Picture Book Guided Reading Activity 2026: Stories That Connect Hearts and Minds

On 14 October 2026, the Chinese Language Department organised a Picture Book Guided Reading Activity as part of the post-examination programme for our Chinese Language Secondary 2 students. Through this one-hour activity, invited facilitators guided students in exploring meaningful picture books, encouraging them to think critically, appreciate different perspectives, and connect the stories to their own lives.

Aligned with our school’s vision of “Nurturing Future-Ready Canberrans”, the activity provided students with an engaging platform to deepen their appreciation of the Chinese language while developing essential life skills and positive values. Beyond language learning, the stories offered opportunities for students to reflect on family relationships, self-worth, empathy, and the importance of cherishing the people around them.

Three Stories, Three Meaningful Journeys

Students explored different picture books according to their classes, each offering its own valuable lessons and opportunities for reflection.

The Memory String – 2G3 students

Through The Memory String, students explored the significance of family memories and the emotions associated with loss, change, and acceptance. The story encouraged them to appreciate the enduring bonds between family members, understand the feelings of others, and recognise that embracing new relationships does not mean forgetting cherished memories. These reflections fostered gratitude, respect, and compassion.

Mole’s Gift – 2G21 and 2G22 students

Through Mole’s Gift, students reflected on self-worth, individuality, and the importance of recognising the unique qualities that each person possesses. The story reminded students that everyone has something valuable to offer, even when they may not recognise their own strengths. It encouraged them to appreciate themselves and others, build self-confidence, and develop a more inclusive mindset that respects individual differences.

Chou Chou – 2G23 and 2G1 students

Through Chou Chou, students explored the richness of childhood memories, the warmth of family relationships, and the value of cherishing the people who shape our lives. The story invited them to reflect on the connections between past and present, deepening their appreciation of family bonds and the memories that give meaning to everyday experiences.

Making Reading Meaningful

The Picture Book Guided Reading Activity demonstrated how literature can create meaningful learning experiences beyond the classroom. By engaging with stories that explored universal human experiences, students had the opportunity to strengthen their Chinese language appreciation while reflecting on values that are relevant to their everyday lives.

Through these shared reading experiences, we continue to nurture Canberrans who are curious in learning, resilient in facing challenges, and thoughtful in their interactions with others—young people who are ready to learn, grow, and contribute positively to the community.

2026年绘本导读活动：触动心灵、启迪思考的故事

2026年10月14日，中文部为中二华文学生举办了绘本导读活动，作为考后活动的一部分。在这项为时一小时的活动中，受邀的导读员带领学生阅读和探索富有意义的绘本，鼓励他们深入思考、欣赏不同的观点，并尝试将故事与自己的生活联系起来。

配合学校 “培育具备未来能力的康培学子”（Nurturing Future-Ready Canberrans） 的愿景，这项活动为学生提供了一个生动有趣的学习平台，让他们在提升对华文的兴趣与欣赏能力的同时，培养重要的生活技能和积极的价值观。除了学习语言，绘本故事也让学生有机会反思家庭关系、自我价值、同理心，以及珍惜身边人的重要性。

三个故事，三段有意义的阅读旅程

不同班级的学生阅读了不同的绘本。每一本绘本都蕴含着宝贵的启示，为学生带来了思考与反思的机会。

《记忆的项链》——2G3 班

通过阅读《记忆的项链》，学生探索了家庭回忆的意义，以及面对失去、改变与接纳时所产生的情感。故事鼓励学生珍惜家人之间长久而深厚的情感联系，理解他人的感受，并明白接纳新的关系并不意味着遗忘过去珍贵的回忆。这些反思有助于培养学生的感恩、尊重与关怀之心。

《鼹鼠的礼物》——2G21和2G22 班

通过阅读《鼹鼠的礼物》，学生反思了自我价值、个人独特性，以及认识和欣赏每个人不同特质的重要性。故事提醒学生，即使一个人尚未发现自己的长处，也依然拥有值得珍惜的特质，能够为他人带来贡献。故事鼓励学生欣赏自己与他人的优点，建立自信，并以更包容的心态尊重人与人之间的差异。

《臭臭》——2G23和2G1班

通过阅读《臭臭》，学生探索了童年回忆的丰富内涵、家庭关系的温暖，以及珍惜生命中重要之人的意义。故事引导学生思考过去与现在之间的联系，加深他们对亲情的体会，并让他们明白，生活中的点滴回忆能够为日常经历赋予更深刻的意义。

让阅读更有意义

这次绘本导读活动展现了文学作品如何为学生创造超越课堂的有意义学习体验。通过阅读和探索反映人生共同经历的故事，学生不仅有机会加深对华文的认识与欣赏，也能反思与日常生活息息相关的价值观。

透过这些共同阅读的体验，我们持续培育热爱学习、勇于面对挑战，并能体贴他人的康培学子，帮助他们做好准备，在学习中不断成长，并积极地为社区作出贡献