Read Together
Two lines a day. Ask one question. Find one connection to life.
依阶徙倚，伫立徘徊。
Leaning by the steps, standing and pacing.
Even small movements show our mood and self‑control.
Parent note: Ask: how can our body language show calm and respect?
持身整齐，步趋安详。
Keep oneself neat; walk with steady, peaceful steps.
Appearance and movement reflect respect for others and ourselves.
Parent note: Practice walking calmly into a room as if it’s a library.
旷嗟若屑，常以自强。
Don’t sigh and waste time; always work on strengthening yourself.
Energy should go into growth, not complaints.
Parent note: Choose one tiny habit to improve this week — 5 minutes is enough.
修业就班，学优登仕。
Study steadily and advance step by step; with excellence, one can serve the community.
Learning prepares us to be helpful.
Parent note: Celebrate small progress — a page read, a problem solved.
释纷解结，克定祸乱。
Untie disputes and knots; bring trouble under control.
Peacemakers protect everyone.
Parent note: Role‑play: how to calm an argument with kind words.
凭几据杖，孝友恭俭。
Leaning on desk or cane — show filial piety, friendship, respect, and frugality.
Simple living with kindness builds harmony.
Parent note: Ask: what does it look like to care for grandparents?
席不正不坐，器不洁不食。
Do not sit if the mat isn’t straight; do not eat if utensils aren’t clean.
Order and cleanliness keep us healthy and respectful.
Parent note: Mealtime rule: tidy the table, wash hands, then eat.
事君尽礼，朋友信义。
Serve leaders with full respect; be faithful and fair with friends.
Courtesy and trust are the pillars of community.
Parent note: Family motto: keep promises, speak politely.
Parent Prompts
- What body language shows calm and respect?
- What small habit will we improve this week?
- How can we “untie a knot” in a disagreement?
- What promise will we keep today?