentality that ing prophecies, I became de- and clad in an oversized dress theater, I have grown into a being seen was better than be- fined as just another silent girl, that I had permanently bor- person who can stand up for ing heard, I coasted through bound by the unbreakable rowed from my aunt’s closet, I what she believes is right; life like a silent shadow. Quiet- chains of social preconcep- made my on-stage debut as someone who is no longer ness became a part of my per- tions that dictated my person- Hooverville Woman #9. As I merely confined to the corner, sonality, and I became an ob- ality. screeched angrily about Her- waiting for someone else to server, content to play a sup- bert Hoover, I effectively fell in take action. porting role in the movie ver- One day, with the innocent cu- love with performing and the sion of my own life. I lived riosity of a fifth grader, I decid- thrilling high that threatened Performing on stage has given with the belief that I should ed to sign up for the school to keep my heart soaring for- me the strength to step out- stay passive rather than partic- musical, Annie. A few months ever. side of the box and be proud

14 www.urban-family.com The curtain is opening again, and the familiar trembling begins at the pit of my stomach, greeting me like an old friend Kai An playing Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. of my own viewpoints and and the familiar trembling be- York University’s Tisch School of that well-loved stage where I opinions. I have become the gins at the pit of my stomach, the Arts. spent so many years trans- leading lady starring in my greeting me like an old friend. forming into a creature, a nun, own life, and this is a role that This time, however, the stage is Although I know nothing a princess—and suddenly, I I will cherish every day for the set in , my home about where the plot twists know that I can face whatever rest of my existence. for the next four years as I pur- will take me or what charac- the world has to throw at me. sue a Bachelor of Fine Arts de- ters may come into the scene, I // Kai An Chee graduates from The curtain is opening again, gree in Musical Theater at New close my eyes and remember Concordia International School in June.

www.urban-family.com 15 Learning School Roundtable: SSIS Art as a Learning Tool

Pictured are SSIS students with their artwork, Jing Cheng, Kloe Chan, Young Hun Hong, along with art teacher Amy Hanson

hanghai Singapore Inter- Amy: I’ve always been inter- sleeping on the street.” Now I Amy: I am good at a lot of national School students ested. I had some great teach- still want to be an artist. things, but I haven’t mastered SJing Cheng, Kloe Chan ers growing up and they let any one subject. Going to uni- and Young Hun Hong, along me run with imagination and Jing: I’m very influenced by versity for art education I had with art teacher Amy Hanson creativity. They were very sup- my family. My dad owns gal- to take every beginning art sat down with Urban Family portive. I love art and wanted leries; my mom is an artist. class. Jack-of-all-trades, mas- editor Jodi Hwang to discuss to share how wonder- When I was younger, I ter of none, that’s me. I do en- the arts. This mature group of ful art is with was more interested joy learning new things all the students is going beyond the young adults. in sports than art time. basics of painting and draw- because I didn’t ing to use art for exploration Young Hun: I’ve have the patience Young Hun: I think I’m able about themselves and the liked art since I to sit down and do to distinguish the differences world around them. was little. I was art. Before grade 9 I and similarities of cultures. more of a crafty was in local school, Because I have lived overseas Read on to hear what they person so I start- which pursued skills for more than six years in Ko- had to say. ed doing origami rather than imagination, so I rea, New Zealand and now and different kinds of crafts. now realize I can put my own China, as well as visiting UF: Have you always been ideas down. many different countries, I interested in the arts or was Kloe: I wanted to be an artist can see how cultures are there a class or moment that since I was in grade 1, but my What have you learned linked. inspired you? parents would say, “You’re go- about yourself through art? ing to be so poor. You’ll be Kloe: I’ve had the chance to 16 www.urban-family.com explore myself a lot. The last there is a really different expe- UF: How do you find ways to project we had to do was a self- rience. The people are very be creative in Shanghai? portrait. I had to think about Growing up I close to their neighbors. Now a who am I really? It made me had really low lot of the nongtangs are being Amy: I like to go for walks and think about my cultural herit- demolished to construct new- explore different neighbor- age, my values, family and self-esteem and I er buildings. hoods. friends and religion. didn’t talk much. Just the other day I was walk- Young Hun: One way I am in- I realize how much I’ve Art was my way ing by an old nongtang that spired is that I daydream when changed through the years. of expressing had been destroyed and my I eat nice food. I’ll stop eating Growing up I had really low heart aches when I see this. and do sketches. self-esteem and I didn’t talk myself and I That was their whole life and much. Art was my way of ex- gained more then it was gone. They’re los- Kloe: Taking walks in Shang- pressing myself and I gained ing all those relationships hai. Sometimes I take the Line more confidence in myself confidence in they shared with each other. I 2 Metro, just to watch people, through the years. myself through decided to do this to it’s so interesting to see so the years commemorate and many people and their Jing: I didn’t really learn a lot honor the nong- lives. I’ll sit and about myself, because I want tangs. sketch people. my art to focus more on cul- ture and history. I learned Kloe: One of my favorites is Jing: My paint- Jing: For me, be- more about China as a also Frida Kahlo. I really ing is about the cause of my family’s country. Even like the way she can Nanjing massa- work, I get the chance though I’ve lived express herself and cre. I did this be- to meet and talk to the here for 13 years, how she overcame cause China is artists. A month ago I got I did a lot of his- her disabilities. starting to care about history to meet my favorite artist. It torical research more. helps me to understand their for my art. And another is M.C. background and how they cre- Escher. I like the way I put a lot of emotions into ate their work and this has a UF: Who is your he makes the link be- this work. I did a lot of re- big influence on me. favorite artist? tween math and art. search. You can see the pain through the hands scratching At home, my mom collects art Amy: Frida Kahlo, because she Jing: I’m more into Chinese the face. Inside the mouth are and seeing it gives me ideas shows a lot of emotion in her modern art so I like the artist two Japanese generals. The red for my own work. My painting artwork. Learning about her Yue Minjun. I like him because background represents blood was inspired by two paintings life is sad, but she tried to of his sarcasm, but behind it and Chinese culture. The in my house by the brothers: make the best out of every- has a really deep meaning. He white shows the innocence of Yin Jun and Yin Kun. thing. Art gave her strength. always criticizes society be- the women. cause he lived through the Young Hun: I have two fa- Cultural Revolution. And he vorites, Salvador Dali and Bas- also focused more on culture New IB Career-Related Program at SSIS quiat. and history rather than him- self. The Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) is the first When I was younger, the first school in China to offer the International Baccalaureate Ca- book I read in English was UF: What is your favorite reer-Related Certificate (IBCC), having just received its candi- about Salvador Dali. Because I work of art that you’ve creat- dacy status for the new career-related program. The IBCC is a was still learning English, I ed? rigorous two-year program for grades 11 and 12, like the IB Di- would look more at the art- ploma Program, but it also offers courses related to careers work and think about the Young Hun: The painting I’ve with internships, hands-on experiences and teachers who are meaning so he became one of created is about human rights experts in their fields. my favorite artists. and slavery all over the world. I worked on some symbolism. SSIS will first introduce Hospitality and Art and Design (Fash- And Basquiat. I One of the main themes ion & Clothing) classes commencing in August 2014, pending heard his life is the quilt pattern be- authorization. In the years to come, this program will likely story and cause slaves used quilt be expanded to include other career interest areas based on how he was patterns to communi- student and parent feedback. mistreated cate, like a secret code. and forced to To learn more about the program, please contact Daisy make artwork Kloe: My favorite work Huang at 139 1670 1082 or email her at daisy_huang@ssis. for sale. He still is the triptych of the asia. made amazing artwork and I nongtangs, the alleyways in found his story quite inspir- Shanghai. When I was in pri- More information about the IBCC is available online: www. ing. mary school I lived in a nong- ssis.asia/minhang-campus/curriculum/senior-school/ibcc. tang for a few years. Being www.urban-family.com 17 Learning Mind Matters Saying Goodbye to Ayi By Matt Kuykendall

aving a caring, loving relationships in a healthy man- and trustworthy ayi ner, a lesson that will help your H to take care of your children throughout their children is an amazing luxury lives.” and one of the things we ex- pats love about living in If your family is facing the situ- Shanghai. However, I’m not ation of your child being sepa- sure if we parents understand rated from their ayi, the follow- the profundity of the relation- ing is the best way to handle it ship between our children and so as to minimize stress and si- their caregivers and the possi- multaneously model positive bility of psychological distress ‘endings’ to a relationship: in the event of loss. • Tell the child as soon as you John Bowlby, the creator of know the relationship will be modern attachment theory, ending. Waiting to tell does was the first major psycholo- more harm than good. The gist to investigate the psycho- more time a child has to pre- logical impact of caregivers on pare for the loss, the better off children. Bowlby himself was they’ll be. raised by a nanny and in his own words saw his mother, • Be positive. Your emotional “about one to three hours a cues will inform your child. day.” When Bowlby was four years old, his nanny left the • Encourage your child to share family. Bowlby went on to de- their feelings and ask ques- scribe this experience as in- tions. This allows them to pro- credibly traumatic – but also as cess the situation and seek something that fueled his sci- emotional support through- entific interest in the psycho- out the process of impending logical impact of attachment. loss.

What Bowlby and his col- not spending the most hours much as she or he loves you, • Ease the transition. Spend leagues have found is that a with your child, for they’ll likely but it is healthy to understand time with your child and the child will inevitably become still view you as their ‘attach- and accept this as part of their new ayi during the transition attached to their nanny, and if ment figure.’ Of course this development, so that when de- phase. Maintain routines for the nanny serves as the prima- does not mean that your child tachment or loss occur – be it consistency and predictability ry caretaker, may even become does not attach to your ayi as because of sudden resigna- in the face of this big change. the child’s “attachment figure.” well. What researchers have tion, job transfer or repatria- found is that from birth to tion – the family addresses the • If possible, keep a picture of I know there are many parents about nine or ten months, the issue in a sensitive and appro- your child’s caregiver in their out there who fear exactly this infant has a ‘primary attach- priate way. room. The point of modeling — the ayi becoming their ment figure’ and a close, con- good ‘endings’ is to show your child’s attachment figure. How- sistent and affectionate rela- Dr. Lindsay Heller, a clinical child that just because a rela- ever one longitudinal study on tionship with this person is psychologist in Beverly Hills tionship no longer exists, it babies from birth to 18 months massively important to healthy who specializes in nanny rela- doesn’t mean that relation- found that “attachments were psychological development. tionships, believes children ship was worthless or does not most likely to form with However, after 10 months, it is may be slow to trust and bond still have an impact on the hu- those who responded accurate- possible – and in fact the norm with future caregivers if one man beings involved. ly to the baby’s signals, not the – for children to have multiple just disappears. Thus, Dr. Hel- person they spent most time attachment figures. ler emphasizes modeling posi- // Matt Kuykendall teaches AP and IB with.” tive “endings,” viewing separa- Psychology at the Puxi campus and is the proud It might be weird to think that tion from a nanny as “an op- father of Talia, 4, and Kiernan, 2. So don’t beat yourself up for your child may love your ayi as portunity to model how to end 18 www.urban-family.com Preventing the Summer Slide Keeping Young Minds Active By Dr. Liz Kwo

chool’s out, but the to be more fun as they become learning shouldn’t stop. more capable of meeting chal- SStudents can benefit tre- Students of all ages digress lenges and overcoming any mendously during the sum- weaknesses. This boosts aca- mer months from activities two to three months in their demic self-esteem. outside the classroom. Stu- dents of all ages regress two to academic skills during the 5. Enroll in Camp three months in their academ- summer if they do not have or Travel ic skills during the summer if Good summer camp programs they do not have intellectual intellectual stimulation with individualized instruc- stimulation. tion can allow students to dis- cover an academic subject Research shows that students they are passionate about. Let score lower on standardized students explore their curiosi- tests at the end of summer va- ties – paleontology, astronomy, cation than they do on the rock collecting, the geology of same tests at the beginning of Mars, the search for extrater- the summer. Learning loss is restrial life or ancient history. cumulative, summer after summer. It impacts post-sec- If the family is vacationing, ondary education and work make sure the trip also has an force preparedness. High-qual- educational component, ity summer learning is essen- whether the student is in tial to preventing “summer charge of planning at least one learning loss” and encourages aspect of the trip or asked to students to be lifelong learn- learn about the culture. Give ers, rather than only class- the New Yorker or The Econo- ing. Students can also create them maps, brochures and room learners. mist. flashcards of words. guides, and see how they use their skills to figure out a plan. A few academically engaging Parents of children reading be- 3. Develop Math Skills hours scheduled daily can low grade level should read Set aside some time to review // Dr. Liz Kwo has more than 12 years close learning gaps and help with their children in order to math concepts, practice com- experience in higher education with degrees from Harvard Medical students perform at higher assist with sounding out putational skills and improve School, Harvard Business School and levels during the school year. words. Parents can also consid- problem-solving skills. Work- Stanford University. This column er purchasing reading compre- sheets are useful, as are com- is sponsored by New Pathway Education (www.npathway.com). Here are some tips to prevent hension workbooks and gram- puter-based games, spatial summer learning loss: mar books, as students can games and toys. Spatial skills benefit from self-quizzes that predict achievement in the 1. Work on Reading helps develop memory and in- “STEM” fields – science, tech- Comprehension ference skills. Review the past nology, engineering and math- and Grammar grade level’s grammar con- ematics. Parents can purchase Set aside time for students to cepts, and begin to work on a math workbook for their read one hour each day. Books the next school year’s con- child’s academic level. New Pathway Education should be challenging. Set a cepts. focuses on teaching life- goal and tally the number of 4. Focus on Specific long success. We don’t just books on a calendar. Read an 2. Improve Vocabulary Skills or Subjects want to teach strategy for interesting series, but also Ask students to write down Many students take extra les- a test; we want to teach classics, new fiction, poetry words they don’t recognize in sons in specific subjects or in the lifelong passion for and technical books to learn a notebook and look up the the arts. Online resources and learning that new ways to think. If the stu- meaning later when they are teacher supply stores offer a will help stu- dent is a teenager, ask them to reading. Students should also wide variety of learning mate- dents succeed consider reading difficult sto- set a goal of learning a specific rials to strengthen and im- in all that ries in international newspa- number of words and using prove their specific weaker are- they do. pers and magazines such as them in their speech and writ- as. Students may find learning www.urban-family.com 19 Learning Best in Show Shanghai’s Top Student Artists

