While quarantine-free travel may be now possible for Singaporeans, albeit to selected overseas destinations, those who choose to spend the year-end school holidays locally will have no lack of activities to keep kids occupied.
In particular, the 3-day KINEX Holiday Camp, which returns for its second edition, will give your child an opportunity to learn a bit about different countries’ cultures. Of course, activities that transcend cultural boundaries are in store too! The best part is you can let your child try them all in one venue, without having to travel abroad.
#1 Dance to The K-Pop Beat
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Fascinated by those viral TikTok dance covers of Korean hits like DDU-DU DDU-DU by BLACKPINK or Permission to Dance by BTS? You child can now learn cool K-Pop moves in DCA’s K-Pop dance class as part of the KINEX Holiday Camp. The class focuses on showmanship and execution of movement to ensure that you feel like a star by the end of the class.
For enquiries on other dance classes available at DCA, including classes for adults: 
Tel: 6909 9753 
Web: <a style="color: #000080;" href="https://www.distinctca.com.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.distinctca.com.sg/</a>
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#2 From Japanese Manga to Afro-Peruvian Sounds
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Covering a broad range of genres, Japanese manga has captivated audiences of all ages worldwide. Whether your kids like kawaii characters, such as those in Kirby or Animal Crossing, or more ethereal ones a la Sailor Moon, they can learn techniques to draw their favourite manga characters in the Hands-on Manga Art class conducted by Fine Momentum.
Then switch over to a music class to get hands-on in the basics of rhythmic Cajon playing. The percussion instrument, which looks like a crate or box, has its roots in Spanish colonies in the Americas. History records that 18-century African slaves in Peru created the cajon to play folk music at a time when actual musical instruments like drums were prohibited. 
For enquiries on other available classes at Fine Momentum: 
Tel: 6341 6088 
Web: <a style="color: #000080;" href="https://www.finemomentum.com.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.finemomentum.com.sg/</a>
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#3 The Art of Chinese Craftsmanship
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China boasts a rich history in oriental crafts and we often purchase them as souvenirs during our travels to the country. This holiday, let your child immerse in Chinese culture – infused with Singapore heritage – through handicraft. First-Step Education, which focuses on Multiple Intelligence-based learning, will nurture your child’s visual intelligence (Picture Smart) through their Chinese Cultural Craft Class. Get to experience a form of Chinese handicraft that uses clay to make pop-up art of various characters or local cuisines.
For enquiries on other cultural classes at First-Step Education: 
Tel: 6241 5178 
Web: <a style="color: #000080;" href="http://firststepeducation.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://firststepeducation.net/</a>
 
#4 Learn the English Game of Darts
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Did you know that the game of darts originated from England? A World Darts Championship has also been held in the country annually since 1994. Kids can develop their skills at I Darts’ Junior Dart Trials and learn the basics of throwing darts. They can also explore the entertaining kinds of dart games with different strategies to win in this workshop. Though the game is easy to pick up, enthusiasts will soon realise that there’s a lot to learn, apart from improving one’s aim – with even some mental math involved!
For more information visit: <a href="https://www.idarts.com.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.idarts.com.sg/</a>
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#5 Kick Up the Festive Mood with Music
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Want to be immersed in the holiday mood? Let there be music; better yet if it’s performed by your child. With the session conducted by Aureus Academy, even music beginners will get to learn how to play a new instrument, such as piano, guitar or violin, in a day and learn a Christmas song or two along the way! 
For enquiries on other available classes at Aureus Academy: 
Tel: 3165 5072 
Web: <a style="color: #000080;" href="https://www.aureusacademy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.aureusacademy.com/</a>
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Liven the mood further with a Drum 101 lesson conducted by Drum Tutor, where students will be introduced to a drum set, learn some basic grooves, and finally, jam to some popular songs. Drum Tutor’ curriculum is conceptualised by award-winning drummer Er Chow Kiat and lessons are solely based on the pace of the student&#8217;s learning ability whether is it learning a new song, working on grading examination materials or breaking down a certain groove or rhythmic pattern.
