Intro to Chinese

Ni hao, little explorers! 🌟 Embark on a fascinating journey into the world of Chinese language with "Intro to Chinese." In this multi-week series, kids will dive into the basics of Mandarin, discovering how to greet friends, count numbers, and identify vibrant colors. Along the way, kids will develop phonetic skills while connecting with a culture rich in history and tradition.

This engaging series will have children practicing greetings, mastering numbers, and recognizing colors all while enjoying colorful crafts and exciting challenges. By the end of the series, not only will your child have a foundational grasp of Chinese, but they will also carry a newfound appreciation for language learning and cultural exploration. 🌈

About Tina

Global Culture & Business Educator with Culinary Expertise

Tina brings a rich tapestry of global experiences to her teaching. A native Mandarin speaker from China, she is also fluent in Cantonese and English. Tina's international travels and studies have given her a unique perspective that enhances her diverse classes, ranging from Chinese Calligraphy and Culture Festivals to Social Etiquette and Dessert Pairing. With a BA in Business Management from UCSC, an MBA from Golden Gate University, and a culinary degree from Le Cordon Bleu, Tina combines academic excellence with practical skills. She has a profound appreciation for working with children, developed through teaching English at a summer camp for five years and volunteering at a Special Needs Children Center for four years. An animal lover, Tina also volunteers at elephant sanctuaries in Thailand and Kenya. Her warmth and multifaceted background make her an exceptional educator dedicated to enriching the lives of her students.

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What Parents Are Saying

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We LOVED everything about Grasshopper! The customer service experience was exceptional! I felt like so much intentionality was taken to ensure that the activity would be both age appropriate and fun for my kids. Our experience leader was so easy going and chatted with the kids during the experience, and really took the time to engage and get to know them. We are definitely going to be using Grasshopper again! Thank you!
Mandi B.
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Grasshopper offered my daughter an opportunity to learn in a vibrant, fun setting that was continuously customized for her attention span and interests. Her Grasshopper teacher was fun, engaging and supremely personable. She took the time to get to know my daughter before diving into anything. I felt more than comfortable leaving my daughter in such capable hands…and love that she truly learned some new things from the experience. We will be using Grasshopper regularly to broaden her horizons and expose her to new concepts in a safe and compelling way. The icing on the cake is that the experience took place in our home, at a time that was convenient for us!
Lauren G.
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Our Grasshopper experience was amazing! I have four very curious kids at different ages with different interests, and the experience had all four of them engaged the whole time. Also, as an educator, I was very impressed with how the teacher led the program. She obviously knew what she was doing, and the minute she left, my kids were asking for another experience.
Sarah L.

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