“Creativity takes courage.” – Henri Matisse As part of the Urban Family arts-themed issue, we made an open call for student artwork submissions from the Shanghai international school community for a judged competition. We were overwhelmed by the response. We received 110 works from seven different schools and the work was impressive. Monika Lin, creator of Colorbox Arts, was our judge and after much deliberation and observation chose these works as the “Best in Show.” Thank you to Monika Lin and all of the students and schools who participated. To see more student artwork, check out www.urban- family.com.

Best Mixed Media Dragonflies by Justine Lee, Grade 12, Concordia

Best Portrait Cultural Background by Young Kyeung Yu, Grade 12, SCIS 20 www.urban-family.com Best Installation Best Surrealism Inner Beauty by Sim, Year 13, YCIS Gubei Campus Roots by Kyung In Kim, Grade 12, SCIS

Best Socially Conscious The Other Side by Oriol Casanovas Ortega, Grade 10, WISS

Best Drawing Scarcity by Amabel Sara Chiarito, Grade 12, SCIS www.urban-family.com 21 Learning

Best Graphic Design Organic Fantasy by Wu Shi Yun Shanese, Grade 12, SSIS 22 www.urban-family.com Best Use of Recycled Material Multitudes by Fay Fang de Waal, Year 13, YCIS Gubei

Best Still Life Remembrance by Anja Liu, Grade 9, YK Pao

Best Sculpture Dress Made From Shanghai Street Food by Emily, Year 13, YCIS Gubei Campus

Best Abstract Macro Perspective by Robin Yang, Grade 9, WISS www.urban-family.com 23 Learning YCIS Artist in Residence Seeing is Believing By Jodi Hwang “Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” -Edgar Degas

for his designs. At meet- So how does a legally blind art- all the credit to the students, ings he will sketch eve- ist draw with such detail? “They did it all. I just came in ryone sitting around ta- Montgomery says casually, “I and taught them about shapes ble with amazing accu- guess I overcompensate. I real- and colors.” racy. ly look at something and focus in.” At the Seeds of Hope Charity Some might call this Gala hosted in Shanghai in doodling, but for He also hopes he can inspire March, various works by Mont- Montgomery it’s just others, “I tell kids, don’t let gomery and students were practice. And he’s your shortcomings hold you auctioned to raise money to practicing what he back. Come up with your own build a “Hope” school in Anhui way of doing something.” For province. Montgomery he has never used his blindness as an ex- It’s clear that Montgomery is cuse, “I use it as an advantage.” using his artist residency as an opportunity to inspire stu- here is one thing When Montgomery was dents and the community be- you’ll have a hard 10-years-old he knew he want- yond. T time believing ed to be an artist after winning when you see the de- a competition. He started out tailed artwork of YCIS by copying comics and mak- artist in residence Mark ing his own stories, which led Montgomery – he is le- him to major in sequential art gally blind. A detail that (comics) at Savannah College makes his work all the of Art and Design. more extraordinary. At YCIS, he brings his love of Montgomery, originally from preaches. “Students comics to an afterschool com- Jacksonville, Florida, has lived ask me every day, how can I be ics club he instructs. He also in Shanghai for four years as a better artist? The simple an- works on cross-curriculum the YCIS artist in residence. swer is draw every day,” says projects with classes. Recalling From his drawing-filled office Montgomery. “I still don’t one class unit studying the Re- at the Gubei campus, his job is think I’m a great artist. I still naissance, he taught students to help to beautify the cam- practice every day.” This is evi- to make their own paint using pus, work with students and dent in another project spices like cumin, dry pig- classes on projects as well as ments and egg yolk to create a create his own work as a pro- Montgomery has defied odds, Mona Lisa, just like Da Vinci fessional artist. his parents were told before he would have done. was born that he and his twin So far, he has completed four brother would not see or hear. When asked if he has favorite murals, as well as large-scale But they can do both. Being le- work of art, he simply replied, canvases that decorate the gally blind, he’s still able to see, “When I create a piece of art, walls of YCIS’ four campuses. but his vision is limited. Inter- the one I’m working on is my estingly, he only sees in 2D. “I favorite.” Most recently For YCIS students just walking don’t know what 3D looks like.” though he found enjoyment by his office, it’s hard not to be But he sees this as advantage, working with YCIS Early Child- inspired. There are no blank “It helps me to be an artist. It’s hood Education students walls, just sketches covering how I view the world. I try to (four-year-olds) on an impres- every inch of space. Even recy- express that in my art.” sive project for the YCIS chari- cled coffee cups are a canvas ty, Seeds of Hope. But he gives 24 www.urban-family.com The Traveling Photographer Richard Sobol at Concordia Photos by Kirk Hawkins

in Time, the New York Times, Paris Match, Zoe Burns: What Audubon and National Geographic, and has inspired you his work has also appeared in the as a writer and Guggenheim Museum New York and the photographer? Museum of Fine Arts Boston. I love to tell the stories. And I started out only as a photographer, but then found Sobol’s non-fiction books for children that I like the idea that I can control all of have covered topics relating to wildlife, the story and not just hand my international cultures and conservation photographs to a writer to of the environment. let them decide. Once I started writing I could Inquiring young minds had these ques- add more creative control tions for their visiting artist to the storytelling. and author. Robert Kocis: How Roisin Scanlon: long have you When did been doing photography? you become I’ve been doing photography for over inspired to be a 30 years. photographer? I really started in high Carlie Willson: school. I was about 14 or 15 and I got a How many times Photographer and author Richard Sobol at camera as a gift from my parents. I start- have you been Concordia International School’s library ed photographing the stuff around me. I to Thailand? have two older brothers, both of whom I have a travel rule that arlier this year, award-winning pho- were very comfortable in the world of once I’ve been to a place tographer and author Richard business and offices. I just saw them in more than eight times E Sobol visited Concordia Interna- their suits and ties and was glad they I can’t remember. It’s tional School as an artist in residence dur- were happy, but I knew that wasn’t the like if some of you play chess, you know ing the primary school’s book week. Un- work for me. I found that by being a pho- you’re a better chess player depending on der Sobol’s guidance, students learned tographer I could have a pro- how far you can see ahead. Well I about visual literacy as he shared fessional life and make can only see back eight times. So his photos and stories from a living and have I’ve been to Thailand more around the world, and inspired new challenges than eight times. them to look, wonder and ap- that excited me. preciate the stories that are a Selena Morse: How many part of their own surroundings. Kyungmin books have you written? Roh: Do you I’ve written 14 books that have Sobol’s photographs regularly appear have any goals been published and three or with your stories? four at various stages of One of the most important goals for me production. I want to bring people is to make it entertaining and interesting. And I do put a lot of scientific informa- Lauren Darnall: into the story, even tion and I want you to read it and learn How many if it’s about animals, about the subject, but I want it to be ac- countries have cessible to you in a way that you want to you visited? rice or silk, I make it read it and not just memorize all that in- I’ve been to 42 coun- important that people formation. I want to bring people into the tries. I was stuck at 41 story, even if it’s about animals, rice or for a long time and I went to Mongolia in are a part of the story silk, I make it important that people are a November. part of the story.

www.urban-family.com 25 cover story Artistic Exploration Shanghai’s Best Art Museums “It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s Encouraging Creativity what you see.” - Henry David Thoreau You can encourage creativity in your children by help- Exposing your children to art is one of the ing them look closely at the world and to examine greatest gifts you can give them. Fortunately small details, textures, surfaces, etc. They will begin to for families in Shanghai, the city’s art scene notice things you yourself might have missed – the is booming making this the perfect time color of a shadow, the change in texture on bark, the to explore the multitude of museums, smell or feel of the rain. sculptures and galleries around town. Small children should be encouraged just to play with materials, and to explore their potential. Older chil- We’ve scoured the city in search of the top dren will benefit when you ask them pointed ques- art spaces for families. Here are our picks. tions, such as, “Can you describe in words how that makes you feel?” when looking at art in a gallery, or, “What could that look like?” when they are describing an abstract idea or concept.

You will be pleasantly surprised by how articulate your children can be – and how passionate they are about their personal views. Each child has a very distinctive voice and view on the world. It is all of our jobs to help them find it, and then we get to enjoy watching them roar!

// Submitted by Belinda Vicars and Alina Ianovskaia, IB and IGCSE Art teachers at YCIS Shanghai’s Campus MOCA

A perfect space for well-known smile. Kids can even dress up in a Mona Lisa families situated in- cape and wig. The exhibit has been extended until early

Red Rooster Photos side People’s Park, July, better get there fast before it closes. the Museum of Con- temporary Art MOCA also hosts art workshops for children ages 8-12 on (MOCA) is our pick the weekend often in conjunction with ongoing exhibits. Mila Tunkey strikes a pose in the Mona Lisa gown at MOCA. for the top kid- Two upcoming programs on Sunday, June 15 include friendly art muse- “Close to Mona Lisa,” exploring Da Vinci’s work from um in Shanghai. It’s spacious enough without 11am-12pm and a session on shadow puppets from feeling overwhelming; just the right size for little ones 2-4pm. Cost is RMB30, plus admission and is free for and big enough to keep the older ones interested. With members. E-mail [email protected] for the park right outside, it’s a great way to spend a morn- more information. ing or afternoon. // RMB50/adult, RMB25/ With rotating exhibitions like the popular colorful dots student, children under 1.3m are free, RMB400 of the Kusama Yayoi exhibit and most recently the Ani- for annual family mamix Biennale, MOCA is also hosting its first youth art membership, 10am-6pm, project with the Meeting Da Vinci Little Mona Lisa ex- Sun-Thur, 9am-7pm, Fri-Sat, People’s Park, hibit pictured on our cover. This imaginative exhibit ex- 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, by

plores various interpretations of Da Vinci’s famous work Huangpi Bei Lu 人民公 Photos Rooster Red by local artists. And best of all, it’s highly interactive with 园, 南京西路231号, 近黄 陂北路 (6327 1282 www. a Mona Lisa with interchangeable Shanghai background, mocashanghai.org) a magnetic Mona Lisa to add various face shapes and a colorful room filled with contemporary takes on that Avah Wang and Diego Pa in the main gallery at MOCA.

26 www.urban-family.com Yuz Museum The newly-opened Yuz Museum in the West Bund area is an art space worth exploring as a family. Museum founder Chinese-Indonesian en- trepreneur Budi Tek houses his impressive collection of contempo- rary art installations in the 3000-square-meter exhibition hall, what was once an airport hangar space. Upon entering the inaugural exhi- bition Myth/History, you’ll be greeted by Maurizio Cattelan’s ‘Tree of Life’. In the main open area, children might enjoy the large twisted airplane, as well as the installation of water that sprays from a wild hose contained in a cube. The painting gallery to the side one floor up is also a good place to see a few contemporary works.

