In a Chinese class at a primary school in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, Ms. Yang was surprised to find that the students' evaluation of the ancient traditional story "The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl" was beyond her expectations. In the past, the focus of the texts has always been to tell students about the class concept of feudal society and the constraints of the right family, but this generation of primary school students has new thinking. They generally believe that in this story, only the Queen Mother is in her right mind. They questioned why the Weaver Girl would choose a man like the Cowherd who was uneducated, moneyless, and not handsome? They think that the Weaver Girl is carried away by love and ignores their own rights and interests. They think that the Queen Mother is more rational and wise, and it is normal to oppose the marriage between the Weaver Girl and the Cowherd. These elementary school students use their own unique perspectives to make new judgments on traditional stories, showing their flexibility and critical thinking.
Expanding: This new perspective of primary school students is not only an evaluation of the story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, but also reflects their questioning of traditional concepts. In modern society, the younger generation is increasingly accepting of the influence of new ideas and has a different understanding of the constraints of traditional ideas. They pay more attention to individual rights and free will, and do not agree with the shackles and constraints left by the ancients. They want to be able to choose love, life, and future in their own way. While their minds may be immature, their new perspectives give people food for thought and inspiration.
In recent years, more and more teachers have reported that students in the new era have different views and evaluations of traditional stories. A famous teacher in Shenzhen said in an interview that it is normal for students in the new era to question traditional stories, and that some stories have outdated values and morals. For example, the story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, why do you have to learn Xi from them? Students are more interested in modern stories that reflect the real world. Their views and perceptions are more sober and unique than those of adults, which is an improvement.
Expansion: In the past, education focused on imparting knowledge and instilling moral values, and students only passively accepted it. Education now places more emphasis on developing students' judgment and critical thinking, encouraging them to think independently and express their opinions. By expressing their opinions and opinions, students are not only able to exercise their ability to express themselves, but also broaden their horizons and develop their ability to think independently. They learn to question and think from an early age, making them more open-minded and progressive.
The elementary school students carefully analyzed and questioned the behavior of the cowherd. They pointed out that the Cowherd peeked at the Weaver Girl bathing and secretly hid the Weaver Girl's clothes, which was illegal and disrespectful to women. They think that the normal thinking should be to catch the cowherd and punish him. Moreover, the Cowherd knew that his material conditions were very poor, but he insisted on turning the Weaver Girl into his wife, can such an act be called true love? They believe that the Cowherd did not pay any price for this, but instead took advantage of the Weaver Girl's fairy status and labor. The intelligence and sensitivity of elementary school students shows their sensitivity to emotional and moral issues.
Expanding: The primary school students' questioning of the Cowherd's behavior is not only a reflection on the story, but also reflects their sensitivity and thinking about social issues. They saw the importance of gender equality and moral bottom line from a small story. They want to be able to live in a just and equal society, free from bullying and disrespect. Their questioning and thinking show that they have a keen ability to observe and judge social issues.
The new evaluation of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl by primary school students is inseparable from the correct guidance of teachers and parents. In the process of nurturing children, parents and teachers gradually become aware of the limitations and limitations of traditional concepts. They allow children to express their true thoughts and encourage them to think critically and explore. They are also beginning to realize that it is more important to develop children's independent thinking and judgment than to worship authority and textbooks. They want their children to have their own fresh thoughts, to be able to see the world with their own eyes, and to think with their own minds.
Expansion: The progress of primary school students is due to the correct guidance of parents and teachers. They encourage children to think independently and express their opinions, giving them the freedom and space to do so. Instead of instilling fixed morals and values in their children, they encourage them to think and question. The open-mindedness and progressive consciousness of parents and teachers provide a good environment and conditions for children's growth.
Summary: The new evaluation of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl by primary school students shows their unique thinking and perspectives. From their own perspectives, they reinterpret and question traditional stories. This new way of thinking benefited from the enlightened education and guidance they received. Parents and teachers encourage children to think and question, and develop their independent thinking and judgment skills. This progress is positive and deserves to be encouraged and recognized.