Language for Fun
May 2026
Writing a Lune Poem Contest
We have learned haiku, senryu, fibonacci poems. This time we try a lune poem which is also a short poem with three lines either three-five-three words or five-three-five syllables. This is indeed known as American haiku. Now we add Chinese cultural elements here. Let me give you an example here.
Three-Five-Three Words:
race the boat
along the river the dragonflies
wow the winners
Five-Three-Five Syllables:
Salutations! Weave
webs Mulan
on her way armoured
More examples and information about lune poems. Click!
May 2026
Comparing Three Stories: Ah Choy, Shadow and Thank You Ma'am
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[4B03] HUNG SAU FUNG
The three stories revolve around the lives of Trash Hag, Roger, and Ying. The first story is about an elderly cleaner, nicknamed "Trash Hag," who cannot have her dog. She uses discarded paper to sculpt figures of her beloved childhood dog, preserving memories of her past. The second story features Roger, who attempts to steal Mrs. Jones' purse. She treats him with kindness, feeding him and giving him money for shoes to teach him a lesson about trust. The third story follows Ying, a student living in public housing, facing academic pressure and the fear of her mother's working-class life, ultimately finding comfort in her mother’s quiet, intuitive love.
These three stories are also about love. In Roger's story, a woman shows kindness to him despite his thievery. In Ah Choy, the elderly cherishes her dog and holds onto memories of her childhood pet.
Ying's narrative is about the love she receives from her mother and ultimately finding strength in that maternal bond. I love Roger's story the most because it is very inspiring and evokes a memorable feeling. The woman’s kindness teaches him the importance of being a good person and provides him with a glimpse of love.
[4A16] POON CHING LAM
I like the characters of "Lapsup Por" and Ying. The story of Ah Choy is interesting because Lapsup Por had to give her dog to her neighbors when her family moved to a new house. Even many years later, she still holds a place in her heart for Ah Choy and collects trash to create different versions of him. These pieces of "rubbish" are not just trash to her but they are a bridge to her past that reminds her of the happy days they spent together. I like this character because she is a sentimental person, a quality I find very valuable.
I also like Ying from the story "Shadows," a student preparing for her public examinations. I appreciate that she has goals, such as finding a better job and living in a better house rather than public housing. Although Granny Li always says Ying looks exactly like her mother, Ying struggles with this comparison afraid to become her mother and repeating the same life of struggle while she loves her mother and appreciates her hardworking character. I think Ying is an ordinary person striving to become better. The story of "Shadows" taught me to accept who I am.
[4B07] SIU NGA CHING
I find that Shadow by Flo Au resonates with me the most.
Ying, our protagonist is also a student like us, facing the inevitable challenge of DSE. I'm sure that the anxiety and challenges faced by her are things that every student in Hong Kong struggles with it as well. Ying imposed huge expectations on herself, not wanting to fall back into her mother’s footsteps and miss the chance of making her life better. I find that to be pretty relatable, as I too give myself harsh expectations on my academics in hopes of getting a good life in the future. That’s why when at the end of the passage, Ying’s mom brought her the food she was craving without her saying so as an encouragement, it acted as a reminder for me that there are also people who care about and support me in this journey.
This piece also reflects the harsh reality of our seemingly advanced city, which is that people living in two different blocks just across the street can have such a huge gap in their quality of life and income. This serves as a reminder to all of us that there is still great inequality in our society, and that we should keep striving to balance it.
[4D22] KAN SEE POK CLEMENT
I read “Thank you ma’am”. It is a well written and heartwarming story about a woman who barely dodged being robbed by a kid. After sidestepping and grabbing the kid by his clothes, the woman would take him in back home. The kid washed the grime off his face and had a good dinner. However, the woman could not have possibly kept him home, so she sent him off with a good sum of money. The moral of the story is to be good to those who were down and poor, although they may try to take advantage of you, they deserve help, just like the kid did. The kid did it out of necessity, so the woman gave him a chance to redeem himself.
Personally, I resonate with the kid, when I’m down in the trenches, someone pulling me out would be nice. The story was pretty good, and it was a good read. Personally, I like the kid more than the lady. While the lady was a considerate woman, it’s hard to resonate with her kindness. I found it easier to find myself in the shoes of the kid, in the trenches and just trying to survive, hoping that a friend would pull me out of the misery. I hold on to the fact that my friends would be there for me. The kid was grateful to the lady, which was a relatable response. Therefore, I identify most with the kid.
[4A12] LIU CHEUK YAN
Based on our group discussion of "Thank You, Ma’am," "Shadows," and "Ah Choy," I believe I have gained a deeper understanding of the thoughts and difficulties faced by people struggling in different aspects of life. All three stories focus on disadvantaged characters who are enduring tough times. Mrs. Jones from "Thank You, Ma’am" uses kindness to save a lost teenager, while Ying in "Shadows" grapples with exam pressure and the fear of repeating her mother’s fate. Ah Choy, the elderly cleaner, finds comfort in her memories of a dog. I relate the most to Ying from "Shadows." I can empathize with her feelings of anxiety regarding public exams and concerns about the future. I often worry about whether I will have a better life as an adult. I also have her fear of receiving poor grades as well. Ying is thoughtful, kind, and caring toward the people in her life, which makes the story touching. Despite feeling lost, she continues to strive forward and in warm conversations with others. Her struggles mirror my own teenage worries, creating a strong connection between us. These stories teach me to face difficulties bravely and to treat others with kindness.
In response, I really appreciate the observation about "Shadows," especially the focus on Granny Li, which I hadn’t fully considered before. It’s so touching how lonely Granny Li is, living alone with little care from her busy children. Fortunately, Ying’s care for Granny Li shows what a gentle person she is, despite her own stress over exams. This realization highlights that the story isn’t solely about Ying’s teenage pressure, but also about the many lonely seniors in our communities, and how small acts of kindness from individuals like Ying can warm their hearts.
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May 2026
Funny Group Story Writing
What kind of story do you think you can create with your friends?
How to use the vocabulary you learned to create something hilarious?
Enjoy the paragraphs written by F.3 ENA Kiddos last year (2025-26). Taste the sweetness of laughter!
May 2026
A Glimpse of the Stories below:
Do you want to be taught by Ms. X? What is your dream teacher like?
Do you like penguins? Their adorable and chubby bodies always captivate many hearts.
Say "No" to Violence and Be a Good Student!
