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Hong Kong Corner

New Titles: 2010




DESIGN CITIES 1: COPENHAGEN

Whatever your budget, it is likely that you will have a piece of Scandinavian furniture at home. Living in a country with long nights and short days, Danes spend most of their time indoors. Naturally home furnishings and design means a great deal to them. So it is not surprising that they also export quality and functional furniture. But when the weather turns fine and warm, they go cycling, walk their dogs, and make use of the well designed public facilities available outdoors such as seaside parks, waterfront swimming baths, or the transport system dedicated to encouraging traveling on bicycles. With citizens demanding high quality living, city planners working with the interest of the people in mind, no wonder the city's annual "Index: Award" which offers the highest cash award to design worldwide uses "Design to Improve Life" as the yardstick for measuring and commending design ideas that are best able to achieve this goal.

In Copenhagen, the people, the designers and the government work together to create a city that is widely recognized as the most livable city in the world.

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DESIGN CITIES 2: KYOTO

Old architecture or traditional crafts are not necessarily sticks in the mud. Kyoto designers who kept abreast of the times while staying close to their tradition are true heirs to its history and cultural heritage. They are convinced that traditional design and craftsmanship is valuable not only for its deep cultural root, but also for its enduring quality. Meticulously crafted Japanese lacquer artifacts and furniture have withstood the test of time; while the art of painting on kimono is artfully applied to the modern day jeans. The result is a seamless weaving together of two cultures. Trained in the architectural discipline of the west, a Kyoto's architect apprenticed under a traditional builder to look for inspiration from ancient Japanese construction techniques. Examples of such dialogues between the ancient and the modern can be seen everywhere in the city. It's determination to stay true to its cultural heritage while refining and developing its traditional skills has given the city's design the edge of being unique, allowing it to successfully eschewed the homogenizing effect of globalization.

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DESIGN CITIES 3: BARCELONA

Barcelonans live practically outdoors, which is normal for a south European city. Theirs is a lively, free and easy life style. The outdoor space in the city is like a common sitting room for all to enjoy. There are chairs on the street that are just as comfortable as those at home; and there are easily accessible parks and squares that are all connected. Who would want to go home when you can engage in so many social activities there? In designing these breathing spaces in the city in the 80s, the aim was to make it open to all. In recent years the government has created the new district, 22@, specifically for developing creative industries. Internationally renowned architects were brought in to design buildings to serve as landmarks to lend prestige to the area and the city. This brought in a different scene to the original one, which emphasizes an organic and harmonious approach to designing urban space.

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DESIGN CITIES 4: LONDON

These days what is on everyone's lip in London apart from the 2012 Olympiad? "Zero Carbon Living". Britain is the first country in the world to introduce a bill to control carbon emission. In London, property that advertises "zero carbon living" is already on the market. Who are the residents in these green design houses? Are they ascetic monks or are they 21st Century trendsetters? There are green designers so committed to the cause that they leave their practice to conduct green tours to introduce tourists to special stores that promote sustainability. Others design innovative table and web games, rallying everyone in the community to pool ground-breaking design ideas; to rethink the pattern of consumerism; and to promote common sense. Green creativity is fueling the momentum of design in London, calling every citizen to arms.

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DESIGN CITIES 5: BERLIN

East and West Berlin was one city under two systems. With the unification of Germany in 1990, Berlin became its capital. The sense of history is still palpable in the city and its design mirrors its political change. The transparent dome of the Reichstag building, the clusters of consulates vying with each other for architectural magnificence, and the recently built museums and monuments proclaim to the world that Berlin is a new and open city. Its citizens enjoy a freedom that is not only political but spiritual. They also enjoy low rent and low cost of living. This particularly benefits the artists and designers who need space that is cheap and sizable in which to work. As an ideal creative base, it attracts talents from all over Europe. Berlin, after all, is the first city to be designated a City of Design by UNESCO's Creative Cities Network.