With its close proximity to the Long Museum, families could make a day of exploring both museums while packing a picnic lunch to enjoy by the water.

// Myth/History closes Nov 18, 10am-5pm, RMB70, 35 Fenggu Lu, by Longteng Avenue丰谷路35号 近龙腾大道 (6210 5207)

Power Station of Art This state-run contemporary art museum is home to multiple exhibits. Floor after floor there is more than enough to take in. And with popular exhibits like last year’s Andy Warhol collection and most recently French artist JR with his mobile photo truck, families will enjoy this space.

A bit out of the way, the Power Station of Art can be hard to find, but the smoke stack from this former power station now display- ing a digital thermometer is like a beacon in this less-populated area of Shanghai along the river.

A café and small kid’s workshop area near the entrance also make this an easily accessible space for families.

// 9am-5pm daily, 200 Huayuangang Lu, by Miaojiang Lu 花园港 路20弄，近苗江路 (3127 8535, www.powerstationofart.org)

Long Museum “One City, Two Museums,” is the motto of the Long Museum with locations in Pu- dong and most recently, the West Bund. Founded by Chinese collectors, Liu Yiqian and his wife, Wang Wei, the Long Museum is among Shanghai’s first sites to display formerly unseen, private collections of artists.

The location’s collection covers 1000 years of art displaying antiquities, Communist and contempo- rary works.

The West Bund location is the largest private art space in China and is home to both Western and Chinese art- works. The museum also occasionally hosts workshops for children. See website for details. // Long Museum (Pudong), RMB50, 10am-5pm Tue-Sun, 210 Long Museum, Lane 2255, Luoshan Lu, by Huamu Lu 浦东罗山路2255弄210号 龙美术馆 (6877 8787, www.thelongmuseum.org) // Long Museum (West Bund), RMB50, 10am-6pm, 3398 Longteng Avenue, by Ruining Lu, Xuhui District Shanghai 徐汇区龙腾大道 3398号，近瑞宁路 (6422 7636, www.thelongmuseum.org)

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The Located near the center of the World Expo Park, it’s hard to miss the 229-feet architectural monster. For- merly the China Pavilion of , the red colos- sus metamorphosed into the China Art Museum in 2012.

There are 12 floors in this massive art space. Starting from the top, the exhibition, The Bright Moon from the Sea celebrates the centennial of Shanghai Art. The exhibition has a wide array of mediums ranging from acrylic paintings, watercolor, to sculptures and busts. Traveling one floor down to levels 10 and 11, and you will enter a drastically era and locale – Shanghai and Paris: Modern Art of China. This exhibition combines the artworks of two contrasting cultures and presents to visitors a true amalgam of the East and the West. ence with a tangible take-away or a coffee table book. The Corridor of Shanghai greets visitors to on level nine. This will instantaneously brighten your child’s The museum is easily reached by Metro on to day and take your family back to the olden days of the China Art Museum station. To enter the pavilion, China with granulated films from the 1950s and vi- simply line up and receive a ticket free of charge. It is brant paper cutouts of vintage animation. suggested that you bring your passport or some sort of identification, although it is not a requirement. All With levels two-eight currently closed to visitors, the audio programs require a fee of RMB20-30 and a de- last exhibition – Dream of a Century – on level one en- posit of RMB200. – Ellen Jin capsulates the essence of the Cultural Revolution, and as you walk near by the exit, the strategic placement // Free entry, 9am-5pm Tue-Sun, China Art Museum, World Expo Park of artworks catapults the exhibition into a brave new 161 Shangnan Lu, by Guozhan Lu 浦东上南路161号上海世博区，近国 展路 (6222 8822, www.artmuseumonline.org/enevent/2069.jhtml) Shanghai.

Before departing the museum, families can visit one of the many bookstores to materialize your experi- Mall Art K11 The K11 Art Space is currently showcasing the first Monet exhibition to hit Mainland China and continues to wow onlookers with incredible art exhibitions. The world’s first Rockbund Art Museum art shopping mall provides a unique experi- ence for art enthusiasts in or visiting Shang- hai. The Rockbund Art Museum is a hidden gem embedded within the al- leyways of a buzzing metropolis. The art space houses contemporary The ambitions of the K11 Art Foundation are art in a narrow six-floor art deco building. This is the perfect stop for to advance the development of the Chinese an afternoon outing with loved ones. contemporary art movement and to inspire young Chinese artists. The current exhibition Advance Through Retreat runs until August 3. An eclectic collection of abstract works, it’s not exactly the kind of work The Monet exhibition which explores the in- kids might respond to, but it’s interesting nonetheless. With rotating fluence of Impressionism runs until June 15 exhibits and various educational programs, it’s probably a good idea to – so don’t miss out! check the website to see what’s on tap before visiting. // 1/F, 300 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Huangpi For parents needing a mid-morning recharge, entrance tickets can also Nan Lu, 淮海中路300号1楼, 近黄陂南路,( 2310 3188,www.k11concepts.com) be used as a voucher for free coffee and tea on the sixth floor.

// RMB30/adults, RMB10/students, 10am-9pm Thu-Sat, 10am- 6pm Tue, Wed, Sun, 20 Huqiu Lu, by Beijing Dong Lu 虎丘路20号， 近北京东路 (3310 9985, www.rockbundartmuseum.org)

28 www.urban-family.com Icons The City’s Most Recognizable Sculptures By Tom Lee and Celine Song

The Bund Bull Cost: The piece was donated for free, de- Meaning: According to Cao Gang of the spite costing around RMB20 million to Landscape Design Institute of East China construct. Normal University, the equine statue was Shanghai Bund’s chosen to match Chinese ideals because is Dimensions: Looming 15 meters above horses are auspicious, brave and symbol- a popular attrac- the ground and weighing an un-ethereal ize the spirit of moving forward. tion on the icon- 34 tons, the statue only lasted intact for ic waterfront. less than a day until Mother Nature’s acid Cost: A real estate company, Calxon rain bore down on it, forcing them to ap- Zhongkai Co. Ltd, footed the bill for Meaning: Mim- ply another coat of (more durable) paint. ‘Horse,’ coughing up the RMB4 million icking New York’s price tag. Wall Street Bull, The Flower and made by the Tree Dimensions: The bronze equine statue is same artist, the 6 meters tall, weighing around 3.5 tons. statue represents Propagating polar- the growing power in China’s economy izing views is Wen- Oriental Light and was unveiled following the global fi- dy H. Moy’s Flower nancial crisis to boast the country’s im- Tree, with some The Oriental Light sculpture is not only munity to economic woes. praising its vibran- an innovative tourist attraction erected at cy while others the top of by the Shang- Cost: The artist, Arturo Di Modica, found view it as gaudy hai Science and Technology Museum, but wealth with the success of his first bovine and tacky. it is also a fully-functional giant sundial. creation and therefore gifted the beast to Shanghai. Meaning: Changning District Govern- Equipped with a needle that runs through ment chose it from among 42 entries to the center, aligned by astronomers from Dimensions: At 5.2 meters long, 3.2 me- appear at the intersection of Yan’an Xi Lu the Shanghai Observatory to point north, ters high and a whopping 2.5 tons in and Hongqiao Lu, describing it as harmo- the fall of the shadow helps passersby weight, Di Modica said this Charging Bull nious, full of life and without a hint of po- keep time. is “redder, younger and stronger.” litical subtext. Meaning: Completed in 2000, the sculp- Terra Natura Dimensions: Made up of over 180 vivid- ture represents the entering of the city ly-colored flowers, the 16-meter-high bou- into a new century. quet was designed to be a wonderfully welcoming structure for those entering Cost: The monetary cost of the sculpture Shanghai’s center. was RMB6 million, not mentioning the Horse

Galloping into the city in 2004, the leap- ing horses on Nanjing Lu was the chosen sculpture to aesthetically blend the Sovi- Wu Ching-ju’s pair of faceless fairies float et-designed elegantly above the ground as one of and classically Shanghai’s biggest copper statues – Terra influenced Natura. Friendship Hall hundred workers, 12 engineers and three with the more cranes used during its construction. Meaning: Selected from over 1,000 pro- modern ap- posals to become the main feature of Lu- pearance of Dimensions: Assembled from more than jiazui Central Greenland, it pays homage Shanghai Exhi- 6,000 meters of stainless steel tube, Ori- to Mother Earth and the purity and fragil- bition Center. ental Light weighs more than 55 tons and ity of nature. has a 20-meter-high disc, which has a di- ameter of 24 meters. www.urban-family.com 29 cover story Shanghai Sculpture Space Red Town Treasures By Tongfei Zhang Red Town is one of the most accessible places in town to enjoy amazing sculptures, both out- side on the grassy lawns and inside the Shanghai Sculpture Space – a huge warehouse that has been showing works since 2006.

“It is a purely charitable organization,” says Li Qiang, the chief curator of the Sculpture Space. “There’s no entry fee for daily visits, no cost for exhibitions either. Everyone is welcome.”

Red Town’s sculptures are enduringly popular with people of all ages, who come to admire and interact with them. Li talks us through the most popular outdoor sculptures.

Fortune Cookies Bull Market Local people may not be famil- iar with these after-dinner cook- The bull has been at the heart of Red ies, which originated in San Town since it first opened. French artist Francisco, each containing a Pierre Matter used existing steel from the lucky prediction or piece of original Shanghai No.10 Steel Factory – sage advice for the person what Red Town used to be – to create his opening it. These iconic, in- impressive beast. The piece has a histori- stantly recognizable sculp- cal connection with its environment and tures, created by Australian is regarded as the treasure of the Sculp- company United Art Projects, ture Space. It represents good luck and a were part of the Expo and now function flourishing and successful future. as chairs for kids to climb and sit on. Some people don’t rec- ognize them as fortune cookies – they see them as hats or UFOs, which, says Li, is part of their imaginative. power. // Red Town, 570 Huaihai Lu, by Hongqiao Lu 淮海西路570号, 近虹桥路 Sculpture Parks Two other must-see sculpture The Transhumance spaces in Shanghai.

This piece – which everyone calls ‘The Legs’ – was created by Professor Jing’an Sculpture Park Yang Jinsong at the China Academy of Art and has been in Red Town since 2007. It expresses the ever-increasing migration of people to different cit- A 30,000 square meter park filled with crea- ies and countries in today’s globalized world, as well as a wish to stride into tions to delight and engage even the littlest a beautiful future. ones. 128 Shimen Er Lu, by Beijing Xi Lu 静安 “In the boiling summer, many people lie down under the shadow of each 区石门二路128号, 近北京西路 leg, and in the evening lots of birds circle above because they see food down there – they make a pretty funny scene. This is the characteristic of Shanghai Sculpture Park good city sculptures: good works can interact with people, and we can tell if people like them or not.” Located in Songjiang District, the park covers an Another of Yang’s ‘Legs’ area of 86.7 hectares in Sheshan National Travel sculptures stands perma- & Holiday Area, western Shanghai. A 30-45-min- nently in front of the Pow- ute taxi or Metro ride from downtown, the park er Station of Art in the old is surrounded by the Sheshan mountains with Expo area, where he add- Moon Lake at its center. More than 70 sculp- ed wings onto the 21 legs, tures are on display and will make for a day of which were adorned with family fun. the flags of the partici- // RMB 120/adult, RMB50/child under 1.4m, Open pating Expo countries. daily 9am-5pm, 1158 Linyin Xin Lu, by Jiasong Nan Lu 上海月湖雕塑公园林荫新路1158号 (5779 8090, www.shanghai-sculpture-park.com.cn)

30 www.urban-family.com Moganshan Lu Art District Take a Walk on the Wild Side By Jodi Hwang For the edgier side of the Shanghai contemporary art scene, you than most traditional artwork. LED won’t want to miss the Moganshan Lu area of Putuo District. projections on the floor will keep little ones entranced with the changing Start at the far end of Moganshan Lu near Changhua Lu and Su- shapes, while the bright neon lights zhou Creek and take a stroll past the colorful walls of graffiti. It’s make the work feel interactive, keep- still one of the only spaces where graffiti is allowed in Shanghai ing your interest for longer than usu- even though there’s been talk for several years that the wall al. A word of caution, some of the would be demolished. works have subtle mature themes.

Continue walking until you hit 97 Chronos has a dizzying 3D experi- Moganshan Lu. Here pop up to ence that allows you to place your- the second floor fine art and con- self in scenes from around the temporary photo gallery M97. world. Entering the space, you are Once inside you’ll meet M97 own- given 3D glasses and using projec- ers Mercedes Valle-Harris and her tion and an iPad, you are able to husband Steve, as well as a host of pick a scene and go inside. You feel rotating works from both local as if you are traveling through time and international photographers. and space.

