Planning the kids' classes needs so much homework

I recently joined other parents for a briefing at our son's kindergarten before the new semester began.

However, a paper handed out by the teacher greatly puzzled us. It was a list of extra-curriculum courses available through the school. As the world becomes ever flatter, Chinese parents want to give their child every possible advantage in any area. And schools are quick to respond to this demand.

Although most parents complain the present educational system is like "feeding a duck" - that is, shoving food right down the bird's throat without allowing any time to chew it - they still eagerly work with schools to keep their kids busy.