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DESIGN CITIES 6: BANGKOK

The blue sky and tropical beaches of Thailand offer a haven from the daily hustle and bustle. This leisurely and serene approach to life finds its way into Thai design. Only those who know how to appreciate life can design things that help the user enjoy life. Bangkok designers embrace nature in the way they live, and from there they find their creative ideas. A thriving tourist industry not only creates demand for high quality design for interior and furniture, it also opens a window to the West for designers to absorb their influence. While teeming with young design talents, the city also has a rich traditional culture. Applying superb craftsmanship of their grandfathers' and the readily available natural resources to contemporary design creates a chemistry that launches the young design brand of Bangkok. Its designers' pioneering use of material, organic and synthetic, has inspired the Material Connexion to establish its first Asian Material Library in Bangkok. This heralded its rise in the world of design.

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DESIGN CITIES 7: SAO PAULO

Brazil - the country to host the 2016 Olympiad - a fast emerging economic force in the 21st Century. Sao Paulo is the richest and the most populated city in Brazil. In recent years it has played a significant role in design in South America. Its fashion, furniture, and architecture have brought to the international design arena the bold and passionate spirit of Latin America. However, behind the glamour and glitter there are the slums and the refuse mountains, and those who are eking out a living in them. Designers with a mission have come away from the glitz of the design industry to work with the underprivileged. They find ways for the community to recycle refuse into handicrafts, or introduce quality architectural design into slums to provide the poor with better homes. The role played by design has a special social significance in a city where the quality of living and the sense of esthetics are polarized.

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DESIGN CITIES 8: SHENZHEN

How young is Shenzhen? The average age of the workers in the creative industries is in the twenties. The government has been promoting "Building the City on Culture" for five years. It has been designated a City of Design by UNESCO for one year. What does youth have? Spontaneity and audacity, two qualities its young designers have plenty of. As an immigrant city, like Hong Kong in the early days, Shenzhen has attracted many creative young talents to take up roots there because they can see a future. The future is going international, making a name for oneself, becoming someone like Ou Ning, Hei Yi Yang, Bi Xue Feng, and many other top graphic designers in China. Urbanus, a Chinese architect firm, will be joined by Rem Koolhaas's OMA, a top international architect firm, in developing "Shenzhen Creative Center". Big projects and small ideas abound in this young vibrant city that is rearing to go.

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Hong Kong Stories tells the stories of Hong Kong.

In this series of Hong Kong Stories, host Peter Wong takes you through the changes in the city ?s social life and spiritual integrity as he narrates the stories of people and things uniquely Hong Kong.

Fengshui, the money tree; tram tracks that have survived time; mah-jong, the national essence with a Hong Kong accent; school uniforms that have adapted to the changing needs of society over time; markets that have a fond place in the hearts of Hong Kong people; a horseracing industry that has evolved consistently over the years; the ice cream van bringing back long-lost childhood memories; the art of bamboo scaffolding that leaves the world in awe; Hong Kong style roasts, best served sizzling hot ?

Hong Kong ?s spiritual civilization ?collectively created by the people of Hong Kong.


HONG KONG STORY 2010: A PLACE OF ZEN



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: A RAY OF HOPE



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: ANOTHER FACE OF FILIPINOS



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: CITY BLACK KITES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: COWS FOR HIRE



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: DANCE WITH THE BUTTERFLIES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: DANCING WITH THE LION



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: FOOTSTEPS ON THE HILL



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: GARDEN OF MEMORIES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: GOLDEN DAYS OF FISH FARMING



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: GURKHAS, THE FORGOTTEN HEROES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: HEADMISTRESS DO-IT-ALL



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: INDIAN IMPRESSION



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: INTER ISLANDS



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: KOREANS, WHO STAY



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: LABYRINTH IN THE AIR



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: LEAVING VIETNAM



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: LOOKING BACK AT OUR SNUG HOMES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: MONGREL



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: MY HOMETOWN ¡V CHEUNG CHAU



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: MY OLD PALS



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: OLD DAYS. HOMELAND



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: ONE-STOP LIVING WITH SHOPPING MALL



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: PARROTS



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: RESTRICTED ISLANDS



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SAIL OF COMPASSION



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SAWADIKUP, HELLO!