When love becomes poisonous...
How hard can you work?
Images below are generated by Wix AI
Ms. X's lessons are not cliché like those of other school teachers; she always has a variety of groundbreaking ideas that make her lessons captivating and electrifying. Though you be curious about the noise in her classroom, one thing is for sure: the lessons are never filled with uproar. All the noise is simply the sound of active and friendly teaching and learning. She is also a workaholic, dedicating herself to her students the art of teaching. Thanks to positive word of mouth, Ms. X is highly welcomed by her students. Sometimes she even cracks jokes; although her humor may not always land, she is a kind and caring teacher who helps us overcome our setbacks, guiding us to a dazzling future without shattering our dreams. We cannot find a teacher as authentic as Ms. X.
3A Hailey's group (2025-26)
Once upon a time, there was an obese penguin who was obsessed with a variety of food, especially authentic fish and chips. One day, the penguin was skipping, yet he never knew that what he was doing could take a toll on the spectacular environment of Antarctica. His leaps shattered the ice, causing a tsunami. Inevitably, he received lots of negative word-of-mouth from the penguins around him. Suddenly, penguin teacher Ms. X appeared, stopping the humorless intrusive criticism from other little penguins and warning them not to make fun of his body shape. Since then, Ms. X had become the obese penguin’s hero. He found his confidence, and with the aid of Ms. X and other penguins, he started doing other types of exercise like planking and sit-ups to keep fit. He soon became a dazzling star in his class, paying special attention to Ms. X’s lessons and actively engaging in all the eco-friendly acts.
3B Terry's Group (2025-26)
There’s groundbreaking news! The news is about a student called Tintin who plotted to do a variety of strange things in his school. According to the sources, Tintin hated to go to school to learn. He was terribly introverted and obsessed with all sorts of violent online games. He attempted to play cruel tricks on his schoolmates and teachers. He even planned to shatter some classroom windows, creating a dangerous environment for others to stop them from having lessons. Fortunately, his schoolmates and teachers found it out, and then he was caught by the police before his act. Tintin blamed it on his intrusive thoughts and kept claiming that he was innocent. Considering the severity of his criminal intention, the police and school came up with a spectacular idea that Tintin had to be locked in a mental hospital and chained to his seat to have lessons and be forced to read self-help books from day to night, and for weeks, months, and years without any games until he could show electrifying love for learning and people around him. The end.
3B Reason's group (2025-26)
John, who was a humorless person, tried to persuade his alcoholic girlfriend to quit drinking. He told her lots of clichéd jokes, but she thought that he was too boring and let her intrusive thoughts take over—so she got drunk again. This shattered John mentally and physically. In a desperate attempt to win her back, John staged a groundbreaking public apology outside her apartment, but his grand gesture caused a massive uproar among the neighbors. Despite these crushing setbacks, he stood there in the pouring rain, with a huge bottle of alcohol, his face glowing with a sickly, neon-green hue from the toxins of love and infatuation.
3A Stelice's group (2025-26)
Jack feels that all the stories he writes are humourless and uninspiring. He tries desperately to find a less clichéd hook for this novel he’s been working on, and yet he can’t find one. One day, he meets with Ms. X, who is a workaholic novelist and has studied the art of writing for years. Jack is very obsessed with Ms. X’s novels and has read all her books. Meeting someone whose works are so captivating to him that he can’t stop thinking about the stories and characters months after finishing them, Jack sees this as a spectacular opportunity to shatter his creative setbacks and start anew.
At last, Jack writes the Mary Potter series, which earns him positive word of mouth. It even attracts the attention of the famous writer, J. K. Rowling, who wants to co-write with him for his next popular series. Hard work does pay off.
3B Ivan's group (2025-26)
Miss X was an intrusive alcoholic who was obsessed with a variety of alcohol. She found the glowing bottles of alcohol captivating. One day, she went to a bar to have a drink to relax. Unfortunately, she realized that there was a dead cockroach in it. She dropped her glass, shattering it into pieces. The panic took a toll on her, making her pass out, and she was sent to the hospital. It quickly spread through word of mouth, which her students found humorous, but which was humorless to Miss X. Her students were thrilled to hear the spectacular news of her absence at school. After being released from the hospital, Miss X learnt that she should quit drinking and punish the students for taking a toll on her ego. It was her time to fight back—as the Devil who Teaches English. She returned.
3B Zoe Poon's group (2025-26)
Shortlisted Senryu Poems (F.1-F.5)
1st Term 2025-26
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Senryu Poems
1st Term 2025-26
For creative writing, we have tried haiku poems before. This year, we learn another similar type of poetry called senryu, which originates in Japan again. Haiku poems chiefly focus on the theme of nature and are more serious while senryu, more on human interaction and more humorous. Both types of poems generally follow the same structure with 5, 7, 5 syllables though there are modern variations. You can refer to the links below and read some classic senryu poems.
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-write-senryu-poems
https://poetrysociety.org/poems-essays/on-poetry/senryu-the-haikus-comic-cousin
Below are some simple senryu poems I wrote (super simple as I spent a few minutes on it. You must write better than me). Enjoy and try yourself.
We reach the venue
after hours of traffic.
It was held last night.
Desire for fitness,
we eat junk, sleep late, lie flat,
our daily routine.
Teach kids not to lie!
Adults lie, white, grey or black.
Our true nature.
More Senryu poems shared with you:
I just taught my class Senryu poems and created more in the lessons. I am also inspired by my students' works too. Give you a taste of their works as well.
My works:
Reality
Rapunzel let down
her hair. He climbed up and up.
"It hurts!" She cut it.
Kissed by Prince Charming,
Snow White opened her eyes wide and
she slapped his face hard!
Fashion
CryBaby she wants.
They queue and buy. A fake one!
She cries like babies.
Selected Senryu Poems by F.3 Students
Wise we think we are.
We cut trees and create trash.
How stupid we are!
Reason Lee 3B (2025-26)
Bell rings throughout class.
All dead students come alive,
shooting home like darts.
Cheung Yi Ning 3B (2025-26)
Cinderella drops
her slipper on the staircase.
"I should've Gucci."
Zoe Lau 3B (2025-26)
The Almighty knight
slaying evils all his might
leads them to the light.
Zoe Poon 3B (2025-26)
F.4 Online Discussion Forum
1st Term 2025-26
Do you like the graphic novel version of Alice in Wonderland?