For enquiries on other classes available at Drum Tutor: 
Tel: 9666 4979 
Web: <a style="color: #000080;" href="https://www.drumtutor.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.drumtutor.sg/</a>
 
#6 Begin Your Journey Into the World of Technology
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In our increasingly technologically driven world, learning Coding and Robotics can help prepare your child for the future economy, not to mention, develop problem solving skills. In this one-hour workshop conducted by The Lab, students will be introduced to Coding and Robotics in a fun and interactive way. Let them apply analytical and logical thinking skills when they learn to programme a robot to complete simple yet fun challenges.
For enquiries on other classes at The Lab: 
Tel: 8767 4557 
Web: <a style="color: #000080;" href="https://www.thelab.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.thelab.sg/</a>
 
#7 Festive Crafts Reminiscent of European Christmas Markets
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Come wintertime, Christmas markets like those in Prague, Budapest or Strasbourg will be filled with holiday shoppers looking for the best festive gifts. And personalised and handcrafted items are usually popular picks. Rather than buying such gifts, why not let your child learn to make their own? For 7- to 9-year-old kids, they will get to create unique festive designs on a tote bag to bring home after! The 10- to 12-year-olds can try out soap making in unique shapes ranging from animals, florals, to fruits.
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Enroll your child for KINEX Holiday Camp today!
Dates: 
8 to 10 Dec 2021 for 7 to 9 years old 
15 to 17 Dec 2021 for 10 to 12 years old
Time: 10am – 3pm daily
Programme fee: $400 per pax, worth $700, lunch included 
* Early Bird Promo at $350 per pax from now till 11 Nov 2021. Limited slots available.
Lunch will be provided by the following participating F&amp;B outlets: 
• Blimpie 
• Fatburger &amp; Buffalo’s 
• Rocky Master 
• Kucina Italian Restaurant
Tickets are available for purchase via Customer Service Counter on level 2 (cash payment) or www.kinex.com.sg (via PayPal).
Participants will also get to enjoy the following freebies with your Holiday Camp passes:
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<li>FREE Single Scoop of Cookies &amp; Cream Gelato at Paradiddle Gelato</li>
<li>FREE Drink from Little Red Dot Tea</li>
<li>FREE Slice of Cake at Kith Café</li>
<li>$10 game pass at Tokyo Games Station</li>
<li>1-for-1 Classis Gel Manicure for Parent and child at For Duchess, By Duke</li>
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For more information on Holiday Camp at KINEX, visit <a href="https://www.kinex.com.sg/event/255" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.kinex.com.sg/event/255</a> 
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Joyful Surprises @ UOL Malls (5 Nov to 26 Dec 2021) 
5th November 2021 &#8211; Joyful Surprises kick starts at UOL Malls where shoppers can redeem exclusive gifts that give back to charity when they shop at KINEX, United Square &amp; Velocity@Novena Square.
Sharing love and festive cheer this Christmas, UOL Malls collaborate with UOB and Endowus to support a number of charities that enable and supports people with special needs. Our main partners include <a href="http://extraordinarypeople.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Extra•Ordinary People</a>, <a href="https://cpas.org.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CPAS</a>, <a href="https://www.bizlink.org.sg/contact-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bizlink,</a> <a href="https://www.carecorner.org.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Care Corner</a> and <a href="https://www.awwa.org.sg/our-services/seniors/senior-community-home/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AWWA Senior Community</a>.
Shoppers can redeem Christmas Gift boxes that feature art series by trainees from GROW Sheltered Workshop by Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore or a 4-in-1 waffle maker that comes with Matching kitchen mitten and trivet designed by Ms Genine Tham, a beneficiary of Extra•Ordinary People’s Art Psychotherapy Programme.
Persons with disabilities were hired to pack the Christmas gift boxes and as a token of appreciation, all artists who help design the Christmas premiums will receive a royalty fee from UOL Malls in support of their continued learning and developmental journey.
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Shoppers can redeem the following Gifts-with-Purchases (from 5 November 2021)
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Spin &amp; Win POPPoints, UOL e-Vouchers &amp; products with $50 spent in a single receipt. Double spins on 11.11 and take part in the 11.11 lucky draw! (Valid till 30 Nov).