Valle-Harris is also the mother of The Espace Pebeo shop is also a two young boys and shares sug- great stop for picking up art sup- gestions for making the most of plies. The store carries all varieties the walk along Moganshan Lu. As of Pebeo’s quality paint, as well as a a rule, she prefers taking her kids number of DIY projects. The shop to bigger art spaces like MOCA, also regularly hosts workshops. but recommends a few gallery spaces in the area that families might enjoy. Many of the galleries in M50 come and go and exhibitions will vary. If you have time to explore more, the area is a labyrinth of One tip she offers for making gallery hopping fun is to find the creative spaces that will make for a fun morning or afternoon of exhibit catalogue or information sheet that usually contains art exploration. pictures of the work at each gallery space and have the kids find // M97, Open 10am-6pm Tues-Sun, 2/F, 97 Moganshan Lu 陀 the matching work on the walls. 区莫干山路97号2 (6266 1597 www.m97gallery.com) // Chronus Art Centre, 11am-6pm Tue-Sun, Bldg 18, 50 Moganshan Further down the road, you’ll find M50; the former warehouse Lu, 莫干山路50号18号楼 (5271 5789, www.chronusartcentre.org) space now filled with many galleries, studio spaces, a few cafes // , 10am-7pm daily, 2/F, Building 6, 50 Moganshan Lu 普陀区 and retail shops. Inside the complex you’ll find several notewor- 莫干山路50号6号楼2楼, 近悉苏州路 (6227 7856 www.island6.org) thy galleries recommended by Valle-Harris. // Espace Pebeo, 9.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm Sat-Sun, 1/F, Suite 0, 50 Moganshan Lu, by Nan Suzhouhe Lu 莫干山路50号0号楼1楼 近南苏 州河路(6266-2101 www.pebeo.com.cn, email: [email protected]) Island6 features LED art, which has a more stimulating effect

www.urban-family.com 31 cover story An Art-Filled Pad The essential guide to help the kids get creative at home

By Monika Lin

More is not always better – an abundance Paint brushes food dyes are also really easy to make. of art materials does not always lead to creative outcomes nor do pre-packaged, Brushes are a staple and it is good to have Foam paper overly directive craft sets necessarily help a number of different sizes on hand. Al- This is great for mosaics and soft sculp- spark a child’s imagination. In fact, most ternative applicators for paints are fun tures. It is a relatively new, easy-to-cut times, basic items – along with recycled and easy to find as well. Things like house- material that comes in a wide range of objects and a few specialty materials – are hold sponges, bubble wrap and corrugat- colors. all one needs for successful art making. ed cardboard can all be cut to form new shapes and be used for stamping. Pipe cleaners, wire, Here are the top string and yarn Scissors, compass, ruler Make sure you have such materials to use 12 essentials These can be given to older children as as fasteners, beads and object stringers to unleash they feature sharp ends. A pair of scissors, and hangers, as well as materials with creativity a compass and a ruler will open up end- which you can build. less possibilities and perhaps even stir at home: your child’s inner architect flair. Shiny bits Table covering Beads, sequins, foil paper, buttons and Glue (glue stick, paste, glitter (if you dare) are wonderful final If you do not have a designated space to PVA) and tape touches to any project. get crafty with the kids, the number one In addition to regular transparent tape, basic material you’ll need is reusable, colored electrical and duct tape coated fabric. This should be large from your household can also be enough to allow children the freedom to fun for younger children to use Reduce, Re-use, get messy. as material other than adhesives. Create! Paper Chalkboard, White, colored, thick, thin, textured, whiteboard or Recycled and up-cycled items are wonderful printed, transparent, recycled. A wide ar- designated wall materials to use. They’re inexpensive and ray of papers will allow maximum crea- Having a designated vertical make a great tool to teach children about the tivity. Also, remember to save all cut-offs space for arts and crafts is a nice importance of being resourceful. Their uses are and salvaged papers to re-use for collages, way for children to let them- numerous and the lessons kids will learn from mosaics, paper mache and the like. selves go. It will also save your re-using and recycling are life-long. other walls from unwanted doo- Age appropriate dles. If at all possible, this should Try using bottles, egg cartons, plastic contain- drawing materials be a permanent fixture rather ers, toilet paper rolls and plastic utensils in For children under three, slightly larger than something to be removed projects. crayons and markers are best. For older after use. Homemade solutions children, mediums with finer tips such as include turning a section of a Old t-shirts, household sponges, pieces of card- pencils and colored pencils can be added wall into a chalkboard, tacking board and the like can be fashioned into to encourage finer dexterity. Watercolor large sheets of paper up (place stamps for printmaking. pencils are especially great as they func- plastic sheeting underneath) or tion as both pencils and watercolors, de- just designating one wall for dec- Magazines, recycled paper and fabric remnants manding a higher artistry command oration. can also be transformed into materials for col- from your kid. lages, decoupages and paper mache. Modeling or foam clay Paints These clays are fast drying and Take-out food containers and lids are perfect Be sure to get non-staining, water-soluble lightweight. Having raw materi- paint jars and palette boards. or tempera paints for easy clean-up and als for children to fashion into to avoid permanently staining clothes. symbolic or representational Rubber bands, buttons, pieces of string, twist- Watercolor paints are a nice addition at forms is crucial in enhancing ties and cardboard boxes of all shapes and siz- any age. their abstract thinking. For a DIY es can be the inspiration for something won- alternative, flour-salt-water derful. dough tinted with watercolors or 32 www.urban-family.com Art Smart Picasso Portraits By Monika Lin hildren are never too young to appreciate art. Using art history as her muse, every issue the Colorbox creator provides a pro- C ject that can be done at home and incorporates a brief lesson.

The Project

This project is inspired by Pablo Picasso’s surrealist portraits and encourages children to create their own unique portraits by using two overlapping im- ages of the same person. This project is appropriate Steps for ages six and up. Step 1: On separate pieces of paper draw two faces, one from Materials the front (frontal) and one from the side (portrait). • Paper • Tracing paper Step 2: Using the tracing paper, trace the frontal face in the • Pencil center. Then place the same tracing paper over the drawing of • Charcoal the profile and trace that as well. Canvas • Step 3: Using another sheet of • Paint brushes paper, cover one side fully in • Paints charcoal – we are making our own transfer paper – and place that charcoal side down on the canvas. Place the transparent pa- per with the two faces on top and use a sharp pencil to trace all the lines. You now have a copy of your drawing on the canvas.

Step 4: Paint in the shapes. Use your imagination when choosing colors. After the colors have all dried, use black (or some other dark color) to go over the lines and other details

Surrealism and Portraiture Pablo Picasso, Spanish, 1881-1973

One of the most important tenants of surrealism is the use of the unconscious. Automatism in the form of auto- matic drawing (where the pencil is allowed to wander un- consciously across the page) was thus an extremely im- portant tool for the surrealists. One reason Pablo Picasso never considered himself a surrealist was that he did not // Monika Lin is an artist and the fully believe in automatism but tempered such drawing director of Colorbox. She has lived in Shanghai since 2006 and is with a level of control and intent. represented by galleries in San Francisco, New York and Shanghai. From the late 1920s on, a large part of Picasso’s work uti- Colorbox is a studio art school for children and adults located Portrait of Dora Maar, 1938 lized this methodology. in Xuhui (colorboxarts.com)

www.urban-family.com 33 cover story Discover Your Inner Picasso Shanghai’s Artist-Inspiring Studios By Kimberly Pratt and Ellen Jin

“It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.” – Pablo Picasso

1. ColorBox 2. The Expat Learning Center

If you are keen to dis- The Expat Learning Center is located in the heart of Shanghai’s cover your inner art- buzzing metropolis, and serves as an incubator for creativity and ist, then look no fur- ingenuity through a wide array of artistic mediums. The center of- ther than Colorbox fers course options ranging from three-dimensional animation Creative Arts Center, and photography (both intermediate and advanced), to programs whose ethos cent- for children such as drawing, painting and fashion design. Enrol- ers around enrich- ment for the Fall season (October 9 to December 17) closes on Sep- ing lives through tember 22 and the cost, including tuition and materials is art in a creative RMB3,900. and supportive en- // 9am-9pm, 80 Shaanxi Bei Lu, by Weihai Lu 陕西北路 vironment. 80号, 近威海路 (www.shanghai-classes.com) Tucked away in one of Shanghai’s alleyways, Colorbox offers a range of art classes for 3. Shanghai Flaneur budding toddlers to master artists. Depending on the level, classes are one to three hours in duration and cost between RMB250-700 To be a flaneur by definition means to wander, without the urge to with specific deals available on their website. hurry, to discover and to learn. Incidentally, Shanghai Flaneur uses // Tues-Sun, 10am-6pm, Bldg 20, 1/F, 383 Xiangyang Nan Lu 襄阳路 walking as their methodology to transfer knowledge, stimulate 383弄20号楼1楼，近建国路 (6267 7002, www.colorboxarts.com) creativity, build local awareness and encourage open-mindedness. The Shanghai Flaneur experts consider themselves a ‘walking think-tank’ with customized walking tours in architecture, history, 34 www.urban-family.com culture, photography, urbanization and China studies. Snapshot backgrounds to mingle. Shanghai walking tour, scheduled for June 22, amalgamates a les- // 12-8pm, 416B Grand Gateway, 1 Hongqiao Lu, by Huashan Lu 虹桥路1号港 son in photography and touring this modern city. To register for 汇广场416B, 近华山路 (6447 9273, [email protected]) the varying public walks visit www.shanghai-flaneur.com or call 3428 2101. 8. Red Town - The Sculpture Space 4. Sip-N-Paint (上海城市雕塑艺术中心)

Catering for the adult with an inner artistic child, Sip-N-Paint pro- A circle of mini-easels rings a bright room off Shanghai Sculpture vides a relaxed and social atmosphere to explore and satisfy your Space, the indoor and outdoor collection of weird and wonderful creative yearnings through art and wine. Combining happy hours sculptures in Red Town. Besmocked children sit behind easels con- and art classes Sip-N-Paint runs regular socials, reservations neces- juring up spaceships, animals and castles onto paper with pencils sary, which cost RMB180-250. and oil pastels. “Children are born artists,” says painter Lei Zhang, // 11am-10pm, 3/F, 368 Shaanxi Nan Lu by Fuxing Lu 陕西 who runs the studio. “Adults have to learn from them. Good teach- 南路368号3楼，近复兴路 (www.sip-n-paint.com). ers open children’s minds.” // 10am-4pm, Lei Art Studio, Red Town, Bldg 123, 570 HuaiHai Xi Lu, by Hongqiao Lu 淮海西路570号123号楼，近虹桥路 (www.sss570.com)

9. Pippa Studio – Fashion Lessons

Pippa Studio is an in- spiring environ- ment to ignite inge- nuity in fashion de- signing within chil- dren. Founder Bel- en de la Ossa creat- ed Pippa Studio to teach children the 5. Paintertainment foundations of clothing design. This acrylic painting studio offers a relaxed setting to practice DIY The aim of the handicrafts such as decoupage, ceramic painting and T-shirt color- studio is to en- ing. It also serves as an available venue for private parties, offsite courage chil- painting events and other corporate functions. Paintertainment dren to engage also offers beginner’s acrylic painting as well as beginner’s and chil- in artistic extra- dren’s creative painting classes for those just discovering their in- curricular ac- ner artist. tivities and gain a // Tues-Sun, 10am-10pm, Room 202, 55 Wukang Lu, by Anfu Lu 武康 stronger commitment to meeting curricular 路55号202室，近福安路 (www.paintertainmentchina.com). goals. Classes cater for children interested in a career in fashion de- sign and even those who purely enjoy getting creative. Check out the website for more details on summer classes. 6. Kids Elements // RMB4,600, 9.30-11.30am, 1.30-3.30pm and 4-6pm. 11M, 831 Xinzha Lu, by Shimen Er Lu 新闸路831号, 近石门二路 (www.pippastudio.com). Children wishing to delve into the creative elements of dance, theater, sculpture, stagecraft, drawing and costume design can do so at Shanghai’s Kids Elements. Offering 12-week courses for chil- 10. Hong Hong Art Institute dren 18 months and up that cost around RMB2,100, Kids Elements specializes in creatively fostering children’s artistic aspirations. Hong Hong Art Institute is a professional, private institute for art // Mon-Fri, 9.45am-5pm, Bldg B15-16, 633 Biyun Lu, by Lan'an Lu 碧云路 education staffed with well-qualified instructors. Their objective is 633号碧云体育休闲中心B15－16, 近蓝桉路 (www.kidselements.com) to teach with a more open way of learning, watching, thinking and experiencing. Based on different ages (ranging from 6-14), skills and classroom capacities, the program has designed four different 7. Creative Workshop (创意天地) classes to suit each child: basic classes, advanced classes, creative classes and drawing classes. Hong Hong Art Institute provides a re- Creative Workshop is a place for kids to immerse themselves in laxed environment that promotes maximum potential for crea- messy, creative fun. Using clay, paint, straw, wood and much more, tive imagination. The program also comes with a free trial for the participants are given artistic freedom to create a piece of their first class attended. own. Traditional Chinese crafts are also taught. The workshops of- // 8.30am–4pm, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, by Hongqiao Lu 淮 fered are in both English and Chinese, allowing children from both 海西路570号, 近虹桥路 (www.shhhart.org). www.urban-family.com 35 Food & fun Kids in the Kitchen Light and Healthy Spaghetti alla Carrettiera Recipe by Gianluca Piaggi, Photos by Red Rooster Photos Red Rooster Photos, Grainne Quinlan

Chef Gianluca Piaggi, Grace Vining, Adeline Vining and Audrey Guitterez

The name might sound fancy, but spaghetti alla carrettiera is Follow along with the recipe that can be made in the comfort of actually quite simple, and with fresh ingredients it’s perfect for your home for an easy way to feed the family with a little help summer. The dish gets its name from the old Sicilian cart driv- from the kids. With the talented Gianluca Piaggi, executive chef ers who found this pasta quick and easy to make and transport of Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East, along with Adeline and along the road. Grace Vining and Audrey Guitterez, you’ll see just how easy it is.

