About this Event
Join BigBang Artwork for a free, family-friendly cultural experience designed for children and their families to explore the beauty of Chinese traditions through stories, creativity, and hands-on activities.
“The Taste of Solar Terms” introduces children to the traditional Chinese concept of the 24 Solar Terms—a system that reflects seasonal changes, nature, and everyday life—through engaging storytelling and interactive art-making.
This event is designed to be welcoming, thoughtful, and joyful, offering children a meaningful way to connect with culture beyond a traditional storytime.
What Children Will Experience
📖 Storytime & Guided Reading
Children will enjoy selected stories from The 24 Solar Terms picture book series, learning how seasons, food, and daily life are connected through simple and engaging narratives.
🎨 Hands-On Craft: Solar Terms Wheel
Each child will create their own rotating “Solar Terms Wheel,” helping them visualize how the year moves through seasons and time.
🖍 Creative Art & Interactive Q&A
Children will draw their favorite seasonal foods and participate in light, interactive questions to reinforce learning in a fun way.
Special Highlights
🐼 Giant Panda Interaction
A friendly “giant panda” will join the event to interact with children, take photos, and create a joyful atmosphere.
📜 Participation Certificate
Every child will receive a commemorative “The Taste of Solar Terms” participation certificate.
📘 Early Registration Gift (Limited)
The first 20 registered families will receive a signed copy of
My Father Xu Beihong,
personally autographed by Ms. Xu Fangfang, daughter of the renowned Chinese artist Xu Beihong.
Limited quantity. While supplies last.
Educators & Guests
- Lead Educator
Bilingual immersion teacher from the Hayward School District,
graduate of Tsinghua University,
with extensive experience in bilingual and cross-cultural education. - Guest Attendees
- Sunnyvale City Library – Program Manager
- Saratoga School District – Multilingual Program Representative
- Representatives from the Education and Culture Offices of the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco
Who Should Attend
- Families with preschool and elementary-aged children
- Children interested in stories, art, and cultural experiences
- Parents looking for a meaningful, enriching weekend activity
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
University of East-West Medicine, 595 Lawrence Expressway, Sunnyvale, United States
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