The Vibrations of the Soul ② The Five Gifts of Life: 100 Micro-stories That Touch Middle School Students

Author: Liu Haitao
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: If life deceives you, do not be sad, do not be angry! When in distress, stay calm: believe that the days of happiness will surely come. The heart yearns for the future; though now it may be frustrating: everything is fleeting, everything will pass; and what has passed will become dear. As a research-based curriculum, the "Read and Reflect" series introduces "micro-fiction, poetry, prose, essays, stories, and other literary genres" into secondary school Chinese teaching. It enables students to learn how to conduct research around a topic and reflect their research findings in writing. Thus, it has become a comprehensive activity that integrates reading, appreciation, research, and writing, benefiting students' literary appreciation and analytical reading skills, as well as enhancing their overall Chinese literacy. This book is edited by the renowned Chinese micro-fiction writer Teng Gang. Mr. Teng Gang widely consulted opinions from secondary school teachers and students, as well as outstanding micro-fiction writers. After repeatedly selecting from nearly a thousand excellent works recommended from various regions, this anthology was created. It serves as both reading material for literary enthusiasts among secondary school students and a textbook for optional Chinese courses. Additionally, it serves as a reference for students engaging in research-based reading.