Urban Family Shanghai

Family 5: The Benefits of Dance for Kids

We spoke with local dance instructor Amy Fabris-Shi about the numerous benefits that dance classes can have for children.

By Urban Family, Jul 07, 2016 10:25

New Study Evaluates Benefits of Physical Education for Kids

Does childhood participation in sports create a better foundation for children growing up?

By Caleb Jasso, Jul 05, 2016 14:16

Tips From a Teacher: Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential

We address the common question ‘How can my child do better at school?’

By Hannah Beasley, May 19, 2016 14:28

Community Spotlight: The Baobei Foundation

How the Baobei Foundation changes the lives of orphaned children by providing healing homes.

By Isabella Farr, May 10, 2016 17:02

Shanghai to Open World’s Largest LEGO Store

What could make the new Disneyland even better? LEGO, of course.

By Isabella Farr, Mar 14, 2016 15:58

TigerFather: Home Décor vs. Little Humans

Sometimes small children and home decor just don't mix.

By Trevor Marshallsea, Oct 27, 2015 15:00

UF 5 Things: My Thingymabob

Turning children's drawings into stuffed toys in the name of charity.

By Urban Family, Oct 22, 2015 12:30

Awesome Kids Club + STCC Summer Camp Trial

Awesome Kid's Club and Shanghai Town & Country Community are welcoming families with children aged 3-12 years old interested in Awesome Summer Camp to a guided tour of the facilities including a mini summer camp trial session to gain an insight into a day

By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 10:11

Peppa Pig enters China!

International kid favorite, Peppa Pig, is now hitting China where the show will be broadcasted on CCTV’s children’s channel, CCTV 14.

By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 09:53

Forever Young @ Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel

Everyone still has an inner child and what better way to enjoy your youth and a day with your kids than with the Children’s Day Buffet at the Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel’s Brassiere.

By Urban Family, May 26, 2015 11:13

Summer Festival at BISS Pudong, Saturday May 30

BISS Pudong’s Summer Festival kicks of on Saturday May 30 with fun games and activities for children of all ages.

By Urban Family, May 15, 2015 17:00

Mom Blogger: The Saving Grace of Indoor Playgrounds

Nicole Chia on her challenges as a newcomer in Shanghai

By Urban Family, Mar 31, 2015 10:19

Mom Blogger: Public Tantrum Panic

Nicole Chia on the Horror of being the Center of Attention

By Urban Family, Mar 13, 2015 17:54

Turn up the romance!

How to create the perfect Valentine's Day as parents

By Urban Family, Feb 12, 2015 14:20

Learning Music: Nurturing the Muse

So you've signed up your child for lessons on a musical instrument? What every parent should know.

By Urban Family, Dec 16, 2014 11:38

Awesome Kids Club Halloween Dungeon Party October 31

Awesome Kids Club's Dungeon Party returns to The Shelter for a fun and scary evening

By Urban Family, Oct 15, 2014 15:30

Where to Find a Costume in Shanghai

Get your spook on in Shanghai this Halloween

By Urban Family, Oct 15, 2014 15:00

Daytrip: Take the Kids to their Food Source This Autumn

Shanghai may be one of the largest urban landscapes in the world, but it is also home to more than 330,000 hectares of farmland and boasts one of the highest yields per unit of crops in the country due to loamy soils and a sub-tropical climate.