Redeem exclusively designed Gift Wrappers with $60* spent ($40* for U-POPP members).
Redeem a Craft workshop pass with $100 spent ($80 for Office Executives)
Redeem a Christmas Surprise Gift Set with $250 spent ($200 for U-POPP members/ UOB Credit Cardmembers.
Redeem a 4-in-1 Waffle Maker, Kitchen Mitten and Trivet Set with $400 spent ($350 for U-POPP members/UOB Credit Cardmembers).
For more information on redemption mechanics at the mall, visit <a href="https://bit.ly/Joyful_SurprisesatKinex" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/Joyful_SurprisesatKinex</a>
Make a wish come true (5 to 30 November 2021) 
Pick a gift tag from our Christmas tree and make someone’s wish come true.
UOL Malls invited students from Care Corner Student Care Centres and Extra•Ordinary People’s financial Scheme to write down their Christmas wish. Shoppers can grant the children their wishes by purchasing the items listed on the gift tags.
Shoppers can also choose to buy a set of groceries for the elderly aged 60 and above from AWWA Senior Community Home who have no family and/or means of financial support.
UOL will wrap and deliver the gifts to the children and elderly before Christmas.
Care Corner Student Care Centres, Extra•Ordinary People and AWWA Senior Community Home are named charities of UOL.
Give the Gift of Hope with Endowus (5 November to 30 December 2021)
During this Christmas season, shoppers can make a difference and support charities that help communities in need.
Shoppers can visit Endowus’ Giving Machines, which are vending machines placed in our malls’ main atriums that offer shoppers a chance to donate to a charity of their choice. Shoppers can purchase a giving card with a $5, $10 or $20 value and make a donation as a gift.
These donation vending machines are supported by Endowus, in partnership with charity portal Giving.sg and vending partner Reinvend Solutions Pte Ltd.

7 Holiday Activities To Learn Without Having To Travel Overseas

Choosing a suitable enrichment programme to keep your child occupied during the school holidays may be as difficult as choosing which confectionary to buy from the bakery. They all look good and you wish you could have them all.
However, if you could only pick just one holiday camp for the 2017 mid-year break, the fun-filled June Holiday Enrichment Camp at The Grandstand can be an excellent choice. Here’s why we think so.
<h4>#1 An 8-in-1 enrichment programme for mind &amp; body</h4>
Held at The Grandstand, the largest family lifestyle destination in Bukit Timah, this holiday enrichment camp will see different tenants of the mall coming together to offer a unique four-day programme targeted at children aged 7 to 12.
From craft work to language immersion, programming to sports and exercise, there will never be a dull moment during the camp. Running from 12 June to 15 June 2017 (9:30am to 5:00pm daily), the camp will give children a first-hand taste of a wide spectrum of activities – a refreshing change from most other holiday camps which usually focus on just one subject or activity.
The following 8 children enrichment centres will conduct short workshops and classes during the camp.
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Computhink: ScratchThinker Programming Class to teach kids about coding and to create minigames, animations or story projects of their choice
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JH Kim Taekwondo: Learn the basics of blocking, striking and kicking and let your child pick up basic self-defence techniques from experienced instructors
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GIM Sports: Basic gymnastics games and skills
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Bricks 4 Kidz: Be exposed to the exciting Bricks 4 Kidz themed camps and have a fun and educational time making characters from Pokémon, Mindcraft, Frozen or Minion using LEGO® bricks
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The LPN Art School: Learn to create artworks, inspired by great artists such as Van Gogh, Miro, Kandinsky, and Picasso
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Yang Language School: Learning Chinese idioms (成语) through games and calligraphy
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Fidgets World: Have fun with an ice-breaking game, followed by free play and a 60-minute craft session
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San Merinos: A 3-hour workshop to teach the basics of sewing by making a cute pencil case 
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<h4>#2 Don’t worry, eat happy</h4>
In order to fuel up their energy for the full line-up of activities, this holiday camp doesn’t forget to satisfy participants’ appetites too. A delectable selection of lunch options catered daily from F&amp;B tenants at The Grandstand will pique the appetites of even the pickiest little eaters. The menu for the four days includes Japanese fare from Restaurant Hoshigaoka, local delights from Canteen, treats from the Fidgets World Café and pasta and other delights from Carnivore.
