Traditional Dress and Dance Shenzhen EduCare au pairs enjoyed learning about traditional Chinese culture by dressing up in traditional outfits and learning a local dance style. Apply now Trying on traditional Chinese outfits Traditional Chinese outfits vary significantly between the different ethnic groups and regions in China – making the Read more…
Deqing flower festival Hangzhou EduCare au pairs enjoyed a trip to Deqing for the annual flower festival, a huge celebration of the local flora and culture. Apply now Deqing flower festival Every year in spring, the small county of Deqing hosts a spectacular flower festival on the peaceful Xiazhu wetlands Read more…
Seal Carving Shenzhen EduCare au pairs enjoyed a fun afternoon carving traditional Chinese seals! Apply now The history of Chinese seals Chinese seals have over 3700 years of history, and are still used today to stamp official documents and sign important letters. You will also see traditional Chinese seals stamped Read more…
Tea Ceremony Shenzhen EduCare au pairs learnt about the traditional Chinese tea culture, tasting delicious local teas! Apply now The history of Chinese tea Tea has been drunk in China since the 2nd century BC. One legend goes that, while traveling with his army, the emperor was thirsty and asked Read more…
Dumpling making Shenzhen EduCare au pairs enjoyed a relaxing afternoon making dumplings in preparation for Chinese New Year! Apply now The meaning of dumplings In China, dumplings (饺子) originated from northern China and are believed to bring good luck and prosperity, due to their unusual shape resembling ancient gold ingots. Read more…
Opera Mask Making Shenzhen EduCare au pairs enjoyed a fun afternoon making traditional Chinese opera masks! Apply now The history of opera masks One of the traditional art forms in Chinese culture, opera has been around for centuries and exists in a variety of styles across China. Common to all Read more…
Halloween Party Shenzhen EduCare au pairs celebrated Halloween with a fun meet up and party! Apply now Halloween meet-up In As Halloween is not commonly celebrated in China, our Shenzhen au pairs met up for a fun afternoon of arts and crafts followed by heading out to a party, They Read more…
Mid-Autumn Festival Shenzhen EduCare au pairs celebrated the mid-Autumn festival by making traditional mooncakes and paper lanterns! Apply now Mid-Autumn Festival The Mid-Autumn Festival is held on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, and traditionally celebrates the successful harvest. It is an opportunity for the whole family to Read more…