Read Together
Two lines a day. Ask one question. Find one connection to life.
怀左纩，寘彼周行。
Keep cloth in the left arm and distribute it along the roads — an image of generosity and aid.
Rulers were expected to care for travelers and the poor.
Parent note: Ask kids how we can help others in small ways — sharing food, giving time, or donating clothes.
括囊无咎，慎言其盈。
Tie up the bag and no blame comes; be careful that words do not overflow.
This stresses restraint in speech and action — caution prevents mistakes.
Parent note: Talk about “filtering words” — think before speaking. Practice pausing before answering.
幸甚至哉，歌以咏志。
How fortunate indeed — singing to express one’s will.
Joy and purpose are shown in song and poetry, celebrating life’s blessings.
Parent note: Encourage kids to sing or write a small poem about something they are grateful for.
羲农播百谷，轩辕奋四兵。
Fu Xi and Shennong taught farming and spread grains; the Yellow Emperor raised four armies.
Ancient figures were remembered for building both livelihood and defense.
Parent note: Point out how different leaders contribute — some with food and farming, others with protection.
伐檀作伐，穴居野处。
Cutting wood for tools; living in caves or open fields.
Early humans survived with simple shelter and hard work.
Parent note: Compare with today — what are the basics we still need (food, shelter, water)?
旃裘旄服，后人是式。
They wore furs and feathered clothes; later generations followed their example.
Clothing evolved from survival needs into culture and tradition.
Parent note: Explore how clothes show culture. Ask: what does your favorite outfit say about you?
率性任道，修德象贤。
Follow one’s nature and uphold the Way; cultivate virtue and model the worthy.
The goal is to align our nature with goodness and copy good examples.
Parent note: Role models matter. Share a story of someone admirable and ask children who inspires them.
潜虽伏矣，显不露形。
Even when hidden, it remains; when visible, it does not boast.
True virtue exists whether seen or unseen, without showing off.
Parent note: Talk about kindness done in secret — helping without needing recognition.
Parent Prompts
- How can we practice generosity this week?
- What words do we need to “filter” before saying?
- Who is a role model you admire, and why?
- What good deed could you do quietly, without anyone knowing?