<h4>#3 Overall a good deal, dollars-wise</h4>
Following a random check around the market, we found out that a certain learning centre, well known for its mind-mapping methods is charging $600 for a 2-day holiday camp; 5 sessions of coding classes at another centre’s summer camp programme will cost $570. So assuming that you sign your child up for both these camps, you will be paying over $1,000 in course fees – and don’t forget that it’ll only be for two specific subjects.
On the other hand, The Grandstand’s holiday camp costs $499 and covers eight interesting activities in one camp, with lunch provided. The participants get the opportunity to learn a variety of skills and make new friends at the same time. Parents needn’t worry about having to ferry your children to different locations for their enrichment classes – plus parking is always free at the sprawling The Grandstand car park! Sounds good? You do the math!
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Holiday Camp Details
Date: 12 – 15 June 2017 Time: 9.30am to 5.00pm (meet at the Concierge at 9:00am) Cost: $499.00
<h4>Sign up by 9th June 2017 to enjoy an exclusive early-bird goodie bag worth over $80! While stocks last. </h4>
Registration and payment (cash/nets) must be done at San Merinos (#01-32A) from: Mon-Sat 10am to 7pm, Sun 11am to 7pm, closed on public holidays.
Terms and Conditions:
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<li>All prices are inclusive of GST.</li>
<li>Registration &amp; payment (cash/nets) must be made at San Merinos before commencement of camp, accompanied by the registration form. Operating hours of San Merinos are: Mon &#8211; Sat 10am to 7pm, Sun 11am to 7pm and closed on public holidays.</li>
<li>Payment of $499.00 for the camp is strictly non-refundable.</li>
<li>Cancellations must be in writing at least 1 week before commencement of camp.</li>
<li>Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners reserve full rights to cancel the camp, to change the date, time, proceedings and/or venue of the camp where deemed necessary without prior notice and compensation.</li>
<li>Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners will not be held liable for any mishap or injury to, or any loss or damage suffered by the participants during or as a result of the camp.</li>
<li>Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners reserve the right to carry out photography and/or video recording of the person/s within the facility of Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd at any time it deemed necessary. The images obtained are considered properties of Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners, and reserve the right to use it in any way it deemed necessary.</li>
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For further enquiries, please email <a href="mailto:marketing@cogentland.com.sg">marketing@cogentland.com.sg</a>.
Schedule
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Reasons Why The Grandstand June Holiday Camp Satisfies the Mind, Appetite & Wallet

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Bachelor of Arts (Singapore University) Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) (Singapore University) Master of Education (Sydney University) PhD (University of New South Wales)
Dr Rosalind Tan Drake is one of Singapore&#8217;s leading education consultants. As the author of 26 Best English Exam and Best Creative Writing Guides, she  has empowered thousands of students to excel in their English examinations over the past 25 years. In May and June 2017, Dr Rosalind conducts the Easy &amp; Enjoyable Nurturing Intelligence of Preschoolers Workshop for Parents as well as the Intensive A* Critical Thinking, Creative Writing &amp; Comprehension Workshop for Students.
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Bachelor of Arts (Singapore University) Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) (Singapore University) Master of Education (Sydney University) PhD (University of New South Wales)
  Dr Rosalind Tan Drake is the Founder of Planet A-Star Publishers and Little Bluestockings Academy, Co-Founder of EnglishiExcel International, Consultant and Author of 26 Best English Exam Guides, Creative Writing Guides and Nurturing Intelligence Guide.
Dr Rosalind Tan Drake is one of Singapore’s most qualified English consultants. In the past 25 years she has enabled primary, secondary, pre-university and undergraduates to excel in their respective English examinations.
In Singapore, her effective Nurturing Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Comprehension and Creative Writing Courses and Guides have helped both parents and students to achieve excellent outcomes. In Australia, Dr Rosalind specializes in coaching students to excel in the Admission Examinations to obtain scholarships worth more than A$150,000 from private schools per student.
