Five schools from Dongying district, Dongying city, Shandong province showcased how local heritage is enriching modern-day learning at a provincial exhibition on high-quality education in Shandong from Aug 21 to 23.
Students from five schools in Dongying district showcase intangible cultural heritage (ICH) handicrafts at the exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: dyqgov]
Students presented straw weaving, pottery, cloisonne, traditional drumming, diabolo and textile crafts, drawing inspiration from the Yellow River Estuary and Dongying's cultural traditions.
Straw-woven handicrafts created by students are displayed at the exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: dyqgov]
Cloth handicrafts made by students are displayed at the exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: dyqgov]
Rather than treating intangible cultural heritage as something to be preserved only in museums, the schools are bringing it into everyday learning. Students weave using wheat straw and corn husks, shape pottery from Yellow River clay, recreate wetland landscapes through handicrafts, and explore traditional motifs through embroidery and fabric art.
Students create clay handicrafts at the exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: dyqgov]
These activities combine cultural learning with art, physical education and practical skills, helping students develop creativity, concentration and aesthetic awareness while strengthening their connection to their hometown.
A team of drummers from a primary school in Dongying performs at the exhibition. [Photo/WeChat account: dyqgov]
Dongying district continues to expand locally inspired school courses and workshops, making traditional culture a living part of students' all-round development.