Which version do you prefer,
graphic or original word versions with some illustrations? Why?
F.5 Online Discussion Forum:
Where East Meets West
1st Term 2025-26
Madness
is one of the themes in Alice in Wonderland (AiW).
Do you still remember how it manifests in the story?
Why can we find the elements of madness there?
What do you think the writer wants to show through the mad acts of the characters and storyline?
F.4 & F.5 AIW Online Discussion Forum
1st Term 2024-25
2nd Term 2024-25
After watching the musical ‘Alice in Wonderland’, F.4 and F.5 students engaged in reflective discussions, comparing the musical to the original story, sharing their insights on character portrayals and themes like growth and changes and expressing their related personal experience.
4B 20 Tam Ho Tin, Tison
“The musical was undeniably done beautifully. It successfully captured the lively atmosphere of the original story, without being too similar. As a musical, a lot of wonder was put into the production to make songs of bliss. My favourite one is that in Scene 8, namely ‘It’s Always Tea Time’. Its jolly and whimsical nature represents the story well, and it eliminated my tiredness on that day. The
English fluency of the actors was also a blessing, as it enhanced the aesthetic to the maximum. Lastly, the special effects in the entire hall made a significant impact on the audience. Personally, I enjoyed the show from start to finish. The actors performed skillfully, the story itself was inspiring, and it had everything you could ever ask for!"
4E 3 Hui Wai Ching
"I used to play table tennis when I was in primary school, but I suffered from knee pain during my 'prime' stage. I lost an important match and disappointed my coach. After that incident, my mindset changed, I became very negative and seldom attended training for fear of losing another match. The pandemic provided me an opportunity to skip training. I started playing video games and staying at home 24/7, which totally changed my lifestyle. However, when I reached F2, I joined the volleyball team after my friend persuaded me. I was woven into the volleyball world and discovered the joy of playing sports. My teammates encouraged me when I felt lost and we faced challenges together. No longer feeling lonely, I finally found myself. If I hadn’t joined the volleyball team, I wouldn’t have become so outgoing and talkative. Sometimes, I reflect on that time and think of it as the 'dark age" of my youth, but I still believe it is an essential part of my life."
4A 25 Wen Jin, Jeffrey
"The story of Alice in Wonderland is legendary and has a renowned reputation globally. Despite the original story being extremely intriguing and sometimes pulsating, reading an entire book filled with words can be challenging. Instead, watching a musical based on the story not only allows me to “read” it in a visually appealing way, but also helps me grasp the plot and the message behind it after the performance. The musical, adapted from the story, provides a more vibrant and three-dimensional picture to the audience, which is exactly what the book lacks. With a more interactive and resonant approach, I won’t be bored watching the show. In addition, as the habit of frequent reading gradually fades among youngsters, it is daunting to encourage them to read . Therefore, the musical may be an efficient way to ignite students’ enthusiasm for reading."
5B 6 Chan Tsz Him
"Of course, I've encountered various changes in my life, especially during my transition from primary school to secondary school, specifically to an EMI school (English as Medium of Instruction School). This period was filled with uncertainty as I had to adapt to a new environment, meet new people, and face increased academic pressure. Initially, I felt anxious about the increased number of subjects, such as Integrated Science (IS). I was afraid I might not be able to handle the additional workload and expectations. To face these changes, I first adjusted my mindset and tried to be optimistic. I realized that a positive outlook could greatly influence my experience. Instead of focusing on the challenges, I decided to view them as opportunities for growth and learning. Besides, I sought help from my parents and teachers when I struggled with difficult topics. I often stayed after Zoom lessons to ask questions and luckily, all my teachers were able to provide me with support. Gradually, after the first term test, my anxiety began to subside. I have indeed questioned the changes I've faced, even now. For instance, I often wonder if I am ready for the responsibilities of high school and if my choices will ultimately benefit my future. However, I always remind myself that this is the path I have chosen, and it’s ultimately unproductive to dwell on ‘what if’. Accepting that change is a part of growth has helped me focus on the present rather than getting lost in uncertainties."
5B 16 Mak Ho Kiu
“A proper attitude one should adopt when facing changes is not being rigid but flexible. The methods that people use to cope with changes vary, and one's attitude may not work for another, in the worst case, it may even cause extra harm. I believe that you should embrace change while reminiscing about the past. Change implies a difference between the present and the past, and thus it is crucial to identify what the difference is, how it came to be and how to incorporate and live with the new change. It is difficult to stay positive in light of change, and it is difficult to hold back anger as well. If a proper balance is not struck, you will only go from one extreme to the other, reaping no rewards whatsoever. This is the method that I use, but I believe that everyone else has their own approach and attitude when facing all the changes.”
5D 20 Hui Tsz Hei
"There are some similarities that I can find between Wonderland and the real world. In Wonderland, the animals who join the Caucus race don’t really know what they are doing. They are just running around in circles aimlessly, like headless chickens. Similarly, in the real world, sometimes people lose track of their lives and live without any purpose. They don’t really know what they are doing and are just surviving day by day meaninglessly. Losing track of life is not a big deal. People just need to find the meaning of life and drop out of the 'Caucus race', just like the animals eventually do in Wonderland. Another similarity is that both in Wonderland and the real world, people get labeled. In Wonderland, Alice is labeled by her mum as a “young child” though she wants to be an adult. In the real world, the situation is similar. For example, people who have a little more muscle than others might be labeled as 'fat' and those suffering from mental illness are often labeled as 'crazy' in society."
Erasure Prose
Following the musical, F.2 students crafted inventive erasure prose pieces inspired by "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."
2nd Term 2024-25
2nd Term 2024-25
A Long list of Fib Poems (AiW)
Best Fib Poem on AiW
3A 7 Ho Yui Lam Erin (2024-25)
Deck of the Accused
A
Line
Sentence
The trial's start
This kingdom's harshness
It forms a stack, card after card
Majority are numbers, many of which "faceless"
Choose your own fate? Not true here you see! All fates belong to the Queen, are not yours to be!
She shall shuffle your deck, all pleas and begs are for naught. One could be theft from the bakery, and yet treating her "bad mood" could be all she sought.
Life in this kingdom can be daunting, so go roll your dice and place your bets, see if you will live another day. Even if you win a fair game, is it really fair in "her" eyes? In the end all of us, are for her to play.
