Teaching Children to Preserve Traditional Culture in a Global Environment

In this era of international integration, reconnecting with traditional cultural identity has become more challenging than ever. However, this serves as a crucial foundation for children to understand themselves and gain confidence in a rapidly changing world.

So, how can parents teach their children to preserve traditional culture in a globalized environment? This article offers useful tips for parents.

1. Preserve Through Participation in Traditional Activities

Children learn best through hands-on experiences. Parents should encourage their children to participate in traditional festivals such as Tet, Mid-Autumn Festival, or family rituals like ancestor memorial ceremonies. Teach them beautiful customs such as giving lucky money (lì xì), greeting elders respectfully, and preparing traditional meals.

Victoria School - Riverside students exploring the cultural heritage of the past. 

At Victoria School, the school organises a variety of enriching activities that help children connect with national culture. Events like "Vietnamese Tet Experience," "Literary Theatre Project," or trying on traditional costumes from different regions, particularly at Victoria Preschool - Mailand Hoang Dong, have left wonderful memories in the hearts of students. Through these activities, children not only gain a deeper understanding of cultural values but also develop pride in being part of it.

2. Blend Tradition with Modern Technology

Technology can serve as an accompanying bridge to help children engage with traditional culture in an appealing way. Introduce them to documentaries, videos on legends or history, or E-books on folktales.

Victoria School - Saigon South students experiencing the Vietnamese Tet atmosphere

with a toy figurine artisan.

Additionally, parents can encourage children to join online groups or activities related to culture. For instance, a competition on traditional musical instruments hosted on YouTube could inspire children to delve deeper into traditional music.

At Victoria School, modern technology is leveraged to support lessons on national culture. Projects such as literary presentations via video, exploring history through interactive applications, or designing posters of literary works on digital platforms have helped students learn and be creative at the same time. This not only enhances interest but also sparks their passion for cultural heritage.

3. Encourage Pride in Their Roots

One of the most effective ways to preserve culture is to instill national pride in children. Share with them inspiring stories about successful Vietnamese individuals on the international stage or take them to visit historical sites to help them appreciate the value of their origins.

Victoria Preschool - Mailand Hoang Dong students in traditional attire.

Victoria School consistently integrates lessons on national pride into its daily curriculum. From re-enacting literary works through theatre projects to organising extracurricular activities like museum visits, students are given profound and meaningful opportunities to explore cultural and historical values. These experiences not only educate but also instill a deep sense of the power of tradition and national spirit.

Victoria School - Saigon South students reenacting the literary work

"The Ivory Comb" through the “Literary Theatre Project.”

Preserving traditional culture in a global environment is a journey that requires collaboration between families and schools. Parents can start with small yet meaningful actions, combined with support from educational institutions like Victoria School, which values the promotion of national identity. Together, let us nurture a generation that takes pride in their roots, while being ready to integrate and shine on the global stage.

Nhung Nguyễn