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This semester for an after school activity at Concordia, Emerysn chose Spirit Choir. She loves to sing and she gets to sing with her friends, a perfect fit. Since it is the Holiday season, the Choir performed at two hotels for the lighting of the tree. Ms […]
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Eleri’s Christmas party for her class was a fun time for all the children. There was more food than 20 children could possible eat. They had a game of “make the snowman”. The children paired off into two’s. One child was the snowman maker and the other child was the snowman. […]
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The Community Center Shanghai’s annual Giving Tree project was established to help the migrant school children. The Concordia Girl Scouts became involved with the Giving Tree program five years ago. Each scout brings home a bag to fill with a winter coat, shoes, socks, hat, gloves, school supplies and a toy. About 450 gift […]
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Barnaby Bear came home with Eleri from school today. This is Barnaby’s first visit to our home for a “sleep over”. Elle was so excited to bring him home on the bus. Barnaby bear comes home with a big red book for the children to draw a picture. Eleri […]
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At Elle’s school, DUCKS, the children were able to wear costumes to school. Elle wanted to be a cat. Therefore, I made a trip to Hongqiao to the Holiday House to see what I could find. The result was this adorable little kitty! The girls also dressed up their American girls, […]
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Eleri had Sport Day at Dulwich which has been on the calendar for a month. I knew I wouldn’t be there as the ladies were off on our “pot” buying trip. I had Jim book 9:00 to 10:00 in his work calendar so he would’t forget. At this age, it is so important to […]
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We received last minute notice that Emerysn’s class is leading chapel on Tuesday at 8:15 am. She will also be singing with the choir. OK, new plan for the day as Jim is the only parent at home to represent both our children at two different schools back to back and no car. I […]
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To end UN week, the children have a parade in their home country’s dress. This is much easier for many countries, but the Americans, Australian and a few others don’t have a national costume. Elle is wearing the same dress she wore last year. However, I did stock up at Claire’s after the 4th […]
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At Eleri’s school, Dulwich, it is United Nations (UN) week. The children learn about various countries. Each class decorates their room based on a different country. This year, Elle’s class is representing Africa. Elle’s teacher, Miss Horsey, had visit Tanzania this summer. The class has also been corresponding with children at the Amani Home […]
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Every year at Emmy’s school, Concordia, the children have the opportunity to enjoy Fall Carnival. It is 100% organized by the PSA (Parent Support Association) and the parents. Games are set up around the soccer field for the children to play. They can win small prizes and candy as they play the games. It […] |