BFT China

This course pairs Chinese and American students of similar age and reading levels to engage in an enriching literary exchange. Throughout the course, each student will choose a book to read, relevant to their own cultural context. They will then share this book with their paired partner, creating an opportunity for cultural exchange and understanding. The books serve as a springboard for conversations about plot, narrative structure, cultural contexts, and personal insights. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts and perceptions, listen actively, and question curiously. This course strives to create a cultural bridge, fostering empathy, broadening worldviews, and cultivating the skills necessary for effective intercultural communication in our increasingly globalized world.

Shuyi Dai is an eleven-year-old from Hangzhou, China. She is a fifth grader who also takes on the role of a tutor at Bright Future Teens. Her drive for knowledge and learning is displayed in her achievements, such as earning Level 3 in Cambridge English and reaching Level 4 in playing the Zither, a traditional Chinese instrument. Shuyi has a broad range of interests. She enjoys painting, spending hours immersed in bringing her visions to life on canvas. She's also fond of crafting, pouring her creativity into each piece of handwork she creates. Reading is another activity she enjoys, often getting lost in the pages of her favorite books. Not one to stay still for too long, Shuyi also loves skating, an activity that keeps her energized.

Muyan Chen is a dedicated and detail-oriented Chinese Language Instructor with proven skills in creating a positive learning environment, lesson planning, and innovative teaching methods. Holding experience as a Teacher's Assistant at Beijing World Youth Academy, she is adept at collaborating on diverse projects and managing classroom environments. She also served as a Badminton Club Leader, displaying her talent in employing diverse instructional strategies to enhance student learning. Muyan completed an internship at the Beijing M&P Law Firm where she honed her organizational and communication skills. Currently pursuing her degree at Beijing World Youth Academy, Muyan is passionate about sports, music, travel, and movies. She is a native Mandarin speaker and is also bilingual in English.