At EnglishiExcel International, the Founders Dr Rosalind Tan Drake and Ms Hazel Tan (M.Ed, Sydney University) have designed a unique constellation of 7 modules: iBelieve, iChat, iRead, iListen, iComprehend, iThink &amp; iWrite, to empower your children, not just to excel in school, but more importantly to take on the challenges of the Age of Information.
In 2017, we launched this unique learner-centred, communicative and integrated online learning platform to enable students to excel in both the production (speaking, reading, writing) and reception (listening, comprehending and thinking) aspects of English.
Together with a panel of qualified tutors, Dr Rosalind and Ms Hazel coach students from Singapore and Australia at the weekly online tutorials. Students have found the 7 integrated modules not just effective, but also most inspirational. We motivate our students to focus on personal development.
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It is natural for all of us parents to worry about how our children are going to cope once they start formal schooling. Most of us will choose the traditional option: send them to the best kindergarten or preschool we can afford.
Is this the only way? I would like to suggest that there is an easy and enjoyable way to nurture the intelligence of your children and lay a solid foundation for academic excellence in the comfort of your home. Not only do the children learn, but they also develop a strong bond with their parents. More than anything else, the most important gift you can bequeath to your children is the love of reading.
A few of us, ironically, have to impose punishment or give incentives to stop our children from reading. They read everywhere and anywhere. They are gifted readers. However, most of us do struggle with finding ways to entice our children to read.
Research has shown that children who are able to read early and enjoy reading will excel in almost everything they choose to do later in life. It is heartening to know that every parent who is able to read, is able to nurture the intelligence of their children through easy and enjoyable reading methods.
At the Little Bluestockings Academy, I have developed one such easy and enjoyable reading method. I have taught both the children and parents to enjoy reading together. I highly recommend collaborative learning through reading groups organized amongst friends and neighbours.
Learning is more than an individual endeavor. You will learn, to your amazement, the value of peer learning, when your children do not just learn from the adults, but more importantly from their peers in the reading group. Please read my blog at littlebluestockings.wordpress.com to find out how a group of Asian kids aged from 4 to 6 inspire one another to read.
At the 2017 Nurturing Intelligence Workshops held in Singapore, I will train and teach parents how to apply this easy and enjoyable method. You will be equipped with a most effective Nurturing Intelligence Guide to teach your children reading and speaking, listening and interpreting, as well as thinking and writing skills.
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The June holidays are looming. Some parents are excited to take their children on holidays. Others are more concerned that they have less than 6 months to ensure that their children improve their English exam grades. English is indeed the most important subject for your children’s academic achievement.
Parents have often complained about how their children have attended a well-known tuition centre for more than two years, and yet fail to improve their English grade. They languish beneath the 70% mark. Others have tried harder, but are still unable to attain that elusive A* grade.
Is there a magic formula to attaining higher English proficiency?
The answer lies in finding that magical chemistry, synergy and energy between the teachers and your children. You must have heard of how children have testified to the inspirational powers of their favourite teachers. You need to keep exploring until you find a teaching system that takes into consideration the specific needs and learning styles of your children, so that they can engage with the teachers and the teaching method whole-heartedly. It is not only important to your children’s academic excellence, but more critically to their well being. If your children are inspired and are excited by passionate teachers with excellent teaching methods and endearing manners, they will be able to realise their full potential and find contentment in life.
To provide you with the opportunity to explore that magic chemistry, synergy and energy, EnglishiExcel International is giving away a Free Online Tutorial (1 hour) to the first 20 registrants for the month of June.
Dr Rosalind Tan Drake visits Singapore in May and June 2017 to meet with parents and students to explore the most effective approach to attaining English proficiency. At the 2017 June Intensive A* Critical Thinking, Creative Writing &amp; Comprehension Workshops for Students, she will focus on helping each and every student to realise his or her full potential. They will learn techniques on how to score highest marks in Comprehension, Synthesis &amp; Transformation of Sentences, Functional and Creative Writing.
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