Cards after cards, sentence after sentence, head after head, judgment after judgment. All caught "red-handed". "Off with their head!" As she says, one line, filled with enough power, to send all her loyal subjects, kneeling on the ground. The Queen of Hearts has a red bloody path that stains all the roses and bushes, the kingdom as a whole. Do tell me, is that why she loves red oh, so, so much?
What do they say about some creative topics?
1st Term 2024-25
How about you? What do you think about these topics?
2AB ENA Isabel Chung and Peony Poon (2023-24) have their say related to what they hate, the worst excuse that they have heard and the word or the phrase that they dislike hearing from adults. Their opinions were posted in the top ten section, Young Post.
How fun can language be?
1st Term 2024-25
I am truly amazed and equally amused by how my student Erin Ho (2A 2023-24) used the exam area vocabulary (i.e. all the bold words) to finish a creative task given in the lesson. She wrote a poem. Let's enjoy the word power.
The Crazy Class…
This is my English Class, we neither A nor B.
It is very chaotic as you can see.
There are aggressive and harsh words,
You better be accustomed to things that are absurd!
Alex treats everyone like he befriends them all,
but where’s the food? Oh he ate them all!
Vincent’s the culprit behind Alphen being frozen overtime
during almost all games of Gimkit all the time!
Miss Au is kept in captivity,
inside our classroom, oh how can this be?
Well probably since the bell is dastardly,
not letting her leave til the lesson ends, finally!
Making use of my dexterity, I’m writing this while in my seat stationed,
to tell you how my brain cells are like trees during deforestation.
All of us know a bunch of ourselves
probably have undiagnosed craziness.
The sane ones sure want escape from here,
but we have the school rules to worry and fear!
Miss Au is heartwarming and ingenious,
unlike Alex who makes this tiring.
My destruction of my brain cells are irreversible.
The inhabitants here aren’t responsible.
Well some are fine and happy,
but insane ones intrude their sanity.
Most of the boys are illicit and ‘funny’
joking about the word juggling, they are so happy.
Quite a nuisance? Yeah they are,
Alphen has an obsession with Gimkit. Lock him up behind bars!
As a subject leader, I want to snatch their nonsense and keep it at bay
before squirting more words out their mouth and slithering away.
How about a public exam writing topic? How to be creative yet sophisticated and poignant at the same time?
Motion Sickness
6D06 Leung Ka Wai (2023-24)
With nothing holding you back, would you still tread into the vast unknown?
I looked at the gate as if it were posing an absurd question. Yet, I hesitated. "It was unlike the old man to leave the cage unlocked," I wondered. "He has always kept an eye on it..."
The old man in question was John, once an aspiring lad whose aviator dreams were put to a halt due to a chronic illness. We first met when he bought me from a market, and I had been in his presence ever since. He used to tell me how his life was cut short, how he felt so lonely, how the doctors advised him to stay at home - oh, woe is me!
In a similar manner, we were both trapped. He, confined in this house surrendering to sickness, and I, inside this cage looking pretty.
Maybe he had had enough, when several moments earlier, he fumbled with the key, and 'snap!' went to the bars. I didn't dare to move a feather, anticipating the routine of cleaning the cage, which was not entirely out of the ordinary. However, none of that usual activity took place. The flickering bedroom lights and a door slam marked the end of the day– though it was unusually early.
He never came to greet me in the morning, either. Maybe he simply slept in. Maybe the medication took a toll on him. Perhaps he was too bedridden to hear the thundering calls or answer the banging door.
The cage remained open, beckoning me to embark on an adventure in the outside world. Beyond the balcony, the fences seemed like an oasis, a paradise my pea-sized brain could have never fathomed. It was easy to indulge in fantasies until I attempted to unfurl my pristine, untouched wings that had never experienced flight. Trying to wiggle my legs yielded no results, as I struggled to summon the courage required for that daring leap of faith.
So I glanced around. A solitary pill jar stared back at me. Not far away, a million shards of glass lay scattered on the ground, with fragments bearing distinctive stains of crimson, all left to evaporate under the unforgiving sunlight.
I connected the dots, and it became as clear as day - John was allowing me an opportunity to escape. All those times he shared his lifelong aspiration to become a pilot, how close he had come to piloting his own plane... they were now shattered dreams. Until that moment, I couldn't determine whether this act was one of mercy or cruelty, granting me the chance to live out his dreams while carrying the weight of it all.
As soon as the front door was wrenched open, I took off in a spontaneous burst of energy. There was nothing holding me back, and anywhere my wings would carry me would be enough.
Soaring above the concrete jungle, I struggled to comprehend why John had yearned for this world so intensely. What was so alluring about these cold and artificial structures? Wouldn't it be more fulfilling to stick with what was familiar? As absurd as it may sound, I could sense John nudging me towards a different path, back to the very home I knew so well, yet now felt unfamiliar. I had no desire to revisit the sight of my lifeless owner or the sheltered life we had once shared.
In the grand scheme of things, there was neither mercy nor cruelty in John's decision. He simply bestowed upon me the freedom to choose what was best for myself. And now, I have discovered my solace in a resting spot atop a polished granite headstone, which calls out to me after my long day of travels.
Wouldn't it be too quixotic? Whatever.
This story is a heart-stinging and thought-provoking one. A chain of questions surge up: Did the bird miss the old man? Why did it sound so apathetic towards the death of its master? What would happen to the bird? Would anyone find the old man's body? Would the bird return to the old man? If there wasn't just a bird left, would the old man have a different choice? Is the death of the old man solely caused by his chronic illness?
Loneliness is the number one killer in this day and age. Its twin brother is hopelessness. A motion for all of you: Look around you. Take action! Move! Be aware of those hidden in the isolated corners. Hand out your tissues! Share your umbrella with them! Poke a hole in their shade and let the light in! You then may have changed a story.
How can we play with words?
Being Alice : "Curiouser , Curisouer"
1st Term 2024-25
To celebrate the 40th anniversary, our school is going to put the classic children literature, Alice in Wonderland (AiW) on stage. Let us get into the role of Alice and explore the fun ways to use the language.
Last year, we introduced some types of poetry to you: haiku and erasure poems. This year, we try the sequence poem, a math poem. Fibonacci poem (Fib poem) to match with the logic, golden ratio and math issues in AiW.
