Several experienced teachers from diverse teaching backgrounds have
come together to launch
Jumpstarters
playgroups. In bilingual (English and
Mandarin) playgroups, kids will benefit from a phonetically designed curriculum
with hands-on activities based on Harvard professor Howard Gardner’s Theory
of Multiple Intelligences and the Early Years Foundation Stages. Visit
www.jumpstarters.hk
,
or call 6746 6194 to book a free trial lesson now. Two
lucky readers will each win ten playgroup sessions, worth $2,200, which can
all be used at either the Prince Edward or Discovery Bay locations. Email
playtimes@ppp.com.hk
by 31 January and include “Win Jumpstarters” in
the subject line.
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Pitter Painter
provides an inspiring and nurturing atmosphere where children can learn
to paint and unleash their natural creativity. Children will have fun drawing, painting
and letting their imagination run free. In small classes, children work on developmentally
appropriate projects, where they take a central idea, make it their own and go as far as
their imagination and loads of paint will take them. Pitter Painter has recently expanded
and can now be found at the YWCA, The Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, Hong Kong
Football Club, and Bradbury School. To learn more, visit
www.pitterpainterhk.com
.
Paint
a picture
Chinese
chic
Led by a team of Hongkongers who are passionate about Chinese culture,
Hulu 10
designs
contemporary Chinese-style casual wear. “Hulu” is the Mandarin word for bottle gourd – an
auspicious motif in Chinese mythology, whilst “10” is the boutique’s street number. Hulu
10’
s winter range includes a collection of Chinese tunics and padded jackets, along
with Asian-cut tops, casual bags, kids’ clothes and homewares. All items are originally
designed, infused with a Chinese element, and suitable for contemporary mixing and
matching. Fabrics are mostly hand-washable and iron-free – ideal for travelling. Visit the
shop at 10 Glenealy Street, Central, or learn more online at
www.hulu10.com
.
Launched in September 2012,
Williams &
Brown
is a boutique company specialising
in creating beautiful cakes using premium,
imported ingredients. The hand-made
range of cakes, cupcakes and decorated
biscuits can be customised to suit your
occasion. Williams & Brown have worked
with corporate and private clients for baby
showers, birthdays, Chinese New Year
celebrations and farewell parties. Everything
is made fresh to order from quality
ingredients. You can choose the flavour and
mix and match the icing for a truly bespoke
cake. Visit
www.williamsandbrownhk.com
.
Bespoke
baking
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Playtimes