Talks for Parents
Host: Poon Fong-fong
Arts educator Poon Fong-fong has performed and produced children’s theatre for many years to raise youngsters’ interest in reading and language. She invites different specialists, parents and other guests to share their perspectives on nurturing the next generation and explore the effect of the arts on young children.
When to Begin Arts Education?
Many parents send their children to study painting, music or dance. What is the most suitable age to start? How does arts education impact on early childhood development?
| Speaker |
| Ms Mary Wong, B.S.W., Pgd. SSA., M. Ed., R.S.W. |
| Service Co-ordinator (Early Childhood Services), Tung Wah Group of Hospitals |
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11.7 (Sat)2-3:30pm
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12.7 (Sun)2-3:30pm
Encouraging Children to Learn About the Arts
How can schoolwork and arts education be balanced to avoid adding pressure to children’s lives? Can families as a whole benefit from early involvement in creative pursuits? Educators and parents from different backgrounds share experiences and discuss how to support the young in learning about the arts.
| Speaker |
| Ms Joanne Chu |
| Registered Clinical Psychologist and Speech Therapist |
| 11.7 Guest: Mr Wong Chun Fai |
| Chief Resident Teaching Artist, Chung Ying Theatre Company |
| 12.7 Guest: Mr Indy Lee |
| Head of Performing Arts Education Centre, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts |
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11.7 (Sat)4-5:30pm
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12.7 (Sun)4-5:30pm
Friendly Reminder
- Quota per session: 80
- Seat Reservation: Please call 2370 1044 during office hours between 15 May and 30 June for seat reservation. First-come-first-served.
- In Cantonese