A Fib:
The number of syllables in each line of the poem is the sum of the previous two lines: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8. Source: Poetry foundation
More references:
https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-poetry/fibonacci-poetry-a-new-poetic-form
https://www.poetryfoundation.org/articles/68971/1-1-2-3-5-8-fun
https://marianchristiepoetry.net/mathematical-forms-in-poetry-the-fibonacci-poem/
https://www.poetrysocietyofindiana.org/blog/fibonacci-poem
F.1 -F.5 Fib Challenge
Write a Fib with the elements of Alice in Wonderland
grinning cat images created by AI in Wix
An example:
Chesire Cat
Your
grin
afloat
in mad air,
how real is a dream?
To grab your grin and grow a tail.
I made this fib within minutes. It's definitely not good enough. I believe you can write better than me. You try now. Splash your creative juice and have crazily fun in it.
1st Term 2024-25
Have fun with the Chinese cultural elements in Fib poems !
Challenge for You!!
A few days ago, my neighbor, Ms Ng, talked about Fib poem with me and she said that she could find fib poems in different shapes. Yes, Fib poems can be very interesting too. The ratio between the numbers is related to Golden ratio. The one I introduced above is the basic form. There are some advanced forms to play with. Do you want to try?
Since the moon fest is approaching, I would also like to blend some of the traditional Chinese cultural elements into the poem about AiW. This is a challenge for you. See if you would like to accept it. But surely you can write the basic form. Below is my demonstration (the number of syllables stated at the beginning of each line for your reference) though it is definitely not good enough due to the short period of time it took me.
Fly Me to the Moon
1Lift
1Leap
2Land with
3Yu Tu. Lead
5To Guanghan Palace
8 Stay. Stay. Drink me. Eat me. The cake
13 round in shape and the wine fills my sky. Alice. A dreamy voice
21 cries. Spill. Splash. Size doesn’t change and life goes on and on, flowing into a pool of tears
13Dance Chang e Dance, weaving stories in love and grief. Sing
8Alice Sing. Will you? Comfort the lone
5with a lantern in
3hand waiting
2for her
1loved
1one
Erasure Art Pieces
2nd Term Feb. 2023-24
Guided by Mr. Alex Garcia, the VA and English teacher, F.3 students created erasure literary work based on Orson Scott Card's sci-fi, Ender's Game p. 72 and 73. The best five pieces are created by 3C Lam Zelene, 3A Au Shun Yan, 3A Fan Hoi Ching, 3A Lung Hoi Yi and 3D Wong Ling Tsz (2023-24).
Erasure Poems
Symphony
2A Erin Ho (2023-24)
Orchestral soundtrack,
the universe,
sing a unique song.
Our day and nights
through the tiny pitch
in space
travel away.
Erasure poem created using the article Symphony of Stars by Ben Maycock p.16 from Brain Space Magazine.
Societies
4D Ravi (2023-24)
Facing an extremely
tough competitor,
change and manipulate
combined.
Change human decisions.
Story filled with toxic,
poison-
the sick, elderly and poor restricted
rights.
Erasure poem created using the page Conversation (p.2) from Time Magazine May 20, 2019.
Happiness
Ms. Sammi Wong (Vice Principal)
Unique and proud,
solitude and joy,
firelight glowing on a hearth.
Red and green and yellow, lighted candles,
golden and soft and gleaming,
smiling together on a couch.
Hugged one another.
Erasure poem created using Lois Lowry's The Giver (p. 153-154).
O For Ocean
3A Jacab Fung (2023-24)
Morning,
near the sea waters,
gathered with musicians,
preparing to change their musical instruments that they shaped.
They danced and
performance had become
the global stage.
It was
the ocean.
Erasure poem created using the article O from National Geographic p. 34.
Responses to the story Floating
poster created using canva
The illustrations were done by an alumnus, Matthew Chan, a master graduate in Visual Arts in Education University, when he studied here.
“All he knew it was his time. It came so natural like a born floater. He was floating in the air, letting the wind sustain his body.”
The boy floated. Once deemed impossible, but through the empathy and care, the ability is bestowed upon him. He gained the confidence and then developed his ability to soar across the sky. He could finally see himself, Sirius, the brightest star.
The boy was plagued by despondency at the start. He saw everyone took flight but could not join. Only left himself the sensations of envy and vexation. Worthless is his word. As the story described, he was a snail. A snail yearning to fly.
I think everyone is different, but there is something that we are all the same--none of us is perfect. Even the famous Albert Einstein couldn’t properly take care of himself. Each of us possesses flaws and special needs.
4B Cedric Sy (2023-24)
有言：「面對成長中的起跌是人生的必修課」，孩子，你今天過得好嗎？在學業上要解決功課難題、追趕別人的分數；人際上要學習與人溝通、滿足他人的需要⋯⋯但，我們「自己」呢？很多時的跌倒，是源自於不自知的糊塗與迷失，如果能在我們匱乏的心靈中，感受此刻所需，不作無謂的攀比，先「安內」，活出自己所愛的那個你，或許會感受到討好自己比討好別人更快樂、更自在，願我們在「起跌」這面鏡子中看到成長的自己。
Ms. Chan Ching Wa
Chinese Language Teacher
Head of Counselling Committee
Labeling is discouraged on the whole. Firstly, long-term labels can easily become a stereotype. In the meantime, people will ignore other characteristics of the individual as the label is too conspicuous, thus viewing others with a labeled and flat eyesight. In addition, labelling affects not only people’s views of others but also people’s understanding of themselves. Psychology regards labelling as bringing about a labelling effect. Labels have a certain guiding role, which affects people's self-identity. Sometimes labels will even encourage people to develop in the direction of labels, hindering people's holistic development in the future. The natural development of a growing character deviates from its original course.
Humans are complex individuals. Each person has his or her own unique character. We should not and cannot be defined in a single way. At the same time, we should not use rigid and imprisoned thoughts to understand ourselves and others, but we should look at everyone with an open and tolerant perspective, while also focusing on the qualities we possess. Let things take their natural course.
5C Tracy Tsoi (2023-24)
Since every one of us is a unique being (including you and me), the things you have experienced may be different from others, which may help you to develop your very own personality. Our uniqueness may often make people confused because we know we will soon be meeting many people and we often find it difficult to identify them by their uniqueness. To identify all of the people we’ve met, we tend to make use of “labels”.