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY (ITALIANS IN HONG KONG)



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SERVANT OF ALL



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SHALOM (JEWS IN HONG KONG)



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SHEPHERD IN THE DARK



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SIMPLE LIFE IN PENG CHAU



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: SISTERS IN THE TRADE



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: TAP MUN IMPRESSION PART 1



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: TAP MUN IMPRESSION PART 2



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: TERMITES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: THE COMING OF INDONESIAN CHINESE



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: THE FLOATING TRIBES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: THE GUARDIAN OF PENG CHAU



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: THE YOUNG LAMMA ISLANDERS



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: THIS IS OUR VILLAGE ?



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: WAN CHAI BLUES



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HONG KONG STORY 2010: WILD ANIMAL RESCUE



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MY HONG KONG: CULTURAL HERITAGE



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MY HONG KONG: EVERYONE HAS A FACE OF HIS OWN IN THE CITY



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MY HONG KONG: TOWARDS GREENER LIVING



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SEA WORLD ODYSSEY II: GYPSIES IN THE OCEAN

When we speak of marine creatures, we tend to be attracted by corals and tropical fish that are colourful and eye-catching. However, there is a kind of simple and ordinary marine life that appeared earlier than the dinosaurs and has survived for 650 million years. It is the colourless jellyfish.

Jellyfish possess soft tentacles that move elegantly under the water. But these tentacles have poisonous nematocysts. The production team of "Sea World Odyssey" has travelled to the Jellyfish Lake of Palau, one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World, to explore the special and almost non-poisonous jellyfish there.

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SEA WORLD ODYSSEY II: LIFE AND DEATH OF SEA TURTLES

From the moment of their birth, Green Turtles struggle to survive in the natural environment on their own. After they mature, they are also threatened by hunting and poaching. In this episode, we will witness how the AFCD staff saves a green turtle. We will also visit the Wetland Park to see how baby turtles hatch. Then we will reveal the mystery of the world-renowned turtle tomb in Sipadan.

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SEA WORLD ODYSSEY II: RETURN OF SEA TURTLES

Several decades ago, Green Turtles came ashore on a number of beaches in Hong Kong, including Tung O and Ha Mei Wan on Lamma Island, as well as Tong Fuk Miu Wan and Tai Long Wan on Lantau Island. Nowadays, as a result of rapid urbanization, Green Turtles only lay eggs on Sham Wan, Lamma Island.

In the summer of 2008, "Hong Kong 2", the Green Turtle that had left Hong Kong for five years, returned to Sham Wan to lay eggs. Even slight disturbances would scare a nesting turtle away. The crew of Sea World had to shoot the scene carefully. In this episode, we will witness the precious moments when a Green Turtle lay eggs in Hong Kong, and the return of hatchlings to the ocean.

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SEA WORLD ODYSSEY II: TINY MARINE LIFE

A large area of the seabed of Hong Kong is flat and muddy. These "soft bottoms" look dull and lifeless. But if you look carefully, you will find many surprising little marine creatures.

Unlike their distant relatives on land, bristle worms, sea slugs, and sea snails take on special forms under the sea. Skeleton shrimps are just a little bit bigger than a fingernail. They have also developed their own way of survival in the waters of Hong Kong. Indeed, "soft bottoms" are full of vitality.

In this episode, the crew of Sea World Odyssey goes abroad to Lembeh Strait in Indonesia, which is also known as "Tiny Undersea Museum", to show you the wide variety of tiny creatures on the "soft bottoms."

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SEA WORLD ODYSSEY II: UNDERWATER GARDEN

The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department has established several marine parks in Hong Kong for over a decade. Their efforts have proved effective. The native fishermen who have lived in Yan Chau Tong Marine Park for three generations witness the growing amount of catch. The coral communities at Hoi Ha Wan have become a popular "underwater garden."

