Welcome to Ancient China!
Join host Laura as we embark on an exciting exploration to meet Confucius, an influential teacher and thinker whose ideas of kindness, respect, and learning have guided generations for over 2,500 years.
In this Episode:
🗺️ Travel Back in Time: Discover who Confucius was, where he lived, and why his teachings still matter today.
🗣️ Learn Mandarin: Say hello (nǐ hǎo), teacher (lǎoshī), thank you (xiè xie), and more!
🎓 Big Ideas: Explore filial piety (respect for family), the Golden Rule, and the joy of lifelong learning.
🎲 Play Games: Test your knowledge with fun activities like "Would Confucius Approve?" and "Confucius Says."
🌳 Imaginative Journey: Step into Confucius's outdoor classroom and experience his wisdom firsthand.
🌉 Friendship Bridge: See how Confucius’s ideas connect across Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and the Bahá’í Faith, showing common threads of kindness and respect.
✨ Belief Backpack Treasures: Add new treasures like the Family Compass, Mirror of Curiosity, and Golden Rule Ribbon.
📜 Wise Words Quest: Become a wisdom hunter and collect advice from family, teachers, and friends.
📖 Story Time: Learn a valuable lesson from Jun and Confucius about what truly matters—our hearts and actions, not just shiny objects.
🎨 Activity Extras:
Download your special Confucius coloring page and Wise Words Quest printable to continue exploring and having fun at home!
📚Book Corner:
🎉 Special Shout-Outs:
Thanks to our superstar listeners Jackson and Jillian, and all grownups tuning in to learn together!
✈️ Up Next: Prepare for an exciting adventure exploring the Hajj, a special journey millions of Muslims take each year.
👉 Join the Conversation:
What did you add to your Belief Backpack today?
Share your favorite piece of wisdom from the Wise Words Quest!