However, every coin has two sides. Labels may also act as pressure because you may doubt yourself. Once you cannot overcome it, you may get destroyed by the great pressure. Therefore, you need to have a strong and positive mind to face the labels. Although the process may be hard and frustrating, the sweet taste of overcoming the pressure from labels is irreplaceable. I hope all of us can overcome the adverse effect of labeling just as Sirius overcame the label of “a kid that can’t float” and enjoy the happiness of being a better person.
4D Issac Fung (2023-24)
In the pursuit of personal growth and development, positive psychology can be our guiding light. By exploring your passions and interests, we can foster a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Embracing a growth mindset allows us to view challenges as opportunities for learning and growth, empowering you to overcome obstacles and reach your full potential. Set our own goals, work hard, and unleash our inner abilities. Remember, each one of us is unique, with our own set of talents and strengths. Embrace our uniqueness and believe in our abilities, we can develop our potential, nurture our talents, and create a life that aligns with our true self.
Ms Wong Miu Han
Vice Principal (Specializing in counselling)
"Then he saw it. He saw his name, the word he had been avoiding. Sirius, the brightest star. His name was Sirius. He yelled it out loud."
The Most Hilarious Haiku
Penguins
Flightless birds and egg-layers they be.
With wings evolved to flippers for swimming in the sea.
Dark and white feathers are their symbols of Aves.
In the sky? Don't be silly!
They are only in the southern hemisphere!
Mr. Tsang Wing Kei Vice Principal (Specializing in Science)
A Bird? 4B Jacob Wai (2023-24)
Penguin in the sky
When you see it, don’t be shy.
Join fast! Don’t ask why.
"Let me see if I can fly up to the sky."
"When you see us, do you feel shy?"
"Are we birds or mammals?"
New school term starts...
1st Term Aug 2023-24
Let's begin with some fun challenges.
The photos and drawing contributed by Ms S. Y. Yu, who has recently developed interest in sketching the photos of birds she takes. More drawings by Ms. Yu can be found in Art for Healing.
Nature in Poetry
During summer holidays, did you have chance to explore the environment around you. Did you go traveling? Did you go hiking? What does nature mean to you? Perhaps it can be represented in photos and drawings. It can also be manifested in words.
Many Hong Kongers love travelling to Japan. Indeed Japanese literature also influences English culture. Haiku, a type of poem with only three lines, originates from Japanese poetry and brings a significant impact to English literature. A famous modernist poet, Ezra Pound, also used haiku in his writing. A lot of haiku poems are about nature and our surroundings. I enjoy writing haiku poems too. They sharpen my observation and stimulate my imagination. Now here comes the first challenge:
Last year, we used six words to write a story. This year, why not be a poet? Write a haiku poem. Your poem should include nature as one of the elements. Also we adopt the traditional convention: 5-7-5 syllables.
References for you:
Haiku poems: definition and examples
Haiku Challenge
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Program
Art and Poetry
Everyone can be a poet! You can find poetry in texts of different subjects. Sounds impossible right? It's true and most importantly, fun. You can even create by erasing. Want to try it?
Now, good news for junior form students! We will hold an erasure poetry workshop. In the workshop, you can be a poet and an artist. Your poem can be an art piece as well. Enroll it by clicking the link now.
Erase & Create !
Erasure Poetry Workshop
Date: 13 September 2023 (WED)
Time: 3:15-4:45pm
Venue: School library
Participants: F.1 to F.3 students
5C Oscar Yue (2021-22) wrote a piece of short writing about compulsive hoarding in the final examination. I used it to make an erasure poem (aka blackout poem). It can be read below as well.
The Problem
Old furniture, used bottles, broken computers and outdated newspapers
Hoarders
hills of anxiety
memories invade
stories exacerbating space
the encroachment
Tragic
There are many ways to form an erasure poem. Try to make one yourself.
I have also written a haiku poem called "The Ink" to respond to the art here.
Splashes the ink. Stains (5)
walls, the city; stings hearts; sink (7)
abandoned stories. (5)
My other haiku poems will be published in the forthcoming Auroras & Blossoms haiku anthology Volume 3. The date of release is in September.
Senior Form Students: Picture Ordering Challenge
Below are the illustrations done by an alumnus, Matthew Chan, a master graduate in Visual Arts in Education University, when he studied here. He would like to be an art teacher. These illustrations are based on my story, Floating, which assigns magical qualities to characters in their daily life. In the story, normal characters can fly or float in the air. Try to read the story and arrange the pictures in order. Click this link and complete the google form. Enjoy!
Digital Stories For Fun
F.2 students created digital stories based on the theme Sacrifice using the app Toontastic.
The Great Sacrifice of the Last Olympian
High above the Aegean Sea stood the tallest mountain, known as Mount Olympus. And the peak of Olympus was the headquarters of the Greek Gods. There were minor deities and of course, the twelve Olympians (main deities).
It was a typical day here on Olympus, all gods and goddesses had their usual gatherings except for Hestia, the goddess of hearth and fire, who was the eldest, Olympian, didn’t like to participate in any family dramas, since family dramas were a waste of her time. She had also given up her throne in the pantheon and preferred tending the sacred hearth. While the gods were gathering, Eris, who was the goddess of strife and discord, felt fatigued and was fed up with the peaceful scenery of the gods. “Oh Olympus! This place is too boring and peaceful, it is even worse than the Underworld.” She mumbled with hatred...
He loves reading Percy Jackson series. His digital story is inspired by his reading .
2A Anson Wong (2022-23)
What happened next? Who would sacrifice in the end?
A Toontastic Audio Story by Anson Wong
2E Wong Leong Hang showcased his creativity and drawing skills in his digital story, Reborn, where he added some fantastical elements to highlight the interlocking fate of a couple Entony and Christine.
2B Cordelia Hui (2022-23) created the digital story, The Sea World 3080, weaving the message of environmental protection into the theme of sacrifice. Enjoy her Toontastic video!
What are the criteria of a good leader?
2B Eva Cheuk (2022-23) has the answer for you. Her story, The Good King, shows that a good king sacrifices a lot for his people to save them from starvation.
2A Adrian Cheung Long Yat (2022-23) created another version of Titanic story to show what a great leader can be. Watch his Titanic 2.0--A Story of a Hero!
2B Estelis Khu has recreated the classic story, Snow White. Her Snow White and the Queen 2.0 trains the new Snow White, inspired by the kind-hearted Queen, from a disobedient girl to a feminist leader in her kingdom. Let's read parts of her story.