In this episode, we will make a tour of some local underwater gardens and go abroad to Apo Island of the Philippines. The marine conservation program carried out on Apo Island is very effective. It has increased the income of local fishermen and given life to the underwater world, making the island the most popular dive site in the Philippines.

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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: A FAMILY OF FRUGALITY



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: DRIFTING FAMILY



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: FAMILY OF SMART CONSUMERS



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: FAMILY OF TREASURE HUNT



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: FMILY OF GREEN HOME



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: JAPANOPHILE FAMILY



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: NAKAJIMA FAMILY



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HOUSE OF CONSUMERS, A: THE PENNY-WISE FAMILY



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PARENTING


PARENTS' MOTTOES: A CHILD'S LAST WORDS

"Suffering from this disease, we should cherish every one, cherish life and the days that follow, because I don't know when I'm going to leave the world and leave Mom and Dad" said Yeung Hiu-dan, forever 13 years old.

The young siblings Yeung Tak Chun and Yeung Hiu Dan both suffered from Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) Type VI. Last year they were donated free medicines for one year from pharmaceuticals to help extend their life. Unfortunately in early 2009, the younger sister Hiu Dan died before the medicines arrived, while the elder brother Tak Chun's health condition deteriorated day after day and lost his vision as a result of the disease. Though having lost her beloved daughter and grief at heart, Mrs Yeung takes care of Tak Chun's daily life as usual, and still feels her daughter by her side.

At 17, Tak Chun is no more than one metre tall, and requires wheelchair for locomotion. However, he is cheerful, voluble, well-liked by friends, and is the most important source of strength to Mrs. Yeung whose friends believe that the two babies with MPS were in fact sent from God because of their kind heart.

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: A SECOND CHANCE TO YOUR HEART

Fourteen years of age, Carla is lively, energetic, and loves sports. People might not realize that she caused a big headache for her parents when she was young. Starting from primary school years, her parents received frequent complaints from Carla's teachers: not obeying the rules, stubborn, failing to hand in homework, and has problems getting along with classmates. Conditions failed to improve after numerous attempts to give her guidance. Feeling helpless, her parents resorted to scolding and sometimes beating to discipline her, and their relationship worsened as a result. In Primary Five, Carla was diagnosed as having "attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder", and this explained all for her past behavior. Carla then began to receive medical treatment while her parents also re-examined the way they taught and disciplined her.

As Carla grows up, the influence of the disease on her has become less obvious. However, it takes time to build up good relationship, particularly when the daughter begins to grow into adolescence. Communication is a big challenge to the parents. Life-long learning is required to play the role as good parents.

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: DO YOU LOVE ME, MOM?

It is the wish of almost all parents for their children to become successful in future. When children cannot memorize new vocabulary after repeated revisions, their parents will soon lose patience, and scolding and beating follow inevitably. This was what happened to Mrs. Lam when Kei Luen entered primary one, with the child crying over the studies every day, while parent-child relationship was strained. It was not until Kei Luen had undergone evaluation that Mrs Lam realized her son had serious dyslexia. From initial denial to acceptance of the fact, she went through a lot of struggles. At last, the Lam couple realized parent-child relationship was most important, and decided to support their son through the ordeal. They have changed their mindset - they no longer attach importance to academic achievements, but teach their son to differentiate right from wrong instead. They have also learnt to appreciate their son's slight improvements. Knowing Kei Luen is a sports lover, his parents accompany him to go fishing and cycling, and enable him to develop his potentials and build up confidence. As Kei Luen's two younger brothers grow up, Mrs. Lam begins to realize the elder one might have the same problem as Kei Luen. Though still awaiting evaluation, with her experience over Kei Luen, Mrs. Lam hopes that all her sons can grow up without tears over studies.

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: I REALLY LOVE YOU

When Elaine first held her new born son Pok-fai in her arms, she discovered a white spot in the pupil of his eye. It was a mother's intuition that prompted her to demand a medical check which revealed her son had congenital cataract.

