SSIS 20th Birthday Celebrations

SSIS celebrated its 20th birthday in September.

By Urban Family, Sep 28, 2016 09:43

The ISTA Performing Arts Academy at WISS

A unique opportunity for students passionate in the performing arts.

By Urban Family, Sep 27, 2016 13:02

Dragon Mama: Mommy Style

Learning about your 'parenting' style.

By Shirani Alfreds, Sep 26, 2016 17:04

Dragon Mama: How Not To Travel with Kids

The Toddle Edition

By Shirani Alfreds, Sep 18, 2016 10:15

Global Run Benefiting Education in Kenya

Help female students in Kenya while running in Shanghai

By Alyssa Wieting, Sep 02, 2016 11:52

No Evidence' Pollution Caused 500 Students To Be Seriously Ill

Contradicting stories behind the illness of students

By Josh Peachey, Sep 02, 2016 11:33

Family Friendly Events Aug 31-Sep 4

The best events this week around Shanghai

By Urban Family, Aug 31, 2016 11:08

Urban Family Aug/Sept 2016 Issue Out Now!

Our new issue delves into all the essentials your family needs to live Shanghai to the fullest.

By Alyssa Wieting, Aug 25, 2016 13:36

Troubles Unfolding for Disney's Newest Park

Shanghai Disney is feeling some backlash.

By Diana Park, Aug 17, 2016 12:30

Date Night Restaurant Review: CHAR

Enjoy a date night at this steakhouse on the Bund.

By Alyssa Wieting, Aug 11, 2016 09:12

Family-Friendly Events July 27 - August 2

Our event picks for the fam!

By Urban Family, Jul 27, 2016 12:27

The Perfect Date Night: El Patio

A lovely romantic evening for two is in store for you and your honey at El Patio.

By Alyssa Wieting, Jul 19, 2016 12:57

Our Favorite Things: The Dolphin-Adams Family

We catch up with the Dolphin-Adams family on their favorite weekend activities, places to travel outside of China and more!

By Urban Family, Jul 13, 2016 10:29

Dragon Mama: Next-It

Our "Dragon Mama" blogger Shirani Alfreds learns to deal with friends who have become family leaving Shanghai.

By Shirani Alfreds, Jul 11, 2016 13:12

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

WATCH: 6 Sleepless Nights Performs 'Waterfall'

6 Sleepless Nights, the 2016 Heart to Heart Battle of the Bands Shanghai winners, perform their winning song "Waterfall" in a music video shot at the Cotton Club​.

By Virginia Werner, Jul 01, 2016 11:46

Family-Friendly Events June 29-July 5

Our picks of events for your family this week.

By Urban Family, Jun 29, 2016 11:01

Life on Mars: Realistic Fiction for Pre-Teens

Kendra Perkins, Head Librarian at YK Pao Secondary School, reviews fiction book Life on Mars.

By Kendra Perkins, May 31, 2016 15:54

Local Primary School Enrollment is Getting Out of Hand

A consulting agency for kids trying to gain admission into Shanghai's competitive primary schools has been ordered to stop enrolling students.

By Emma Li, May 26, 2016 12:35

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