36 www.urban-family.com Spaghetti alla Carrettiera Ingredients 800 g ripe fresh plum tomatoes ½ cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic ¾ cup basil 1 ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 cup grated parmigiano cheese 450 g spaghetti

Steps 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and place the whole tomatoes into the boiling water for three minutes. 2. Remove the tomatoes from the water and place under cool running water. 3. Slice the stem portion off the tomatoes, peel the skin off and cut the tomatoes in half and remove as many seeds as you can. 4. Chop the tomatoes very fine, place in a large bowl with all its juice and stir in the olive oil. 5. Use the side of your chef knife to grind the garlic, basil and salt together, using a rubbing motion with your knife until you have a paste. Add the red pepper flakes. 6. Stir the paste into the tomatoes and mix well. This mixture should sit for at least a half hour or longer while you make your pasta. 7. Cook the spaghetti al dente. Drain and place the cooked pasta back in the pot. Immediately add the tomato mixture and mix well. Add the grated cheese and serve immediately.

// With over 25 years’ experience, Italian chef Gianluca brings his passion for cooking to Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East, where he oversees the kitchen operations of Casalingo, an authentic Italian restaurant providing home- made delicacies in a casual, relaxing Italian restaurant, as well as Pudong City Bistro, an all-day dining restaurant which features breakfast, lunch and dinner bu ets and a la carte menu showcasing cuisines from around the world. Both restaurants at: 15 Xinjinqiao Lu, by Hongfeng Lu 新 金桥路15号上海万豪酒店1楼, 近碧云路(6036 8855)

www.urban-family.com 37 Food & fun Pizza Express A Family Favorite The restaurant may have a new name, but it’s still the same great taste. Shanghai’s well-loved Pizza Marza- no restaurant is now known as Pizza Express like its counterpart in the UK. The name change still brings with it an abundance of tasty dishes that even the fussiest of children will love.

Their seasonal menu, with this season’s spring dishes focusing on seafood, makes it impossible for this res- taurant to become redundant.

Despite the regularly changing menu, their more than 30 traditional Italian (and Chinese) pizza and pasta fa- (RMB198/person), afreestyle pizza tossing competitions, giving vorites prove to be reliable options at reasonable prices. Accom- patrons the full dining experience. modating Shanghai’s palate is an exclusive ‘Peking Duck’ pizza topped with chili, spring onions and, of course, hoison sauce. There are many locations around town, the most recent open- ing in Novel Place, Xujiahui. The chain plans to open five more For those looking for a healthier option, look no further than restaurants in the city this year – so it will be hard to miss this the ‘Superfood Salad,’ which is packed with low-calorie-high-nu- family favorite. trient foods such as avocado, pumpkin, beetroot, green beans, baby spinach and pine nuts drizzled with balsamic syrup. Do you have a special occasion to celebrate? Try Pizza Express for the kid’s pizza making party (RMB98/child for 3-13year-olds. This modern restaurant is perfectly complemented with novel- Check out www.sh.pizzaexpress.cn/en/ for more info. ties such as pizza making classes for kids and ‘pizza jams’ Pudong City Bistro Something for everyone Catering to the ‘Green City’ area of Jin- For simpler kid tastes, there are basic qiao, the Sunday brunch at Pudong City breakfast foods – breads, cereals, congee Bistro in the Marriott Hotel Pudong East and an omelette station, as well as chick- has the laid-back feel of the suburbs in en fingers and fries offered near the chil- which it sits. Parents will be pleased with dren’s play area. Also tempting to tiny the ease of the buffet and enjoy a leisure- taste buds is the candy station complete ly meal, as the kids are entertained at the with an ice cream cart and cotton candy play area. machine.

The indulgent, but manageable brunch While the kids are burning off the sugar spread includes a selection of seafood on rush at the play area, parents can indulge ice, freshly cut meat, homemade pasta in more sophisticated sweets at the des- and make-it-your way cooking stations, sert table. Delicate cakes, mousse and charcuterie, salads, and a dessert table. crème brulee were highlights here, along Pizza fresh from the oven is also served with handmade chocolates. right at your table. Brunch is available every Sunday from Meat-lovers should not miss the ham – 11:30 to 14:30, for RMB328 net per person. fering special brunch activities for Fa- it’s juicy, tender and perfectly flavored - Free for children under age 6 and half ther’s Day on June 15; call in advance for reminiscent of a HoneyBaked ham at the price for children from ages 6 to 12. A reservations. holidays. The roasted potatoes and family package is also available at // 2/F, 15 Xinjinqiao Lu, by Hongfeng Lu 新 glazed carrots were a perfect accompani- RMB599 (2 adults and 1 child) making 金桥路15号2楼, 近红枫路 (6036 8855) ment. this brunch one of the better values in Shanghai. Pudong City Bistro is also of- 38 www.urban-family.com Al Fresco Dining Sit in the Sun All Summer Long By Lauren Hogan

Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Binjiang Dadao 陆家嘴环 It might be hot, but on those days when // Lane 946 Changle Lu, by Wulumuqi 路168号正大广场1楼近滨江大道 (5081 0966) you long to be outside with the kids, Lu, 长乐路946弄, 近乌鲁木齐路 (6248 8985, www.bellanapoli-sh.com) head to one of these restaurants for a cool drink and light fare, then let the kids Melange Oasis go wild in the play area. Big Bamboo This eco-friendly café and restaurant A sports bar and serves Mediterranean dishes, curries, sal- The Flying Fox grill with kids are- ads and hearty, healthy mains. Kids will This English and Irish styled pub serves as at the Hongqiao enjoy the open space to run around hearty barbeques and pours generous and Jinqiao loca- while parents pints. The Flying Fox is among suburban tions. enjoy a coffee. Pudong’s most popular weekend picks. Specials: (All locations) Sunday, chicken Visit on the Aside from the food, the children’s play wings for cheap starting from 8 wings first or third area on the first floor and outdoor gar- and a pint for RMB65 and up. Saturday of den with swings and slides makes this Patio seats: Hongqiao: 240, Jinqiao: 120, the month to the perfect spot for parents and kiddies Nanyang: 16 enjoy the Sat- alike. 1) Hongmei Entertainment Street, No. 20, Lane 3338 urday market. 虹梅路 号虹梅路休闲街 号 // 225 Hongfeng Lu, by Xinjinqiao Lu 红 Hongmei Lu 3338 26 (6405 Specials: During lunch, for every main 枫路225号, 近新金桥路 (5030 9807) 8720, www.bigbamboo.cn) 2) 123 Nanyang Lu, by Tongren Lu 南阳路123号, 近铜 dish add on the daily soup for RMB15 or 仁路 (6256 2265, www.bigbamboo.cn) small mixed salad for RMB20. Element Fresh (Huaihai 3) 381 Hongfeng Lu, by Biyun Lu, Jinqiao 红枫路 Patio seats: 30 381号, 近碧云路 (5030 1779, www.bigbamboo.cn) Zhong Lu) // Jiashan Market, No. 37, Lane 550 This healthy staples chain presents a Shaanxi Nan Lu, by Shaoxing Lu 陕西南 路550弄37号, 近绍兴路 (6433 7727) beautiful rooftop at the KWah Centre Boxing Cat (Yongfu) that looks onto Down home American- Donghu Gar- style fixin’s and freshly The Patio (The Kerry Hotel) dens and be- brewed beer. A kids’ Sitting outside The Cook restaurant, the yond. menu with favorites like menu offers soups, dim sum, seafood, Patio seats: 50 hot dogs and mac and skewers and -style barbeque. //4 and 5/F, cheese makes this a no- Patio seats: 88 Kwah House, fuss meal. // The Kerry 淮 1028 Huahai Zhong Lu, by Donghu Lu Hotel, 1388 海中路 号 楼 近东湖路 Patio seats: 40 1028 4-5 , Visit www. Huamu Lu, by elementfresh.com for more locations. // 82 Fuxing Xi Lu, by Fangdian Lu 花木 复兴西路 号 近永福路 Yongfu Lu 82 , (6431 2091) 路1388号, 近芳甸 Isola 路 (6169 8888) Tuck into a pizza, their Saturday seafood Bubba’s Cool Docks deals or on the weekend with their fami- BBQ, burgers and more Texas favorites Paulaner ly-friendly brunch while enjoying a per- served by the water’s edge. They also run The staple for authentic Bavarian fare if fect view of the Pearl Tower. the infamous chili and BBQ cook-offs. you’re craving a brat for the kids and Specials: From 3-5pm, an afternoon tea is Specials: Mon, half-priced burgers. Tues, beer for Mom and Dad in the sunshine. on offer with a selection of desserts, RMB200 steaks. Wed, half-priced pizza. Fenyang Lu has an outdoor play area that sandwiches and more, plus tea or coffee, Fri, Cajun night. will keep the kids entertained for a while. for RMB98. Weekend brunch RMB208/ Patio seats: 60 Patios seat: 80/Fenyang, 186/Xintiandi, adult, RMB118/children 10 and under. // Wharf 1846, 160/Binjiang, 223/Expo Patio seats: 40 Section 4, 653 Waima // 1) 150 Fenyang Lu, by Fuxing Lu 汾阳路150路，近复 Lu, by Wangjiamatou 兴路 (6474 5700) // IFC Pudong, 4/F, 8 Shiji Da Dao, by 老码头 四库 外 Lu , , 2) Xintiandi, North Block, Lane 181 Taicang Lu, by Huan Lu 世纪大道8号, 国金中心 码路 号 近王家 653 , Madang Lu 太仓路181号, 新天地北里, 近马当路(6320 IFC商场4楼, 近陆家嘴环路 (5012 1277) 码头路 (5302 7588) 3935) 3) Binjiang: 2967 Lujiazui Lu 陆家嘴路2967号 (6888 3935) Bella Napoli (Changle Lu) Mammamia! 4) Pudong: 555 Shibo Dadao, by Nanmatou Authentic Italian Kid-friendly Italian fare Lu 世博大道555号, 近南码头路 (2206 0555) fare: antipasti, served along a quieter homemade pasta corner outside of the big and Neapolitan Superbrand Mall. pizza. Patio seats: 100 Patio seats: 50 // 1/F, Superbrand Mall, 168 www.urban-family.com 39 Food & fun Mad About Melons