"I gave birth to him and should accept him even though he is born with a defect." Elaine did not blame God or accuse others. All she wanted was to bring up her son wholeheartedly. When he was small, Pok-fai was a frequent visitor to the hospital. Elaine was very concerned about her son's condition and even proposed to donate her eyes to her son, but was declined by the doctor.

"All things in their being are good for something" ¡V this is what Elaine had always taught her son over the years, and it had become Pok-fai's motto. Whenever he came across setbacks, he would think about his mother's words as encouragement to move ahead. As Pok-fai gradually grew up, Elaine arranged all sorts of activities for him, and even let him travel overseas, hoping he could broaden his horizon. The Ebenezer School for the Visaully Impaired where Pok-fai studied only provides courses up to Form Three. At Pok-fai's request, Elaine tried hard to look for a school that provides integrated education for him to continue his studies. Finally, Pok-fai got what he desired.

A mother is willing to sacrifice everything for her son, because she derives happiness from her son's happiness.

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: IS THAT MY FAULT?

Both Chan Wing-hei and Cheung-wai Lung are youngsters affected by Asperger's disorder, which is a high-functioning autism - meaning the sufferers have normal IQ or IQ higher than that of an average person, but have difficulties in communication and social interaction. Sufferers of autism and Asperger may develop an intense interest in a hobby such as bus routes, maps etc. In their daily lives, they would feel exceptionally disturbed and worried about things unknown and unpredictable to them.

As the sufferers' mothers, both Mrs Chan and Mrs Cheung had some bitter experiences. In a world of detached bystanders, the two mothers have to seek out new avenues on their own for the well-being of their children.

Parents are forever worrying about the children as long as they live.

Item no.: MH27560213
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 2010
Price: USD 260.00

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: NO WALL TOO HIGH

Our brain started working the day we were born, and since that it has been working all the time, which seems so natural to us. However, for unknown factors, some children would lose part of their mental ability, which poses certain hindrance to their grow-up process. Without proper care and attention, these mentally retarded children would not have the ability to look after themselves, to communicate or learn, and their home and social life will be adversely affected. Life would be even harder for them when they have grown up. This episode will look at two cases, through which it is hoped that parents and the audience would know how to accept and take care of mentally retarded children.

Case 1: The main personage in the story Lin Suet Ching (Ching Ching) is only 8 years old. She acquired the Down's syndrome when she was born. Children with Down's syndrome tend to have lower cognitive abilities than others of the same age, but through persistent learning, they can also grow up happily. Ching Ching's parents found it hard to accept when they first knew about her disorder. But they soon overcame the perplexity and made all-out efforts to take care of their daughter. They let her participate in various outdoor activities, including skating, group tour, in the hope that Ching Ching could live every day of the life happily.

Case 2: The main personage of this case is Tang Sin Yee, now aged 16. People may not be aware she is mentally retarded from her outward appearance. Sin Yee acquired the problem since childhood. Since her family had to work, she has all along been taken care of by her grandma. With a strong sense of rhythm, Sin Yee's potential was soon discovered by her teacher, who allowed her to become the drummer of the School band. According to Sin Yee, the care shown by both her grandma and her school has given her confidence to integrate into the society and learn to take care of herself. "Thanks to grandma, and thanks to my school", says Sin Yee.

Item no.: GN27560217
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 2010
Price: USD 260.00

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: THE SEED OF LOVE

Ma Ho Fung is an 11-year-old primary five student. At six months' old, he was evaluated as moderately hearing-impaired in a pediatric audition test. The news had dealt a serious blow to his parents who found it difficult to accept the fact. Another more serious blow was that putting on hearing aid would not help much to improve his hearing ability. Finally, Ho Fung underwent an artificial cochlea implant operation, after which Ho Fung's parents had to take special note of external influence which might cause harm to him, such as static electricity, humidity and impact to the head. After undergoing hearing and language training in special school, Ho Fung was able to study with normal hearing students in ordinary primary school. He has the same interest as other primary students, and studies at the same level as students of his age.