Once upon a time in a faraway kingdom, there was a princess who lived in a gorgeous and huge castle called Snow White. She had a lovely family and a magic mirror.
However, her mum, the Queen,was more popular and beautiful than her. The Queen was visitors by people all over the kingdom, and countless suitors sent her flowers every day. Snow White kept questioning the magic mirror, but the answer given by the magic mirror was always the same:
“The Queen is the most beautiful person in the world.”
Contrary to snow white, the Queen loves Snow White very much. She often left the best for Snow White, so that she could live the happiest life. But Snow White was blinded by jealousy, she always failed to notice the Queen's kindness, and felt that the Queen took everything away from her.
On the other side of the land,there was another kingdom.There lived a handsome yet an aggressive prince who judged people only based on their values of being used. His most trusted subordinates were the seven dwarfs who seemed harmless to humans and animals. He wanted to rule over Snow White's kingdom. So he sneaked into the kingdom holding the excuse of trading...
All the stories above can be found in the coming printed anthology!!! Meanwhile, use your imagination to fill in the gaps. Be a story writer!
2nd Term 22-23 Jan 2023
The Finalists Of Six-Word Stories are...
1C 6 Ho Yui Lam Erin
2B 24 Tison Tam
The Sun drank the whole river.
Pet dog found.
2B 17 Jacob Fung
Grandpa passed away.
Lost penguin. Travels world. Finds family.
3C 8 Zoe Hu
We are getting married,
but separately.
A promise.
Small Title
A promise.
She believed.
He lied.
4A 16 Cheung Lok Hei
Their Favorite picks
This “A promise. She believed. He lied.” triggers me to imagination. These are the pictures instantly coming into my head. Is it about a couple? A mother and a son? Spy stories? Two folks involving in trade secrets? Certainly, there could be many others which are for readers to imagine and run their stories.
It is like a sparkle able to light up your imagination and to inspire you to create your story plot shuttling between now and then, and among people in different roles.
This powerful word: Promise. What do you get from it?
Principal Cheung Chui Yee
Lost penguin. Travels world. Finds family.
I feel most for this story. I feel very touched by the urgency and determination with which the penguin searched for her lost family. I love the use of the words, ‘lost’, ‘world’, ‘finds family’, which immediately paint a picture in my mind—a lost penguin desperately searches for its family members. Due to its persistent efforts, it ultimately finds them and they are reunited.
I love to watch documentaries about animals and am always amazed by the instincts and love demonstrated among the animals’ families. Though they are not human beings, their behavior speaks volumes. There are strong bonds in their world, too.
The theme of ‘Family’ appeals to me very much. I am a person who is fortunate to have beloved ones in my family. In times of ups and downs, happiness and despair, the support and unconditional love from my family are of utmost importance. Without them, I am not sure if I could have overcome the challenges and anxieties I face from time to time.
Last but not least, I love the story because it has a perfect ending. I love happy endings. For instance, in this case, I could not bear to see the penguin travelling to many places and in the end, being unable to find her parents or family. This would be very sad. In my heart, I always hope that every person and animal can find love which fulfills their life. So, thanks to the author of this story, there is warmth and goodness displayed in it.
Mrs. CH Wong, Vice Principal
Details on public votes on the grand champion will be released soon. We want to know your choice and view too.
Fun Talk
What is your earliest childhood memory?
For Jacob Fung 2B, it was about NOISE. Let's read his what he wrote for top ten in young post. Click here.
What about you?
Eva Cheuk from 2B likes the animated film, The Incredibles a lot. She wants to possess superpower. She would like to befriend a character in the movie. Which one can you guess she likes most? Why?
Let's read more about her post in Top Ten. Do you want to be that character?
Which fictional character would you like to befriend?
Which book have you read?
What have you drawn?
Our VA teacher, Mr. Alex Garcia's good picks:
F.2 Students' artworks related to their class reader, Nathaniel and the Scrolls of Tears. Thank Mr. Garcia for guiding students to integrate art with language. Check out their paintings and see who are the talented behind. We will have a pubic vote later on to choose the best one.
What do they say about the book?
What is the story about?
A very ordinary boy, Nathaniel, a Chinese girl Roo and Nathaniel’s rival, Marc encounters a mysterious blue-flame creature, who takes them on a supernatural quest through time. They have three missions to do. The quest examines whether Nathaniel is really ordinary or he has a purpose in his life. There are four parts in this story in which the kids return to different time periods, the times of Queen Esther, Persian King Shapur II and WWII.
Tison Tam 2B 24
Reading leads you to a world of knowledge.
Cordelia Hui 2B 6
In part one of the book, there is a quote which inspires me a lot. I often wonder why we need to study history, the past stories. Now the story tells me its meaning.
“History cannot give us a program for the future, but it can give us a fuller understanding of ourselves, and of our common humanity so that we can better face the future.”
Though I am not a big fan of both history and fiction, the story is so amazing that it is able to integrates biblical elements and historical moments well and seamlessly bring facts and fiction together. If I were one of the three protagonists, I would like to travel back to the Renaissance because I would like the see the famous artists such Leonardo da Vinci. I think there might be some ancient paintings that are lost or destroyed in the Modern Times and I would love to take a look of them.
Zoe Chan 2A 4
One part of the story sets its background against the chapter Esther, in the bible where the Jews were captivated. In this part, I like the character, Marc, most. Although he did bully Nathaniel—which is not appreciated and we should not imitate, he was always the bravest one. He knew Haman was the most evil and powerful person in the place and he could kill him but he still did not bow to him as he requested. He was courageous enough to confront him. He was a straightforward person and I believe very few people can be like him.
What is your belief?
Jeffrey Wen 2A 24
From the story, I have learnt the brutal and merciless sides of wars, especially the one against Jewish people mentioned. During WWII, the Nazi quickly took down the Jewish woman in a house after she refused to disclose the hiding place of her daughter. It is horrendous to know that innocent children could be slaughtered into pieces or burnt alive in a concentration camp. So, down with wars. Down with invasion. Down with slaughter.