By Margaret Keefe, RDN

It is summer in Shanghai and the fiber per serving of watermelons. best fresh eating season of the year. Walk into any wet market or peruse Besides having family in Korean melon any of the online green grocers and common, all melons are you will find an overwhelming Korean melons, or sweet melons (tian choice of local fresh fruits and veg- sweet, juicy and contain 90 gua 甜瓜), are grown in China and etables. percent water, which means have been for a long time, reportedly since the period of the Three King- Just the variety of melons alone they’re perfect for a sweaty doms. These are small, oval shaped will keep you busy for a few weeks. Shanghai day yellow melons ribbed with distinctive We have all seen the truckloads of white lines, and have a delicate skin watermelons that appear at each that bruises easily. The flavor is some- intersection come summertime. where between a cantaloupe and a Your market, too, is likely to boast a ty much similar in taste and nutritional pear. Better try yourself to find out. plethora of melons in various sizes and value. Like all melons, watermelon is a colors. rich source of vitamin C and potassium. Korean melons should be eaten within one week of harvest, so purchasing them Like one big happy family, most melons What sets watermelon apart, however, is from a local grower is best. They are also are distant relatives, all coming from hy- its high content of vitamin A and lyco- a great source of fiber and, according to brids of the muskmelon genus. Besides pene, a phytochemical anti-oxidant that Traditional Chinese medicine, they are that, they all are sweet, juicy and contain has been shown to reduce the risk of can- terrific for ridding yourself of coughs and 90 percent water, which means they are cer. Look for watermelons that have a yel- phlegm. perfect for a sweaty Shanghai day. To low or white patch. This means they have help you navigate through them all, here been left on the vine to ripen. Honeydew is some info on a few of the more popu- lar choices. Cantaloupe In Shanghai, honeydew melons (bailan gua 白兰瓜) come in all sizes and colors. Watermelon Better-known as Hami melon (hami gua They can have white skin, yellow skin, 哈密瓜) in Shanghai, these melons origi- pale green skin or pebbly skin. Most are This is one melon that is probably recog- nate from Hami, Xinjiang. The Hami round but they can vary from softball nized around the world. Watermelons (xi melons or cantaloupes found in Shang- size to the size of a kick ball. When you gua 西瓜) have morphed into quite a va- hai are oval in shape with green or yel- cut them open they all have a lovely fra- riety. All green and round or oval on the low, pebbly skin. The flesh is orange and grance and light green flesh. Interesting- outside, the inside flesh can vary from the flavor akin to its American cousin, al- ly, the Chinese variety of this melon, bai red to pink to yellow, with black seeds, though maybe not quite as sweet. Hami lan, is said to have been introduced to white seeds or no seeds. Despite the melons are rich in vitamin A and C and China in the 1940s by a visiting diplo- change of color, all watermelons are pret- fiber. Cantaloupes have about twice the mat, former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture 40 www.urban-family.com Henry Wallace. As a result the melon is sometimes known as body and clearing away summer heat. For its hydrating proper- the Wallace melon (华莱士 Hualaishi). ties, one TCM reference even suggests watermelon is great for relieving hangovers. Most honeydew melons arrive in Shanghai from Gansu province There are plenty of ways to enjoy the medley of melons availa- ble in summer. Cut them in wedges for an after-lunch treat, To pick a ripe one, the skin should have a buy a slice on a stick from a smiling street slightly waxy feel and the fuit itself should be Watermelon, one cup, diced: 46 calories vendor, make a sweet summer melon salad firm with a slight give in the stem area. An un- Cantaloupe, one cup diced: 53 calories or whip up a refreshing juice or cocktail. cut ripe honeydew will stay fresh for two days Korean Melon, one cup, diced: 48 calories The ideas, like the melons, are endless. on the counter and four-five days refrigerat- Honeydew, one cup, diced: 61 calories ed. If you pick an unripe melon, it make take up to four days on the table to ripen. // Margaret Keefe is a registered Honeydews posses all the great nutrients of the previous mel- dietician and founder of the Shanghai Nutrition Practice ons with the extra bonus of being rich in zeaxanthin and folate Group. (www.eatwellshanghai. – a nutrient must for women of child-bearing age. Major stud- com, 138 1667 4736) ies show that zeaxanthin, a powerful anti-oxidant, is vital to eye health and may protect from age-related eye disease. Eat Well Shanghai grew out of one expat’s confusion on how to feed her family Melons are a food bringing together both East and West theo- healthy, wholesome ries of good health. Western nutrition and health experts tout meals in Shanghai. If you are feeling their benefits for their thirst quenching quality, low calories overwhelmed and not sure what to eat or where and vitamin rich properties; while Traditional Chinese Medi- to shop, the Eat Well Shanghai Guidebook will help smooth your transition to eating well in Shanghai. cine suggests that these yin foods are a remedy for cooling the Where to find

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www.urban-family.com 41 wellbeing Summer Separations Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder? By Christine Forte

building more positive atti- tudes. This takes the parent out of the position of having to re- mind the child what’s good about being back home, invest- ing the kid with this responsibil- ity instead.

A good old-fashioned letter and postcard written to the parent abroad can also be a lot of fun for the kids.

Before you leave, take some time to plan ahead. If there are particular tasks or responsibili- ties that need to be taken care of in either Shanghai or your home country, make sure it is clear to the family member that'll be in each place. This will helly* was excited to have save a lot of stress, allowing to the opportunity to take It’s important for the traveling make communication during S her two children home to parent to demonstrate empathy the time apart more enjoyable, the US for the summer. Her rather than taking the form of a family had only been in Shang- and acceptance of their children’s business meeting. hai for about eight months, and she found she was really miss- feelings while finding ways to stay When planning her trip back to ing her loved ones back home. positive the US, Shelly ultimately found Unfortunately, though, her hus- these strategies useful in stay- band was only able to get a cou- ing connected to her husband ple of weeks off from work, challenging for the one trave- Sending photos and voice mes- and keeping her children bal- meaning he would come to join ling alone with children, partic- sages can be a wonderful way of anced, and she also came up them only at the end of July. In ularly if they are small. None- bringing distant family mem- with some ideas of her own. If the time they’d been married, theless, temporary separation bers closer and helping them to your family is planning sum- their family had never been sep- does not mean meaningful con- feel part of the day-to-day. mer travel where they will be in arated for more than a week or nection among family mem- different places, don’t be shy so. She knew she would really bers has to fall apart. It’s also important for the trave- about asking friends, neighbors miss him, as would the children. ling parent to demonstrate em- or a trusted counselor for their In an age when often even tod- pathy and acceptance of their input. While each family is Many expat families may find dlers are able to easily navigate children’s feelings, while finding unique, we can still take a lot of themselves in a situation simi- Skype or an iPad, families have ways to stay positive. Most chil- important cues from the expe- lar to Shelly, where one spouse numerous options to connect dren will, of course, be excited riences of others. will take the children back to using technology. to return to their home country, the home country for the sum- but this may be mixed with *Name has been changed for mer while the other one re- Besides writing e-mails, it is now feelings of missing the parent anonymity. mains in Shanghai to work. possible to send voice messages back in Shanghai along with or photos and videos in real friends left behind. // Christine Forte is a mental It can be difficult for both sides time with a number of apps, health counselor at Balanced Heart Counseling in Shanghai. She works of the couple, but particularly from Voxer and Skype to We- Doing some journaling activi- with adolescents, adults and couples for the one left behind, who Chat and WhatsApp. For those ties with children so as to en- in both coping with challenges and may find him or herself bur- about to do long-distance for courage them to write about developing positive habits of mind. www.balancedheartcounseling.com dened with long work hours the summer, it’s worth investing “what went well” or do an “I’m and little source of emotional or a bit of time in learning to use grateful for” exercise at the end social support. Yet it can also be these. of each day can be great for 42 www.urban-family.com Cut the Label The Necessary First Step to Effective Parenting By Stella Antakusuma

terms of unmet needs. In- volve them in the problem- solving process and think of solutions that can meet our needs and theirs. The princi- ple of participation states that ‘A person is more moti- vated to carry out a decision that he has participated in making than he is in a deci- sion that has been imposed on him by another.’ Positive labels result in fear of failure

On the other hand, calling abels are so ubiquitous our children grow into confi- Adam a ‘good’ boy when he in our daily conversa- dent and sociable adults. Yet, Instead of does his homework also has Ltions to describe our children who feel anxious in its perils. Placing undue pres- children – shy, rebellious, a new social situation, which seeing our sure on children can impede lazy – but they can also hurt. is common even amongst them from trying new things adults, are hastily labeled ‘an- children as or taking risks in the future. Sometimes labels are a way ti-social’ or ‘shy.’ These chil- culprits, think Some children who find it to rationalize misbehavior – dren may run the risk of hard to remain ‘good’ may Adam is lazy, therefore he over-identifying with the la- about their find themselves feeling emo- does not like to do his home- bels and lose the chance of negative tionally blackmailed and ma- work. Other times, they are breaking through their feel- behaviors in nipulated. used to motivate children to ings of anxiety. do as they are told. Sadly, fail- terms of unmet Positive reinforcement can ure to comply only invites Instead, what we should ac- needs be more effective if we focus more labels – Adam does not knowledge is that learning on the act and how it has a do as he is told, therefore he social rules takes time and a positive effect on us. Saying is also rebellious and irre- lot of practice. Given the helpful and self-motivated “You’ve completed the home- sponsible. right communication tools, change. Going back to the ex- work all by yourself! That these children may very well ample of Adam; the danger saves me a lot of time and ef- Labeling is a slippery slope thrive in a social group. Be an of constantly drilling the fort chasing after you” would and needs to be avoided at all effective consultant to them ‘lazy’ label into him is that he be more specific and it brings costs for the following rea- by first reflecting on their de- may eventually become re- out the helper in our chil- sons: velopmental milestones. signed to it. Over time, both dren. Share your values with them Adam and his parents will Labels impede and present them with rele- start to believe that ‘laziness’ // Stella Antakusuma is a certified vant skills to fill the knowl- is an inherent personality Parent Effectiveness Training character (PET) Instructor. PET is a globally edge gaps. flaw. So what started out as a recognized, skill-based training development temporary behavioral prob- program that helps parents to lem can become a permanent communicate more effectively with Labels their children. PET courses will be While it is true that children issue and spread into other offered in Shanghai in September are born with different per- reinforce aspects of his life beyond 2014. For more information, sonality traits that we need homework. please contact antakusuma@ negative yahoo.com.sg or log on to www. to acknowledge, premature behaviors virgoparenting.tumblr.com labeling can be counterpro- Instead of seeing our chil- ductive to their personal dren as culprits, think about growth. We often hope that Labeling does not produce a their negative behaviors in www.urban-family.com 43 well being Fight the Bite Keep Mosquitoes From Bugging You

hile many families vironments and using a per- We recommend Deep Woods that can happen are pain, red- leave town this methrin-treated mosquito net 25 percent mosquito repel- ness, swelling in the injection W summer, some un- over a bed at night will greatly lents, available in Shanghai. site and mild fever. It is con- welcome guests will be taking reduce mosquito bites. traindicated if you have fever, up residence in Shanghai – Do you recommend the Japa- tuberculosis, epilepsy, allergy mosquitoes. These pesky bugs Repellents that utilize 25-35 nese Encephalitis vaccine? to the vaccine, are immune- love Shanghai’s heat and hu- percent DEET as their active in- When should it be given and compromised or pregnant. midity and can make being gredient will also help. They what are the pros and cons of outdoors miserable. should be applied every four- the vaccine? If your child gets a bite, what six hours, especially before go- The risk in Shanghai for the is the best treatment for the We asked Dr. Lincoln Sakiara ing to sleep. mosquito-borne Japanese En- itching and swelling that fol- Miyasaka, a family medicine cephalitis is very small. If you lows? doctor at Shanghai United Which mosquito repellents are visiting areas outside ma- Wash with soap and water and Family Hospital, for advice on are safest for children? jor cities in Southeast Asia and use an ice or cold pack for cool- how to avoid becoming a mos- DEET is safe for kids above two South Asia for an extended pe- ing to reduce swelling. Topical quito magnet this summer. months of age and pregnant riod of time, particularly in ru- hydrocortisone creams, gels women, but care should be tak- ral areas where there are rice and lotions can decrease pruri- What are the best ways to en not to get it into the eyes or paddies or pigs, this vaccine is tus (itchiness). If the symp- prevent mosquito bites in mouth. recommended. toms are generalized, an oral children? antihistamine like cetirizine or Wearing protective clothing Are any recommended It can be given after eight loratadine can be used. Severe such as long-sleeved shirts and brands sold here in Shanghai months of age. If given at eight cases may need oral steroids. pants, closing windows and us- or should they be purchased months, a second dose is given ing air conditioning in hot en- abroad? at two years of age. Side effects 44 www.urban-family.com Poolside Safety Tips Ready, Set, Swim! By Samuel Hunt

afety for your children is important, and in a place S like Shanghai it means taking extra precautions. We give them bottled or filtered water, we make sure they wear a mask outside or have the air filters on inside, but when it comes to a swim at the pool, should we not be just as vigi- lant?

