Read Together
Two lines a day. Ask one question. Find one connection to life.
朝乾夕惕，居上克明。
From morning diligence to evening caution, those in high places must remain clear and bright.
Leadership requires both energy and humility.
Parent note: Ask: how can we be both hard‑working and careful in one day?
知微知彰，知柔知刚。
To know the subtle and the obvious, the gentle and the strong.
True learning balances opposites and sees both small and large.
Parent note: Invite kids to name one “small” detail and one “big” idea they noticed today.
进德修业，孟轲晏婴。
Advance in virtue and cultivate one’s work, like Mencius and Yan Ying.
Heroes are remembered for both wisdom and deeds.
Parent note: Ask: what’s one virtue we can practice this week at school or home?
孔怀兄弟，同气连枝。
Brothers love one another, like branches from the same tree.
Family harmony begins with kindness among siblings.
Parent note: Have children share one kind act they can do for a sibling or cousin.
交友投分，切磨箴规。
Friendship grows when values align; good friends sharpen each other with advice.
Healthy friendships build character.
Parent note: Ask: what makes a good friend? Share an example from your life.
仁慈隐恻，造次弗离。
Compassion and kindness should never leave us, even in hurried moments.
Habitual kindness shows true character.
Parent note: Practice a “compassion check” — one small act of kindness daily.
节义廉退，颠沛匪亏。
Integrity and modesty remain, even in hardship.
Values are tested when life is difficult.
Parent note: Share a story of someone who stayed honest under pressure.
性静情逸，心动神疲。
When our nature is calm, our feelings are at ease; when restless, the spirit grows tired.
Peace inside leads to strength outside.
Parent note: End the day with a short breathing exercise together — calm heart, calm mind.
Parent Prompts
- What is one way we practiced diligence today?
- What makes a good sibling or friend?
- How can kindness become a habit?
- What helps you calm your heart at night?