小宝 and 小美 try making pottery together, learning about the process of creating ceramics and the culture of Chinese pottery.

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《English Translation》

小宝: 小美, today we’re going to make pottery!
小美: Great! I’ve always wanted to try making ceramics.
小宝: The teacher said we can make a small bowl or a cup.
小美: I want to make a vase to hold beautiful flowers.
小宝: Then I’ll make a cup to drink water from.
小美: Making ceramics seems pretty difficult—we have to shape the clay.
小宝: Yes, and we also need to use the pottery wheel to spin the clay, which looks fun.
小美: My vase is a bit crooked, but it’s quite cute.
小宝: My cup isn’t very round either, but making it myself feels really special.
小美: I didn’t realize pottery requires so many techniques. No wonder Chinese ceramics are so famous!

小刚 and 小宝 discuss why the Hong Kong celebrity 李日朗 shaved his head and became a monk, and they reflect on why people choose such a lifestyle.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, today Mom was watching the news and said that a celebrity became a monk! Doesn't he want to act in movies anymore?
小刚: You're talking about 李日朗, right? He acted in many TV dramas before, but recently he seems to have faced a lot of unhappy things, so he decided to go to India for a short-term retreat.
小宝: Why was he unhappy? Isn't he a celebrity? Celebrities should be happy, right?
小刚: Actually, being a celebrity is also very tough. His career hasn't been going very well, and the girlfriend he loved married someone else, which made him very sad.
小宝: Oh, I see... So will becoming a monk make him happy?
小刚: Not necessarily, but many people believe that becoming a monk can help them calm down and find a new direction. 李日朗 probably wants to take some time to think about his future.
小宝: Will he come back to acting in movies in the future?
小刚: It's possible. He is only doing a short-term retreat, so maybe after he figures things out, he will return to the entertainment industry and continue acting.
小宝: Hmm, I hope he becomes happy! Brother, if I feel unhappy in the future, can I become a monk too?
小刚: Becoming a monk is not a way to escape problems. We can find other ways to make ourselves happy, like talking with family, traveling, or finding new hobbies.
小宝: Hmm, then I'll eat lots of delicious food so I won't be unhappy!

刘娜 and David talk about their favorite singers. David mentions 周杰伦, and 刘娜 introduces 李荣浩.

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《English Translation》

刘娜: David, do you have a favorite singer?
大卫: Yes, I like 周杰伦! His songs are really good.
刘娜: Oh, 周杰伦 is very famous. I like his songs too!
大卫: Teacher, who is your favorite singer?
刘娜: I like 李荣浩. His songs are really good and interesting.
大卫: 李荣浩? I haven’t heard of him. Is he a Chinese singer?
刘娜: Yes, he’s a Chinese singer. He has a song called '年少有为,' which I really like.
大卫: That sounds great! I’ll look it up and give it a listen.
刘娜: Sure! Next time, you can tell me if you like his songs.
大卫: Okay, thanks for the recommendation, teacher!

小刚 tells 小宝 about the risks of QR code theft and teaches him how to protect his money.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, what is a QR code?
小刚: A QR code is a small black-and-white square that contains information. People can scan it with their phones to open websites, add friends, or make payments.
小宝: That sounds so convenient! But why do some people say QR codes can steal money?
小刚: Because some bad people secretly take pictures of your 'payment code' and use it to spend your money. Especially if you have 'password-free payment' enabled, your money will be deducted automatically.
小宝: Then what should I do? How can I protect my money?
小刚: You can turn off 'password-free payment' and be careful not to show your payment code to others.
小宝: Got it! I'll tell Mom and Dad so they can be careful too!

黄刚 and 陈花 discuss how young people are redefining Valentine's Day with humor and creativity.

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《English Translation》

黄刚: 小花, I just read an article saying that young people nowadays are celebrating Valentine's Day in increasingly creative, even somewhat 'unconventional' ways.
陈花: Oh? How 'unconventional' are we talking?
黄刚: For example, making dinner at home, DIY-ing a spicy snack bouquet, and even buying 'breakup gifts' at low prices from second-hand platforms!
陈花: Haha, that's really resourceful! But it's actually quite nice—there’s a sense of occasion without mindless spending.
黄刚: Exactly, and now single people are embracing 'Lemon Day' instead of feeling left out. They gather for meals, joke about couples, and flood their social media with money-related emojis, wishing for wealth instead.
陈花: It seems like young people have turned Valentine's Day into an entertainment event rather than just a celebration of romance.
黄刚: Right! Some even choose to just 'chill'—ordering takeout, playing games, and completely ignoring the holiday.
陈花: Speaking of which, maybe we don’t have to stick to traditional ways either. How about we try something new this year?
黄刚: Like what? Don’t tell me you want me to give you a spicy snack bouquet?
陈花: No, no, my request is simple—let’s just order takeout, watch a movie, and roast it together. How about a 'cozy blanket cinema' night?
黄刚: Haha, that actually sounds very on-trend! In the end, as long as we’re happy, that’s all that matters.

