Kelly Yang Project

Asia's top writing and debate center. We train innovative thinkers, exceptional writers and confident speakers. Founded by author, columnist @kellyyanghk #kyphk

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We have amazing news! KYP Founder, @kellyyanghk, has received the highly prestigious Asian/Pacific American Award for Children’s Literature for her novel, Front Desk. Congratulations, Kelly!

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Our students recently discussed the legal status of LGBT people. In some places, they may be accepted or have the right to marry. In others, they may face fines, jail time, or even death. Should any of these laws be changed? Read one student's view here:
https://t.co/O2BTUVBK9R

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San Francisco recently banned the use of facial recognition. This tech is already in use, especially in China. Should other places ban it on privacy grounds, or is it making our lives safer and more convenient? Join our Global Thinking students in debating this topic! Vote below

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Happy Easter! We're open for both Easter Workshops and regular classes this week and next.

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Looking for a book suggestion for Spring Break? We highly recommend "Peasprout Chen, Future Legend of Skate and Sword" by @HenryLienAuthor, particularly for ages 12-14. We loves stories with a tough heroine, death-defying action, and high drama!

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We're looking for recruits to join us for the Japan English Model United Nations (JEMUN) conference from 13-15 July 2019. Students ages 13-18 are eligible. Email [email protected] for more information!

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Our Advanced Global Thinking students recently discussed child labour. Should students in extreme poverty be allowed to work? Vote below!

Read one student's view on one such programme - a child police force in India - here: https://t.co/Eu7Y2JksY2

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In April, we’ll be reading stories about girls who take risks to change their lives for the better, despite the possibility of failure. Books by @reneewauthor @KYP_edu @authorddb
#GirlsLeadershipBookClub #girlsleadership
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Is face-to-face interaction obsolete in the digital age? One our Critical Writing students seems to think so. Ian Lam, age 12, writes that our world will be more connected and more convenient if we focused more on online interaction. Read his essay here: https://t.co/ItK6Talno4

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What topics do we cover in a Global Thinking Course? Recently our students discussed safety in schools, including whether or not we should allow guns. Read one student's (Natalie Li, age 12) opinion here: https://t.co/MJh1qKrUWh

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I learned a lot about new Children’s books during the BER Children’s Literature seminar. https://t.co/7MECGQ8kTf @bureauofed @macbarnett @FollettLearning @KYP_edu @wearealsc @Alief_Libraries

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We have some new tips for how parents can fight bullying in Hong Kong.

Read more here: https://t.co/l2DsrNGtgb

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Intensive Easter Workshops! In additional to your favourite debate & Global Thinking classes, we will also be offering fun creative writing classes: Adventure Writing (6-7) & Science Fiction Writing (8-10). Register: [email protected].
Schedule: https://t.co/37fwTC93zd

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Our Chinese New Year schedule is out! Join us for an exciting roster of holiday courses - all designed by best-selling author @kellyyanghk!

Don't miss your chance this holiday to learn from expert writers and debaters!

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We're so grateful for our warm, motivated and talented community and we look forward to learning and growing with you in 2019!

#education #tutoring #HongKong

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Model UN is an up and coming extracurricular activity in Hong Kong. Interested in getting in on the action? Here are our Top 5 trips for secondary students looking to ace MUN: https://t.co/YmALv0l8db

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Our founder, @kellyyanghk, was on @BBCWorld yesterday discussing the traditional Chinese practice of confinement. Is it a benefit or a roadblock for new moms? #月子

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Are Hong Kong schools destroying children's confidence? Read our founder @kellyyanghk's column today in @SCMP_News https://t.co/HH1GFr6KwD

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40% of jobs to be automated by 2030, Hong Kong needs to boost creative skills, not STEM, says @kellyyanghk, @scmp: https://t.co/GjAyYsWrZ5

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I was on @BBCWorld last night talking about French First Lady Brigitte Macron & her "official" role. Thanks @KheraJas for having me on! #bbc