Character Origin: National Studies Little Academy: Kindergarten Version

Author: Yu Feiyu
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: The "Three Character Classic," "Hundred Family Surnames," "Thousand Character Classic," "Thousand Family Poems," and "Disciples' Rules" were essential textbooks for children's early education for generations over centuries, and they remain favored by many education experts and knowledgeable parents today. Why? First, their content is excellent. These books teach children etiquette and knowledge. Understanding etiquette is the beginning of outstanding qualities; possessing knowledge is the first step in accumulating talent. For a child to achieve success on the long road of life, two essential conditions are outstanding qualities and exceptional talent. These traditional early education books have accurately grasped the relationship between children's foundational learning. Second, the form of these books is also excellent. They have been refined over generations, with concise language and rhymes, making them the best form for children to memorize. So, can we use these excellent books directly? Of course not. We should understand that anything with vitality must keep pace with the times. Some impatient parents may give children ancient classics in their "original form" to recite, but the results may not be ideal because "gathering" is one thing, while "absorbing" is another. To truly benefit today's descendants with the wisdom of our ancestors, these classics must be presented in a way that is appealing to modern children. This is exactly what we have strived to achieve in editing this "Little Academy of National Classics." The original text with elegant Pinyin, illustrations that blend childhood charm with ancient elegance, simple and vivid explanations, and instructive stories have given this series a modern appeal suitable for contemporary children. It successfully bridges traditional classics with modern civilization. In addition to these traditional early education books, we have also added "The Origin of Chinese Characters" to help children who use Chinese characters understand the origins of their homeland's script, making the foundational education more complete. We believe that any child who engages with this "Little Academy of National Classics" will truly absorb the "nutrients" needed for their early stages of life.