Item no.: VS27560220
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 2010
Price: USD 260.00

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: THE SILENT SHOWER

A baby boy born to the family was diagnosed as suffering from serious hearing impairment. What should the parents do?

Ben Ho is now 16, a Form IV student. In a Taekwon-Do Black Belt Invitation Tournament held in April, he has won the championship in the Juvenile Category. In the tournament, the audience was enchanted by Lim Ching's Taekwon-Do skills, his punching and kicking speed and the way he performed the patterns. Nobody noticed this youngster was suffering from hearing impairment. Ben Ho started wearing hearing aid and receiving hearing and language trainings in special school at the age of three, but studied with mainstream students in mainstream school in primary one. He has been wearing short hair which exposes his hearing aid since he was small, as his parents started early in teaching him how to accept the reality that he has hearing impairment. They taught Lim Ching to accept himself first so that others would accept him. Lim Ching is a natural born athlete who developed a zeal for Taekwondo sports at the age of seven after his first contact with it. Seeing that Taekwondo can help Lim Ching gain confidence, his parents have always been very supportive of his training.

Parents with disabled children have to make greater efforts, work harder and pay more attention to their children. Proper encouragements must be given to help them accept their impediments and face squarely their limitations, and most important of all, parents should help their children develop their strengths, broaden their horizons and let them develop in a caring and supportive environment.

Item no.: PF27560221
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 2010
Price: USD 260.00

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: WITH YOU ALL THE WAY

What parents like most is to see their children grow up day after day. However the parents of 14 years' old Hin Kwong and 11 years' old Hin Chi might not think the same, as both their sons suffer from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a disorder which impairs their movement ability and poses threats to their life as they age. When normal parents are busy bringing their children to extracurricular activities, Hin Kwong and Hin Chi's parents carry their two sons with movement difficulties to attend classes, medical appointments and physiotherapy. They accompany their sons all the time and enjoy the happy moments together. No doubt they are worried and sad, but walking hand in hand with their sons to face the future life together, is a good fortune not every parent is blessed to enjoy. With the whole family in unison against all odds, they see a bright road ahead.

Item no.: WE27560223
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 2010
Price: USD 260.00

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PARENTS' MOTTOES: WORDS DON'T COME EASY

Many people think that the ability to speak just comes naturally. Parents might not be aware of the problem with children who cannot speak properly in early childhood. They treat it as commonplace and only realize the problem when their children still cannot articulate clearly as they grow older.

In fact, language disorder is a common developmental barrier among children. Usual problems include delayed language development, unclear articulation, fluency disorder and voice disorder. Given early speech therapy, most children would show marked improvement in articulation and some would even resume normal in half or one year.

Mrs. To claims to be one who loves talking, however her sons have language disorder. To Ming-chung, seven years of age, is a primary two student. He could only utter monosyllables such as "Ma" and "Pa" when he was two, in unclear articulation. His parents did not realize he had language problem, and thought that he would improve as time went by. However, a year had passed, Ming-chung still made no improvement when he was three. It was at this time that his parents began to notice a problem existed. After evaluation, Ming-chung was diagnosed as having delayed language development, and had problems such as in-coordination of big and small muscles.

Though speaking does not come easy for Ming-chung, he is most willing to express himself. With his parents' tender care, and professional speech therapist's guidance and training, Ming-chung has shown obvious improvement. Team life in school and daily participation in various kinds of activities has enhanced Ming-chung's language expression. Ming-chun, younger brother of Ming-chung, is now five. Growing up with Ming-chung, Ming-chun has a bit of his brother's problem in speech. Fortunately, initial examination revealed that his articulation was only a little unclear, with relatively slighter problem than Ming-chung. Mrs. To believes that with more attention, Ming-chun's problem could improve easily. As parents, their biggest wish is that the two brothers could communicate independently with other people, speak fluently and have their own social life when they grow up.

Item no.: MC27560224
Format: DVD
Duration: 30 minutes
Copyright: 2010
Price: USD 260.00

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