With a knife, scissors and a comb, people in Shanxi can creatively turn the dough (面团) into different characters. The common ones are babies and animals. During many festivals, even now, they are sent to friends and families as gifts. But few young people can make them. |
More than 1, 000 years ago, the Bai people used Tie-dye (扎染) to make colorful clothes. During the Tang and Song Dynasties, it was popular. In the 1960s, it became a fashion in the US. Now some children learn it in their art classes. Hope more of them can join. |
As one of the most famous styles, Shu Embroidery is known for its smooth needlework (针线)and beautiful colors. However, because of cheaper products made by modern machines, fewer people buy handmade embroidery products, so the skill is in danger. Luckily, some young people are learning it. |
West Lake Longjing Tea Roasting Technique (炒茶技术) is an important part of Chinese tea culture. Although machines can do the job now, the quality is not good. Only by hand can we make tea leaves have the best color, shape and taste. We need to pass it down and let more young people learn it. |
To:Li HuaFrom:Mike |
Hi Li Hua, How's it going? I hope everything is OK with you!I am a hard﹣working boy and want to be a top student in my class. But in exams, I always make many careless mistakes. I really worry about it. What should I do to improve my performance in exams?Would you please give me some advice?I am looking forward to your reply. Mike |