Duunokid Summer Camp

Take an educational trip abroad with Duunokid!

Join Duunokid on a Trip Abroad!

About our educational trips:

Learning for Both Children and Parents
Hear from Renown Speakers
Speak to Professionals About Children's Education
Cultivate Your Child's Interests and Hobbies
Visit Tourist Attractions
Explore the Food Scene
Widen Your World View

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Chicago Trip Highlights: 2019

First Day in Chicago

After arriving, families enjoyed a welcome brunch at one of Chicago’s iconic deep dish restaurants in the heart of downtown Chicago. Then, families took some time settling into their apartments, making sure to get plenty of rest for the first day of classes tomorrow!

Exploring the City

One of Chicago's most informative (and whimsical) attractions. Families got to see views of Chicago's most famous buildings, as well as get insider info from an expert guide._

Class Time!

Adapting to the New school

Duunokid students adapted very well to the new school, the University of Chicago's Lab School, where they are taking classes with students from other countries, participating in outdoor activities, and having lots of fun!

Classes

Students take a variety of classes, from Indian Studies to cello, both with their classmates and one on one, depending on each student's interests.

Parent-Child Classes

In a class taught by Professor Alex, the children of Duunokid were involved for the first time in the Parent class. The children were very active in answering questions. May, a parent of Duunokid, said, “Parent-child classes have a magical effect!”

Parent Classes

The parents are not idle! They also are taking English class and discuss issues related to children’s education with experts. One experience was with Professor Larsen, where he discussed with mothers on how parents can do their part in their kids STEM education and gave them advice on how to be a support system to their children.

Exclusive Speaker Events

Charlotte Lehnhoff

Ms. Lehnhoff is a famous music teacher from the University of Chicago and was a cellist in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, a frequent judge of music competitions, and has taught students who have entered world-renowned schools. She shared her experience of learning music and advice on how to cultivate a children’s musical skills with Duunokid parents.

Dr. Susan Levine

While the children were at school, Dr. Susan Levine, a professor of psychology at the University of Chicago, shared effective strategies for teaching mathematics with the parents. She highlighted the importance of early childhood experiences and how they influence children’s developmental trajectories in mathematical understanding.

Director Charles Abelman

Charles Abelmann, the director of the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, graduated from Harvard University and oversaw investments in education programs for the World Bank. He spoke with Duunokid parents about admissions into colleges and his school’s teaching characteristics.

Director Christina Hackikian

Christina Hackikian is the executive director of the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. She spoke to Duunokid over lunch about how to cultivate children’s world outlook, her teaching experience at the University of Chicago, and having passion to change the world.

Site Visits

A440 Violin Shop

Established by cellist Roberta Guastafeste in 1982, Duunokid got to visit the violin store that has been passed down for three generations. Students got to try out various instruments, such as cellos and violins.

Polsky Center

Visiting the Polsky Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, families see many processes and inventions such as the operation of many advanced 3D printing equipment.

Fire Station

Visiting a local fire station, the Duuno kids and their classmates got to learn firefighting knowledge together after talking to the many firefighters there. Some kids even got to use a firehose!

The Shedd Aquarium

University of Chicago Professor Larsen took students to the Shedd Aquarium, which contained more than 7,500 aquatic animals. The beauty of the aquarium, along with Professor Larson’s lively and interesting explanations, made the experience a blast for the kids!

The Field Museum

During the evening, students and parents explored the massive natural history museum together. At night, all parents gave an English presentation, sharing insights and achievements of the past three weeks.

Rockefeller Chapel

Duunokid staff and parents visited the Rockefeller Chapel, the largest church at the University of Chicago. They climbed to the top of the church, finding people playing the carillon, an instrument composed of 72 bells.

Graduation

Graduation Dinner Cruise

To celebrate Duunokid members graduation, the staff held a grand graduation cruise. Meeting at Navy Pier, they took a cruise around the island together, inviting guests including Dr. Sorensen and Professor Larsen. Everyone admired the beautiful sea and surrounding towers.

Parent's Presentation

At night, all parents gave an English presentation, sharing insights and achievements of the past three weeks.

Parents Love Educational Trips!

Duunokid consistently brings rewarding and fun experiences to families.

Our family loved this trip to Chicago! We were able to experience so much, including taking cello lessons from Ms. Lehnhoff, going to the Shedd Aquarium, and hearing from various speakers. I especially enjoyed the many Q&A sessions available, where I was able to learn how to further my son's education and support him in his journey.

Grey's Mom Grey went on the 2019 Chicago Trip

Today, I finished three weeks of language learning perfectly with a presentation! I couldn't have asked for a better or more smooth experience, and I have the Duunokid team to thank for this.

May's Mom May went on the 2019 Chicago Trip

We loved our time with Duunokid at the University of Chicago Lab School! My son gained many good friends and two great teachers, and was excited to bring back and show his handiwork from Maker Space class every day (I have to say the quality is very good, I accidentally turned on the car switch in the middle of the night and it kept on speeding). With Duunokid, we also experienced a taste of the local students and family life- unforgettable memories were made and lots of practical knowledge was gained!

Kathy Mom who went on the 2019 Chicago Trip

One of our most valuable experiences was with Ms. Lenhoff, who spoke with us about learning music. She asked the parents if they'd learned a musical instrument on their own, and if so, why they hadn't stuck with it? We know that in all learning activities for children, there is a "social" environment where they learn with other people, keeping them interested. But what's special about learning an instrument is that some practice is done by yourself, with yourself. Ms. Lenhoff taught us how to support our kids to stay self-motivated when practicing.

Emma Mom who went on the 2019 Chicago Trip

Thanks to Duunokid, we got to go on a special group on a tour of Rockefeller Chapel and visit a musician who plays music with the 72 bells in the bell tower. I took my daughter there again later to let her experience the pleasing sound of different instruments. It was a wonderful experience of different world in a different cultural context.

Cindy Mom who went on the 2019 Chicago Trip