On the morning of April 16, 2026, the atmosphere at Son Ca Kindergarten, Tang Loong commune, Lao Cai province became bustling when the children enthusiastically participated in making banh troi - a meaningful experience of both learning and playing.
Under the enthusiastic guidance of the teachers, the small, pretty hands began to get used to sticky rice flour, skillfully rolling and kneading cakes. From the initial clumsy movements, the children gradually became more confident, creating white, round cakes.
Not only stopping at making cakes, the children also directly participate in the cake boiling stage, eagerly observing each cake ball floating on the water surface.
The moment of waiting and then enjoying the achievements made by themselves brings clear joy on each face. For the children, this is not only an experiential activity but also a memorable memory in their early years.
According to the school representative, the banh troi making activity is organized to help children access and understand the beauty of traditional culture of the nation, especially the meaning of Han Thuc Tet. Instead of just learning through stories, direct participation helps children remember longer and feel more clearly the value of folk culture.
In addition, the activity also contributes to training dexterity, developing practical skills, enhancing coordination and teamwork for children. Through each stage, children learn how to share and support friends, thereby forming necessary social skills.
Bringing traditional cultural experience activities into schools not only helps preserve and spread national cultural values but also contributes to educating the young generation from an early age.
The simple lessons from the "banh troi" cake have naturally and sustainably sown in children's hearts love for their homeland and country.
