Read Together
Two lines a day. Ask one question. Find one connection to life.
求古寻论，散虑逍遥。
Seek out ancient writings and thoughtful discussions; when wisdom sinks in, worries loosen and the heart feels free.
Reading big ideas helps children calm their minds and enjoy simple joys.
Parent note: Choose one short quote each week. Ask: what does it mean in our life today?
欣奏累遣，戚谢欢招。
Joy, once expressed, chases burdens away; when sadness is set down, gladness comes in.
Music, art, and gratitude can reset our mood.
Parent note: Keep a tiny “joy journal.” Write one good thing daily — even a smile counts.
渠荷的历，园莽抽条。
Lotus by the water shines bright; in the garden, grasses send out new shoots.
Nature’s small changes teach kids to notice details and seasons.
Parent note: Find one new leaf or bud this week and sketch it together.
枇杷晚翠，梧桐蚤凋。
Loquat trees stay green late into winter; the parasol tree drops its leaves early in autumn.
Different plants have different rhythms — just like people.
Parent note: Ask: what’s your learning rhythm — morning bird or evening owl?
陈根委翳，落叶飘摇。
Old roots lie twisted and withered; fallen leaves flutter and drift.
Even decay belongs to the cycle — endings make room for beginnings.
Parent note: Nature walk: collect one fallen leaf; talk about cycles — rest, renew, grow.
游鹍独运，凌摩绛霄。
A great bird soars alone, gliding up to the crimson heavens.
A child’s mind also needs quiet “soaring time” without noise or screens.
Parent note: Schedule a 10‑minute “soar time” — no devices, just looking, drawing, wondering.
耽读玩市，寓目囊箱。
Even in a busy market, the devoted reader sees only books and book‑boxes.
Focus is a superpower: we can choose what to pay attention to.
Parent note: Try a “focus bell”: 15 minutes of reading/drawing until the bell rings.
易輶攸畏，属耳垣墙。
Light words can be dangerous; remember, even walls may have ears.
Think before speaking — words travel farther than we think.
Parent note: Family rule: pause, breathe, then speak. Practice re‑phrasing blunt words kindly.
Parent Prompts
- Which quote or idea did you like this week? Why?
- Where did you spot a sign of the season?
- When was it hard to focus — and what helped?
- How can we speak carefully and kindly at home?