Last week, students from Years 7 to 12 explored the customs of the Dragon Boat Festival in their Chinese classes and enjoyed freshly steamed zòngzi (sticky rice dumplings).
Students learned about the origins of the festival, including the story of Qu Yuan, and explored some of the fascinating customs associated with this special day. These include dragon boat racing, hanging aromatic herbs, and making and eating zòngzi — glutinous rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves.
As part of the cultural experience, students had the opportunity to taste freshly steamed zòngzi filled with sweet red bean paste. It was a delicious and memorable treat! Many students commented on how much they enjoyed the unique flavour and the chance to take part in an authentic cultural tradition.
Ruby Lan
Teacher – Penquite