I have taught swimming for many years in Australia and Shanghai and I know that par- ents are always interested in how they can make their visits to the pool as safe as possible. There are several ways you can increase safety around water:

1. Make sure your children are aware of the pool rules and what is and is not safe. and check that it is up-to-date 2. Keep watch around water. Having constant with CPR qualifications and ei- Britannica International School, ther a working with children Shanghai is pleased to offer 3. Give your children swim- exposure to check or national police clear- the Royal Life Saving Society’s ming lessons from qualified water will help ance. If your child is attending Bronze Medallion course here in instructors. an international school, Shanghai, June 21-22. children be choose one with a strong, year- 4. Know what to do if an acci- comfortable round aquatics program. Hav- The RLSSA Bronze Medallion dent does happen. ing constant exposure to wa- is recognized as the minimum and safe in a ter will help children be com- standard for a qualified life- Each pool is different so it is swimming pool fortable and safe in a swim- saver. The award is recognized important to familiarize your- ming pool. internationally and is suitable self with a new pool and to be for parents, teachers who su- aware of any potential hazards Equally important, do not rely Finally, if an accident happens, pervise students around water, such as blind spots when su- on inflatable toys as life pre- know what to do. You may students or anyone looking to pervising children. Also, be on servers. They can deflate or want to enroll in a CPR course, work in the aquatics industry. the lookout for areas in the children can slip through, put- or better yet for aquatic situa- pool, which may suddenly be- ting children at risk. tions, see if you can find a The Bronze Medallion tests come deeper. Bronze Medallion or American swimming ability, teaches In addition, swimming lessons Red Cross water safety course water survival and rescue The current advice about su- will give your child the confi- available in your city. techniques and includes CPR pervision from the Royal Life dence and ability to enjoy the and first aid. Participants in the Saving Society in Australia is water, but also some aware- If you follow these simple course must be 14 years of age that it is the parent’s responsi- ness of the dangers involved. steps then you and your chil- and up. bility to watch their children, Lessons also teach skills, which dren will be able to enjoy the lifeguards are just there to may help them if they get into water this summer, no matter If you are interested in tak- save lives. At the age of four a tricky situation. where you are. ing part in this course please and under, the recommenda- contact Sam Hunt at samuel. tion is to always have your When enrolling your child in // Samuel Hunt is a P.E and [email protected]. child within arm’s reach. swimming lessons, always ask swim instructor at Britannica International School, Shanghai. to see a teacher’s qualification www.urban-family.com 45 wellbeingwell being Splish, Splash! Cool Pools Around Shanghai

Are you ready for some fun in the sun? We have your guide to the Hongkou city’s best Swimming Pool pools. Get The huge 1,400-sqm pool your beach can accommodate nearly bags ready. 600 swimmers, but even with all the space you might still get splashed. Luckily for those of you who prefer to Ambassy Club swim on the straight, ample Slides, fountains and pool play things galore, this former French lanes are provided. A few Concession private club turns into a child-magnet turn summer slides wind their way around time. Even with all the youngsters, the relatively refined atmos- as well. phere and good location keeps us coming back. Drop in during the week for a quieter experience. Open: July 1–August 31 Time: Daily 9am-9pm Open: Outdoor: May-October Cost: RMB35/person, plus Time: Mon-Fri 6am-10pm, Sat-Sun 8am-10pm RMB6 for medical needs Cost: RMB100/person, RMB3400/6-month membership Bund Beach // 500 Dongjiangwan Lu, by While small, our local ‘beach’ // 1500 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu (6437 Dong Tiyuhui Lu (5696 0676) down by the water, more 9800 ext 133, www.ambasyclub.com.cn) specifically the Cool Docks, has enough to pack in for a full day – especially on Sun- days. Sand courts for volley- ball, lounge beds, meal and drink options, plus a small pool to cool off in. Once en- try is paid, guests can come Jinshan Urban and go as they please. Beach Open: May-Dec None of the phoney fake Time: Daily 10am-10pm sand stuff here; if you want Cost: 50 RMB/person to dive into the sea, frolic in Transportation: A quick cab the waves and enjoy fresh ride from metro line 9 Xion- Dino Beach seafood, take the trip out to anmen Station. It’s no Wet‘n Wild Waterpark, but decent enough. You’ll find a this Shanghai suburb. smorgasbord of slides, a lazy river, inner tubes to float down the // The Cool Docks, Wharf 1846, lazy river with and, of course, hundreds and hundreds of peo- Open: June-September 421 Waimu Lu, by Maojiayuan ple. There are lifeguards on deck but we recommend you steer Time: 8am-9pm Lu (180 1640 6805) clear on weekends for your sanity. Cost: Free entry Transportation: Take Metro Open: June 20-early Sep Line 1 to Jinjiang Action Park Time: Daily 10am-11pm (summer time only) Station, transfer to Shinmei Bus Cost: RMB100-200/person depending on day, free for kids un- and take a taxi at the terminal. der .8m // 5 Xincheng Lu, by Huhang // 78 Xinzhen Lu, by Gudai Lu (6478 3333, dinobeach.com.cn) Gong Lu (5795 3918)

46 www.urban-family.com Le Meridien Sheshan Dive into the divine. Located right on the edge of a nation- ally-protected forest, gaze onto the greenery from the Mandarine City edge of their infinity pool or With a swim-up bar that the real sand beach. They do serves both drinks and food, a great weekend buffet deal, and featuring a relatively making the lush lounging all large water space, this is a hot the more delightful. spot for pool parties. Come early if you want to get a Open: Outdoor: May-October chair or even a space for your Oasis Riviera Time: 10am-7pm towel. For the Gubei bunch, it’s not as nice as its next-door neighbor, Cost: RMB300/adult, RMB150 but easier to get into. Here you’ll find a great family atmos- child aged 3+ Open: June-October phere. Big Blue Sunday brunch: Time: Daily 7.30am-9pm Sunday’s full of sloshing, this Cost: RMB80/adult Open: July-Sep brunch features over 300 Time: 10am-8.30pm daily kinds of cuisine, champagne //788 Hongxu Lu, by Huaguang Cost: Free entry for members, RMB60 per non-member and best of all – pool access. Lu (6405 0404 ext. 8612) // 883 Shuicheng Lu, by Tianshan Lu (3208 2003) RMB498/adults, RMB139/ child 4-12

Portman Ritz-Carlton Yanlord Riverside // 1288 Linyin Xin Lu, by Nothing less than chic Shenzhuangjiasong Lu (5779 Garden, Hongqiao 9999, starwoodhotels.com) and swanky, you’ll be part of the privileged Possibly the best if you claim a sunny pool in Hongqiao, spot here. Despite be- the outdoor pool is ing smack in the sky- huge and there’s scraper-filled city center, the regal Riviera still also a man-made gets plenty of sunshine. beach. Pays to know someone to get in, as entry is affordable. A for- Open: June-Sept eign convenience store over the road stocks well- Time: 6am-11pm priced food and drink and poolside treats. Cost: Members only RMB35,00 annual family health club mem- Open: Mid-June to mid-September bership includes 2 adults and 1 child. Time: 9am-9pm // 7/F, Portman Ritz-Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Cost: Free for members, RMB80/guest of member Lu, by Xikang Lu (6279 8888 ext 5922) // 388 Furongjiang Lu, by Tianshan Lu (5206 9188)

JW Marriott (outdoor and indoor) Conveniently located in the center of the city, the outdoor pool is shallow and tiny, mak- ing this location better for a sophisticated snooze and tan.

Open: June-October (outdoor) Time: 6am–11pm (for both outdoor and indoor) Cost: Weekdays RMB200/per- son, Weekends RMB300/per- son (Price includes access to gym, sauna, and shower)

// 399 Nanjing Xi Lu, by Huangpi Bei Lu (5359 4969, www.marriott.com)

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Brunch and Bunnies East er at the Garden Party

wesome Kid’s Club and the InterContinental Shanghai Expo celebrated Easter with a festive garden party on April 20. Excited kids marked the end of a rainy week by putting on their detective hats and searching the grassy lawns and gardens Aas part of a giant egg hunt. They also took part in fun activities like tug-o-war, egg and spoon races and egg tosses that left kids with smiles as large as the bunny faces they painted over brunch.

Parents had a good time stuffing themselves over a lavish lunch while helping the little ones with Easter favorites like egg painting and chocolate bunny decorations. Even babies and toddlers got into the action, playing with toys on soft mats laid out on the grass lawn and, of course, playing in the Urban Family jumping castle. Some lucky families may have left with cash and other prizes awarded at the Raffle and Rowe car trivia quiz, but everyone was a winner at this festive Easter celebration.

A big thank you to all of the sponsors for making this Easter one that families in Shanghai will never forget!

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SCIS Hongqiao hosted its 11th Annual Invention Convention With spring here again, YCIS Shanghai students with students showing ingenuity are celebrating outdoors with Sports and Carnival and innovation in their creations. Days. All four campuses of YCIS, Puxi and Pudong Grade 5 students across all SCIS have been throwing events dedicated to encourage campuses were encouraged to teamwork, physical activity and, most importantly, think both independently and fun. From creative relays and time puzzles to bas- out of the box during the de- ketball and mini golf, the campuses have been sign process and impressed the hosting a large variety of activities for all students, judges on the day of the annual parents and staff to enjoy. event.

YK Pao School officially opens its Senior Secondary Division in September, offering international curric- ula: IGCSE at Year 10 and the IB Diploma Program at Year 11-12. In May the bilingual school hosted a me- dia day to show off the school’s facilities and unique boarding system.

Dulwich College Shanghai recently kicked off the “Justin Kim Baroque to Basics tour of 7 Dulwich Colleges” across Asia. Singers from both the stu- dent and adult choirs of Dulwich College were supported by the Shanghai Baroque Orchestra and put on a successful show.

On April 19, the Little Scholar Academy celebrated the Easter holiday with myriad festive activities. Be sure to check out Little Scholar Academy’s booth at the Urban Family and That’s Shanghai Mini World Cup Carnival on June 14 and 15.

On April 29, delegations from both international and Chinese schools throughout China congregated at Concordia International School Shanghai’s Pudong Campus to listen and Now welcoming entries from Dulwich College be inspired by co-founder and campuses in Suzhou, Beijing and Seoul, the CEO of Me to We and charity Shanghai campus held its much-anticipated partner Free The Children, Marc D’Oscars 2014 on April 25. The objective was to Kielburger. Marc headlined the enhance children’s imagination by advocating event with a keynote speech cen- literacy and storytelling through the medium of tered around social innovation filmmaking. This year’s theme – Superheroes – and service in youth education. attracted both locals and far-comers alike, and was overall a grand success.

50 www.urban-family.com “Skills Make Dreams Come True” is the motto of New Pathway Education. With the success of the 6th Jinzhi Cup Students’ Skills Show on May 15th, the Changning District Primary Vocational School has raised great awareness for its slogan. The event brought attention the special student participants’ aptitude and spirit, and expressed the school’s ambition in aiding children with special needs through friendly competitions and hands-on lessons for daily skills

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Shanghai Tang Urban Family Parent’s Lunch With the city of Shanghai In April, the magazine hosted at the root of its inspira- its inaugural parents’ lunch at tion, Shanghai Tang se- Shanghai Slims with guest speaker lected Biyun International Stella Antakusuma, a certified Community to launch its Parent Effective Training (PET) new concept retail shop instructor. Parents learned about Shanghai Tang City Outlet. building more positive relation- Apparel for women, men ships with their children. The bi- and children alike, with the monthly lunch series aims to bring together local parenting resources to addition of jewelry and home decor, the Shanghai Tang Jinqiao Outlet the Shanghai community. Thank you to sponsor 21 Cake for the take-home is suitable for people of all ages. treats for parents. See events for details for the next event on June 24. EVENTs Submit your events listing to [email protected]

