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Dear Friend,

It's time to thank those amazing people who've graciously helped you learn life's important lessons. Why wander the mall when we've done the legwork for you? Choose a gift Dad will truly enjoy on ChinaSprout's Father's Day Page. Then visit our Teacher's Page to find a special gift for that special teacher. Our new products include a fantastic selection of jewelry, journals, thank you cards, rubber stamps and other Asian-inspired craft supplies. Have fun!

Father's Day Gift Ideas

He has put so many smiles on your face. Now, return the favor with a gift he'll know was chosen just for him. ChinaSprout is brimming with gift ideas to make June 17 a day the men in your life will remember. Visit ChinaSprout's Father's Day Page for fascinating books, creative cufflinks, pendants, baseball caps, board games and more!

Teachers' Gift Ideas

When school's out, it's tempting to race straight into an exciting summer without a backward glance. But first, take a moment to thank those patient souls who have spent long days teaching your children -- and perhaps you. It's as simple as browsing ChinaSprout's Teacher's Page for gift ideas, from elegant thank you cards to beach reading to coffee mugs that your favorite teacher will use every day. Also for teachers, we have a special Buy One, Get One Free offer. Whenever you purchase a Teacher Thank You card, you will receive a second card for free.

FREE Dragon Tie Clip

As a special treat for Fathers Day and male teachers, you can get a FREE Dragon Tie Clip when your order totals more than $25. To apply the coupon to your order, please add the Dragon Tie Clip in the Shopping Cart first, then enter the coupon code 1180409476 in the coupon box on the Shopping Cart page and hit the "Apply Coupon" button. After the coupon is successfully added to your order, you will see the message: "Coupon Applied." Offer good while supplies last.

Beijing Olympic Dragon T-shirt

Pearl and Chinese Character Bracelet

Lissy Doll

Chinese Flash Cards

Gifts for Dad and Teachers

Make your gift shine by choosing one that appeals to your father's personality or your teacher's interests. ChinaSprout has traditional gifts for them all that share a special Chinese theme including ties, cufflinks, books about China, bookmarks, stationery, photo albums, and Olympics hats and T-shirts.

Crafts

Stock up on the latest craft supplies for those long, lazy days of summer. When you're finished scrapbooking, try your hand at relaxing calligraphy or origami. Be sure to reserve at least one night for Take-out for Two, a deliciously creative way to spend time with someone special!

Accessories and Stationery

When you raise your hand, people are sure to notice. These great bracelets and hand fans will add style to your every wave. At your fingertips, even our new journals and journal jackets act as stylish accessories. Meanwhile, this hip stationery will prompt you to rediscover the age-old joys of letter writing.

Books

Summer is the perfect time to encourage kids to read for fun. And your child will surely have fun reading this autographed copy of Grace Lin's delightful new book, Lissy's Friends. This week, we've also added entertaining ways for both kids and adults to learn Chinese. Try our flash cards, bingo game, books and Hooked on Phonics.

The San Francisco Chronicle wrote, “Letha Hadady, one of the nation’s leading experts on natural Chinese remedies, is leading a quiet lady-like revolution to bring herbal medicines from the Far East and elsewhere into everyday use in American homes.” Read the latest on her blog Letha's Health Secrets.

Herbal Liquors–Here’s to Your Health!

I’ve been conducting media people–magazine and Net writers–around our NYC Chinatown shops lately showing them the healing and beautifying wonders of Asian herbs.

Read the full story here

The China Related TV list is compiled weekly by Kirby Bartlett-Sloan. Kirby, an adoptive parent of three Chinese girls, has one of the most comprehensive TV listings of programs on China and from China that are in the English language.

Globe Trekker: Beijing City Guide

In China, Tibetan lama monastery and Tiananmen Square, an underground city of restaurants and clubs, Great Wall, Marco Polo's Bridge. Click the title of the show above to see a detailed web page about the show. Thursday May 31, 2007 1:00pm-2:00pm on TRAVEL - The Travel Channel - Travel

Click here for more listings

The Next Cultural Revolution

Fast Company - June 2007-- The Chinese don't get creativity, right? Sure, they can stamp out a widget, or knock off a DVD, but when it comes to imagination, they just don't have the gene. Well, keep telling yourself that.

Read the full article click here

"A gentleman always keeps even-tempered without being arrogant while a petty man is arrogant without being even-tempered." - Confucius Says

Patience with our fellow man is a virtue in our fast-paced society. We should not forget to stop and consider how our words impact others. Are we patient and nurturing or quick to judge? We especially need to be mindful as we deal with our children. A few hastily spoken, ill-tempered words can have a lasting impact. We hope that you always receive warm words that come from the heart.

Your Friends,

The ChinaSprout Team

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