Teacher 刘 asks 优子 why she came to China, and 优子 explains that it is because of her husband's job.

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《English Translation》

刘娜: 优子, why did you come to China?
优子: My husband came to China for work.
刘娜: Oh, what does he do?
优子: He works at a technology company.
刘娜: A technology company, that’s great! Where do you live?
优子: We live in 上海.
刘娜: 上海 is beautiful! Do you like 上海?
优子: Yes! 上海 is big, and there are many people.

刘娜 and David talk about the music they like.

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《English Translation》

刘娜: David, do you like listening to music?
大卫: Yes! I listen to music every day.
刘娜: What kind of music do you like to listen to?
大卫: I like pop music and also some old songs. What about you, teacher?
刘娜: I like listening to Chinese traditional music, and sometimes I listen to pop music too.
大卫: Chinese traditional music? For example?
刘娜: For example, guzheng music. It’s very pleasant and calming.
大卫: That sounds interesting! I’d like to give it a listen.
刘娜: Sure! Next time, I’ll recommend a few good pieces to you.
大卫: Thank you, teacher!

小刚 and 小宝 discuss the international popularity of 'Nezha 2', with foreign audiences becoming increasingly interested in Chinese mythology.

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《English Translation》

小宝: Brother, I heard from dad that 'Nezha 2' is very popular abroad, is that true?
小刚: Yes, it's true! The movie has been released in the United States, Australia, and Germany, and many foreigners praise its quality and gave it high ratings.
小宝: Why do they like it so much?
小刚: Some say the visuals are incredibly beautiful, others think the story is fascinating, and some became interested in Chinese mythology after watching it.
小宝: Wow, so will they learn more about Chinese mythological stories?
小刚: Yes! Some foreigners have started studying 'The Investiture of the Gods', wanting to learn more about Nezha, Jiang Ziya, and their stories.
小宝: That's great! If there were animated films about Sun Wukong or the White Snake, they would surely love them too!
小刚: Exactly! There are so many Chinese mythological stories, perhaps more excellent movies will be made in the future to show the world.

优子 introduces herself in her first Chinese class and tells Teacher 刘 that she is Japanese.

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《English Translation》

刘娜: Hello! I’m 刘娜, you can call me Teacher 刘.
优子: Hello, Teacher 刘! My name is 优子.
刘娜: 优子, that’s a beautiful name! Where are you from?
优子: I’m Japanese.
刘娜: Oh, Japanese! Welcome to learning Chinese.
优子: Thank you! I really enjoy learning Chinese.
刘娜: Great! Then let’s get started!
优子: Okay! Please guide me well!

黄刚 and 陈花 discuss how young people are giving new meaning to Women's Day and the diverse ways they celebrate it.

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《English Translation》

黄刚: 小花, have you noticed that this year's Women's Day is getting more attention than before? Many young people are actively discussing it on social media and even starting celebrations early.
陈花: Yes! I've seen many people sharing photos of their mothers, sisters, and friends, capturing their wonderful moments in work and life. It’s not just about celebrating the holiday—it’s a way of showing respect and recognition for women.
黄刚: Exactly! I also saw people organizing offline events, like speeches, inspirational stories of women, and even participating in charity activities to support women in need.
陈花: These activities are truly meaningful! Compared to simply giving gifts or having dinner gatherings, these ways of celebrating better reflect the true value of Women's Day by drawing attention to women's contributions and social status.
黄刚: Moreover, young people's focus on Women's Day, in a way, also reflects their efforts to carry on cultural traditions. After all, Women's Day is not just a holiday—it carries recognition for women's hard work and achievements.
陈花: That’s right! More and more people are realizing that Women's Day is not just for women, but a day for the whole society to celebrate and reflect on together.
黄刚: It looks like Women's Day is becoming more influential. Let's celebrate together on March 8th this year!
陈花: Of course! Happy Women's Day! I hope every woman is respected and recognized!