On September 18, at the invitation of International School of Hellerup in Copenhagen, the China Cultural Center in Copenhagen joined the school’s International Day and introduced students to the art of Chinese calligraphy.

For the children, Chinese characters were new and fascinating. They had the chance to hold a calligraphy brush for the first time, dip it in ink and write on traditional Chinese rice paper. With guidance from the staff, they learned how to hold the brush, use ink and make their first strokes.

The children were curious and asked many questions about Chinese characters and calligraphy. Some were careful with their first strokes, while others quickly became confident and enjoyed trying out the brush. The excitement on their faces was clear when they successfully wrote their first Chinese character.

Panda gifts were also prepared for the children as a small reward. They happily showed each other their calligraphy and took home a special memory of Chinese culture.

Through this hands-on experience, the children discovered that Chinese calligraphy is not only a way of writing, but also an important part of Chinese culture and art. They experienced the beauty of Chinese characters through every stroke and developed a greater interest in Chinese culture.

Cultural exchange does not always need a big stage. A brush, a piece of rice paper and a group of curious children can also become a bridge between cultures. Through this school activity, the China Cultural Center brought Chinese culture closer to young people in Denmark and other different countries in a simple, fun and engaging way.