At hihilulu our mission is to enable young children around the world to learn Mandarin Chinese in a fun, interactive and engaging way. Our approach is based on the revolutionary Chinese teaching pedagogy developed by Professor Bellassen, a leading Chinese teaching expert.
This unique approach allows us to transform the educational experience for children and enhance their future prospects by empowering them with important language skills.
Snowballing Method – Accelerating Vocabulary Acquisition
Our curriculum is designed to complement young children’s strengths using our unique Snowballing Method. This pedagogy respects the visual nature of the Chinese language, breaking characters down into their smallest components, known as ‘radicals’. Radicals form the basis of the entire Chinese vocabulary and they offer clues as to the meaning of a word. This enables children to quickly build their vocabulary in the most efficient way.
Separating Reading and Writing to Reduce the cognitive load
Chinese is often considered a difficult language to learn. We reduce the cognitive load on children by using a special method which separates the spoken and written language. Children start by learning to read and write the most used characters in the written language, and they learn a separate set of characters that are commonly used in spoken Chinese. This streamlines the learning process and helps them learn without feeling overwhelmed.
Taking a Personalised Approach to Teaching
We understand that no two children are the same. That’s why we prioritise personalised learning pathways, ensuring that each child’s individual strengths, interests, and learning styles are embraced. This student-centred approach not only boosts academic performance but also fosters a lifelong love of learning.
Revolutionising Chinese Education for Kids
The ability to communicate in multiple languages is becoming more important than ever. At hihilulu, we aim to empower the next generation with language skills that will not just help them build global careers, but that will also arm them with a deeper understanding of and respect for other cultures.