At home, there is me

Author: Chen Lei
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: This book is“a book locked in a drawer, never to be opened by parents,” and its appeal to children is undeniable. The unique and candid declarations of the main character, Guima Xing, and his classmate, enough to capture the attention of young readers, are complemented by vivid and lifelike illustrations. Every character's personality leaps off the page. Before even starting to read, students will sense an existing camaraderie among characters like Guima Xing, Liu Yiran, and Tian Wenwen, making us eager to continue reading.
The protagonist, Guima Xing, is a child with a distinct personality—intelligent, quick-witted, unafraid to break rules, and possessing the playful nature of children, always having his own opinions. On the surface, he seems like a troublemaker, but in reality, children like Guima Xing are highly adaptable. With the right teacher and proper guidance, they can grow rapidly. Tian Wenwen is a typical well-behaved girl—studious, kind, filial, and always willing to help others. At a young age, she embodies the traditional virtues of the Chinese nation, making her a beloved character.
The portrayal of Liu Yiran is also very successful—it’s not uncommon to find people like him in real life. After reading, students might think, "This Liu Yiran, isn’t he like someone we know?" Similarly, characters like Qiao Yuting, Su Xiaobing, Xiao Handou, and Li Mengtao are instantly familiar to students. Moreover, the language of the novel reflects the characteristics of contemporary children, showing that the author has put considerable effort into this aspect. Although the author has a scientific background, their ability to master language, especially children’s language, is no less than those with a literary background. Instead, it provides the best platform for combining the author’s rational and, allowing us to enjoy a cool and stylish novel full of the spirit of modern children while also delivering meaningful social education.
It is worth mentioning that the author subtly weaves educational philosophies into the novel’s content, and some are expressed through the children’s own voices, making this book an excellent example of "learning through fun" for children. This book is suitable for both children and parents. Even adults find it deeply engaging, with every chapter leaving a lingering impression, as if reliving their own childhood in a different way.