JUNE 14&28 陕西南路 (6067 7888) or 3-4.30pm. // 2250RMB/week or 500RMB/ and 14-17. Classes are RMB16,000 Morton’s Steakhouse, 4/F, ifc Mall, 8 day, 10am-4pm (daily). Awesome from Monday to Saturday. Times to Market: Andaz Weekend Market Shiji Dadao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu 世纪 Kid’s Club (5403 9916, info@ be determined. Andaz Xintiandi has teamed up with 大道8号, 国金中心IFC商场4楼, 近陆 awesomekidsclub.com.cn). 1. Summit // Concordia International School, 999 Amelia of Jiashan Markets for this 家嘴环路 (6075 8888) Club House: Suite B106, Lane 99, Mingyue Lu, by Huangyang Lu浦东 bi-weekly market featuring over Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, by Anfu Lu汇 明月路999号, 近黄杨路 (5899 0380, 20 vendors of community minded 贤居会所, 徐汇区乌鲁木齐中路99弄 summerschool@concordiashanghai. goodies. JUNE 16-AUGUST 22 B106室 2. Ambassy Club, 1500 Huaihai org). Free entry, 11am-4pm. Andaz Zhong Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu徐 Xintiandi, 88 Songshan Lu, by Huaihai Iconx Skating Camp 汇区淮海中路1500号, 近乌鲁木齐路 3. Zhong Lu 上海市黄浦区嵩山路88 The Shanghai skateboarding InterContinental Shanghai Expo, 1188 JUNE 18-19 号,近淮海中路 (2310 1234, www. institution will hold week-long Xueye Lu, by Shibo Didao浦东雪野路 andazshanghai.com) skateboarding camps visiting 1188号, 近世博大道 YCIS Summer Concerts Shanghai’s top skating venues YCIS is showcasing their newly throughout the summer. Suitable formed orchestra and choir, as well JUNE 15 for kids 5 to 18 years old. JUNE 17-JULY 12 as ensemble and solo performances // RMB1,800/week. iconx, 1415 Suzhou of various traditional and classical Class: Father’s Day Cooking Class Nan Lu, by Chengdu Bei Lu 静安区南 New York Film Academy Camp repertoire. Dads and kids will work together 苏州路1415号4F, 近成都北路 (www. Concordia hosts The New York Film // Free entry, Century Park starts at under the watchful eye of Morton iconx.cn) Academy for this digital filmmaking 5pm; 1433 Dongxiu Lu, by Jinhe Lu chefs to create signature dishes and camp perfect for any aspiring 浦东东绣路1433号, 近锦和路 (5045 even try their hand at mixology. Awesome Summer Camp 2014 Spielbergs out there. Participants 6475). Gubei starts at 7pm, Gubei RMB218 plus 10 percent/two, Join the Awesome Kid’s Club will learn how to write, shoot and Campus: 18 Ronghua Xi Lu, by 11.30am-3pm. Morton’s Steak and summer camp and participate in direct a short three-minute film Hongqiao Lu长宁区水城路11号, 近虹 Seafood Grille, 4/F, iapm Mall, 999 a number of bilingual activities while touching equally on the 桥路 (6242 3243). Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan from sports to creative arts to team technical and creative sides of film. Lu 淮海中路999号环贸广场4楼, 近 building and so much more. Separated into two groups: 10-13

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Concert: Piano & Cello Fighting Show Classical has never been so comedic as cellist Laurent Cirade duels with pianist Paul Staicu for the crowd’s attention while touching on songs from Stravinsky to the Bee Gees. // RMB80-380, 7.30pm. Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan’an Dong Lu, by Xizang Nan Lu 延安东路523号, 近西 藏南路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

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Concert: Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra Since 1946, the Chicago Youth Symphony has offered top-notch performances and provided music e ducation to Chicagao-era teen musicians. Expect to hear Stravinsky and an interpretation of Zhou Long’s ‘The Rhythm of Taigu’. // RMB80-180, 7.30pm. Shanghai Oriental Art Centre, 425 Dingxiang Lu, by Yingchun Lu 丁香路425号, 近 迎春路 (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn)

Festival: Fete de la Musique Shanghai’s going to be in a musical mood when this worldwide celebration of music returns to the city for the fifth straight year. Expect plenty of free concerts and music performances, from Pudong to Songjiang, from large outdoor public spaces to intimate cafes. M June 24 on the Bund is celebrating with a concert for children by the North Urban Family Parenting Lunch Brass Quintet. Don’t let your expat kids grow up in a financial bubble. Parents know money doesn’t grow on trees, but // Free entry, various venues. (www. children often don’t understand the value of money. Learn how to teach your kids financial skills when they faguowenhua.com) are young to help them grow into responsible adults. Join us as life skills experts Yuliana Chernomord and Jeff Tan share financial tips and tools for kids of all ages at the second in a series of parenting lunches hosted by Urban Family. JUNE 22 // RMB88 for three courses, 11.30am-1.30pm, Sinan Mansions, Shanghai Slims, Block 26D, 523 Fuxing Lu, by Sinan Lu 思南公馆, 复兴西路523号26D, 近思南路(Space is limited, please RSVP to [email protected]). Charity: Adopt a Grandparent BEAN invites volunteers to help out with their elderly cre program. Spend the afternoon playing afternoon tea at the Pudong in Shanghai is pleased to announce Celebrate the land of Canucks mahjong and afternoon games Shangri-la. Pick between a Western that the tradition continues and at this family friendly festival while sharing some love with some or Asian afternoon tea and relax they will be holding yet another taking place at the Bund Beach. often-forgotten residents in this to an afternoon of top eats and Independence Day Celebration on Expect plenty of live music and elderly care center. soothing ballads. Saturday, June 28, 2014 at Sofitel entertainment with plenty of // 1.30-4.30pm. RSVP by e-mailing RMB328 plus 15 percent service Shanghai Sheshan Oriental. scrumptious food and drink [email protected] with charge, XX-XXm. Pudong Shangri-La, //350RMB/adult AmCham Shanghai options. There’s a Children’s Corner “Adopt a Grandparent - June 22” in 33 Fucheng Lu, by Lujiazui Ring Lu 富 member; 450 RMB/adult non- that will get the little ones involved the subject. 城路33号�近陆家嘴环路 member; 180 RMB/children from in all of the fun. 4-12; Free entry/children under 3, // RMB100-150, 1.30-7pm. The 3pm-8pm, Sofitel Shanghai Sheshan Bund Beach, 421 Waima Lu, by JUNE 29 JUNE 28 Oriental, 3388 Sijing Town Sichen Maojiayuan Lu外马路421号�近毛家 Lu 上海东方佘山索菲特大酒店�松 园路 (6075 8797, project@cancham. Festival: 2014 AmCham Shanghai Pets: Best Friends China Pet 江区镇泗陈公路3388弄 (6279-7119 asia) Independence Day Celebration “Stars Adoption Day ext. 5289, linda.wanglin@amcham- & Stripes” Head down to the Pourquoi shanghai.org) America’s 238th birthday is Pet Café in Minhang and add Concert: Harvard Krokodiloes right around the corner, and The a cute little addition to the Festival: Canada Day Harvard’s renowned acapella American Chamber of Commerce household while helping out this group will soundtrack a decadent 52 www.urban-family.com JULY 1-AUG 28 great organization that places paid ones range from RMB50-980. Paige Cultural Society, Suite 801, 201 rescued pets into loving homes. // For a full program and more Chengjiaqiaozhi Lu, by Hongmei Kids Clay Adventure Camp All adoptable cats and dogs are information, visit www.misa.org.cn Lu 闵行区程家桥支路201号, 近虹梅 Kids will get their hands dirty vaccinated, spayed or neutered and 路 (136 3637 9952, maria_ketso@ creating animals and figurines in de-wormed to ensure they are in yahoo.com) this pottery workshop. All materials heqalthy condition. JULY 5 included and classes must be used Free entry, 11am-3pm. Pourquoi Pet by the end of August. Café, 3585 Yindu Lu, by Humin Lu 银 BBQ: Paulaner Expo // RMB1,200/eight classes, 2-3.30pm. JUNE 23-27 都路3585号, 近沪闵路 (147 8258 8576, Paulaner Expo hosts this monthly The Pottery Workshop, 1A, Lane 180, [email protected]) BBQ featuring reshly grilled Read Write Shanghai Summer Camp Shaanxi Nan Lu, by Changle Lu 静安 suckling pig and prime rib off the The Read Write school host the 区陕西南路180弄1号,近长乐路 (6445 bone with assorted all-you-can- Under the Sea Camp designed for 0902, www.potteryworkshop.org) JULY 1-AUGUST 15 eat starters, salads and drinks. six-to-ten year-olds to stimulate a Children under 10 eat for free. love of words. JZ School Summer Camps RMB238, 5.30-9pm. Paulaner – Expo, // RMB300/day, weekdays, 1.30- JULY 4-18 The prestigious JZ school is offering 3/F, 555 Shibo Dadao, by Guozhan Lu 3.30pm. Read Write Shanghai, a variety of summer camps from 世博大道555号3楼, 近国展路 (2206 Lane 1196 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Music in the Summer Air the sensory ‘Let’s Music’ for 0555, [email protected]) Shaanxi Nan Lu 复兴中路, 陕西 The summer music classical festival children to ballet classes to musical 南路 (readwriteshanghai.com, returns for a series of concerts in theatre camp. Older kids can even [email protected]) parks in Puxi and Pudong. Some of try engineering at the school’s JULY 7-19 the more family-friendly highlights professional studio. Prices range include a performance of Mozart’s from RMB1,800 to 8,800 depending Ballet Summer Camp The Magic Flute on July 5, a on the subject. Paige Cultural Society’s senior multimedia concert of BBC’s Planet // JZ School, Lane 280, 12 Wukang Lu, Russian ballet professor Lianna Earth on July 7, a performance by by Hunan Lu 徐汇区武康路280弄 Bychkova leads this immersive the Shanghai Youth Choir on July 12号,近湖南路 (5403 6475, info@jz- two-week camp that will reveal 13 and a MISA Students Fair on July school.com) the secrets of Swan Lake and caps 14, among many elegant options. off with a ballet finale. Some of the concerts are free and // RMB3,800-6,800, 10am-4pm.

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’ve lived in Beijing for eight see their offspring. I would say years. I feel I know a fair bit mornings too, but I imagine Iabout the local culture. But when most parents go to work, I’m still dogged by one burning the kids are still sleeping off question: When the hell is their big night. Chinese bedtime? Also, most Chinese schools still In fact I’m not sure there is enforce naptime up until what such a thing. Sometimes I we laowais would consider an swear these kids, most of inordinately late age. whom are only children thanks Obviously a few hours’ sleep in to China’s one-child policy, are the afternoon is great for rest so indulged they themselves and recharging. But it’s not all get to decide when they feel about the teachers – the kids like hitting the sack. get to rest too.

For a foreign stay-at-home party will you not put me to Still, the whole thing just parent, it’s galling, perplexing Maybe it’s bed?!” seems to confront the natural and a bit humiliating. All order. Kids are supposed to go afternoon, I keep one eye on because the My wife, a doctor and early to bed and maybe sneak out my watch as I calculate the beds in China childhood specialist, gives for a glass of water late on. countdown to dinner and the seminars here on how to get Adults stay up late. evening shambles. The aim is are so hard, no babies and toddlers to sleep. to get food on the table around one can find it They always attract lots of In China there are rules for six, get the kids into the bath people. None of them are ever everything. Every time you go by seven, and lights out by in their heart Chinese. to a park, for example, you 7.30. During the meal that eye to order a child have to observe a big sign keeps returning to the clock. Maybe it’s because the beds in illustrating “The 83 Don’ts.” So into one China are so hard, no one can why hasn’t the Chinese Once our girls are sent to find it in their heart to order a government instituted an dreamland I’ll sometimes go child into one. Maybe it’s official Chinese bedtime? We out. As I go, I’ll usually pass “Oh. Fair enough then.” Beijing’s air pollution, which don’t have to be draconian some local kids my daughters’ means the children are still about it. Maybe 8.30pm? This age playing in our compound’s “No – they’re asleep, man! Like buzzing on carbon dioxide late way I could swim laps without playground. Sometimes I’ll they were two hours ago!” at night. Maybe it’s because colliding with an inflatable come home about 10.30pm they are told Chinese folk lobster. And when I stumble and see there are still Chinese I arrive at the pool and am met stories, which often involve home from a late night, I kids out playing. not by the sight of adults some sort of creature, let’s say wouldn’t be hounded by splashing through laps, but by a crane, which morphs into hordes of jeering seven-year- I often go to our compound a two-year-old boy. There he is something else and does olds on the swings. pool to swim in the evening. I in his floatation ring in the something funny – let’s say a went the other night at water with a gaggle of old rabbit with knives for fingers // Trevor Marshallsea was a foreign 9.30pm, and my Chinese relatives around him. They coo that slices children to bits in correspondent in Beijing in the 1990s friend at the front desk asked and smile and take photos. He their beds. and returned a decade later. This in bewilderment: looked back at them, time around he stays at home to grow screaming and crying his eyes No, I know the logic behind the kids. Read more of his domestic “Hey, where are the kids?” out. Really loudly. why Chinese children stay up adventures at www.thetigerfather. later than foreigners. Many com. “Where do you think they’d If my translation of baby have two working parents and be?” say I. “They’re down the Mandarin is any good, he was are cared for by grandparents, pub watching football!” saying: “This is freaking so evenings are the main freezing! For the love of the chance Mum and Dad have to

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