Estellis Khu 2B 7
Before reading the book, I basically didn’t understand what faith was and I never thought of knowing and beholding it in the past. This of course filled my life with suspicion and doubt. But after reading the story, I witnessed Nathaniel who experienced different sufferings like the war between the Romans and the Persians. Seeing him grow from a boy with low self-esteem and indecision to a confident, mature and determined teenager, I do feel strength can be gained from God and such faith can lead to transformation. The story describes how God preserves His children in face of the enemies. Nathaniel’s time journey is a metaphor of the root-seeking journey, identity journey and reconciliation journey of Christian beliefs. By traversing to our history, we can see God’s actions and find the meaning and purpose of each person’s life.
Erasure Art Pieces
2nd Term Feb. 2023-24
Guided by Mr. Alex Garcia, the VA and English teacher, F.3 students created erasure literary work based on Orson Scott Card's sci-fi, Ender's Game p. 72 and 73. The best five pieces are created by 3C Lam Zelene, 3A Au Shun Yan, 3A Fan Hoi Ching, 3A Lung Hoi Yi and 3D Wong Ling Tsz (2023-24).
Erasure Poems
Symphony
2A Erin Ho (2023-24)
Orchestral soundtrack,
the universe,
sing a unique song.
Our day and nights
through the tiny pitch
in space
travel away.
Erasure poem created using the article Symphony of Stars by Ben Maycock p.16 from Brain Space Magazine.
Societies
4D Ravi (2023-24)
Facing an extremely
tough competitor,
change and manipulate
combined.
Change human decisions.
Story filled with toxic,
poison-
the sick, elderly and poor restricted
rights.
Erasure poem created using the page Conversation (p.2) from Time Magazine May 20, 2019.
Happiness
Ms. Sammi Wong (Vice Principal)
Unique and proud,
solitude and joy,
firelight glowing on a hearth.
Red and green and yellow, lighted candles,
golden and soft and gleaming,
smiling together on a couch.
Hugged one another.
Erasure poem created using Lois Lowry's The Giver (p. 153-154).
O For Ocean
3A Jacab Fung (2023-24)
Morning,
near the sea waters,
gathered with musicians,
preparing to change their musical instruments that they shaped.
They danced and
performance had become
the global stage.
It was
the ocean.
Erasure poem created using the article O from National Geographic p. 34.
Activities
1st Term 22-23 Aug 2022
Food, Books, Childhood
Fun Talk
English and Chinese Combo
Moon Fest is approaching. Do you like the festival? What do you feel about it? I wrote a story about the festival which revolves around an old Chinese song by Teresa Teng and a Chinese poem by Su Shi. It was published in a university literary journal, 45th Parallel. To me, it is always an interesting experience to mingle Chinese culture with English words to see how the two cultures meet, respond to each other in our life and explore the beauty of differences.
Let's read what Issac Wong Lik Chun (2A 2021-22) thinks about avocados and how he eats them. He is also a warm boy, wishing a romantic ending for the sad story, The Little Mermaid.
Owen Chan Ho-yeung (2A 2021-22) has never forgotten how his father tricked him into lining in front...
Their works entertain the editors of Young Post.
1st Term 22-23 Aug 2022
Six-Word Story Contest
A story can be very short. Six words can form an interesting story.
"For Sale: baby shoes, never worn."
The legend has it that the famous writer, Earnest Hemingway, wrote this story to win a bet. Some writers continued the work with humor. Now it's your turn. Use six words to create a story, be it amusing, scary, touching or romantic. Unleash your creativity now.
References for writing a six-word story:
Want to gain more ideas of a very short story? Read or listen to the flash here.
The activity is over. Keep an eye on What's New.
Violet Light
In another universe, a virus outbreak happened. It took the world by storm thanks to its immense spreading rate and global leaders not caring about their citizens. It only took an entire year for humans to nearly be wiped out.
What remained was just a city located in Europe, with people living in makeshift houses on top of rooftops to avoid the viral, the most common zombie type in the apocalypse. They were somewhat immortal, even multiple arrows to the neck wouldn't end their misery. The worst part was when the military got completely infected. It made the survivor's nightmare significantly worse.
But, deep down in the city, there was a laboratory which had a scientist looking for a way to fight these monsters, or perhaps I should say, suffering humans. He was held up in a dark area with just little light shining across the room. It wasn't enough, but it worked for the aspiring scientist.
He had a test subject, a 'friend' of his. His only friend. The scientist named him 'Bob'. One, to make him laugh whenever the name was mentioned and two, to honor his friend who died at the start of the outbreak. He locked Bob in a room where the viral couldn't harm him and he could observe from a distance.
The scientists had tried many methods now. Yet their weakness was unknown. It seems that the zombies were really immortal and that nothing could really stop them. The last time he entered the room, he got a scratch as a gift from the zombie and nearly turned into one.
All seemed hopeless for the young adult. He wanted to give up.
That was until one of the delivery man he hired approached him.
"Hey, we found this while scavenging out in the wastelands. Peacekeepers are back at it again with their nonsense rules but they got eaten to death by the zombies."
"I have no time for explanations of what you did. But what in the world is this?" The scientist responded, confused about this long stick.
"A UV light it seems. We don't know if it's useful or anything, but it did certainly seem to scare away the zombies that were eating the corpse of a heavily armored peacekeeper. We shouldn't have used it."
The scientist had never thought of using this. "Save the grudges for later, I need it."
The delivery man gave him the UV light.
"Well then, here goes nothing."
Thus, he opened the door and threw it inside. Surprisingly, it was very effective. The zombie recoiled back in response and steam emitted from its skin. It seemed like the UV light burned it.
The UV light was then mass produced across the town, allowing for survivors to keep the nasty monsters away. A flashlight version was also manufactured for safety use.
Who knew the temporary savior of humanity was discovered on accident.
1st Term 22-23 Aug 2022
Who doesn't like watching movies?
I remember once when one of my friends said “Harry Potter is a kids’ movie, Grow up!” “Harry Potter is fake, stop dreaming, you will never be able to study at Hogwash(Hogwarts).” “Read something new, and stop talking about Harry Potter with me, I feel bored.” Honestly, their words about it really hit the nail on the head. Of course I know that Harry Potter isn’t real, but what the story gives me is real. “It does not dwell on dreams and forget to live,” said Albus Dumbledore. Indeed that sounds a bit ironic. Although we still have to bow to reality as it’s impossible to escape from reality forever, Harry Potter gives me courage when I am dormant and lethargic.
Luk Sin Ching 5D (2021-2022)
In the movie I really love the acting of the actors, they are really professional. Especially Angelina Jolie as Thena, she trained herself with various swords, spears, and staffs for the role, as well as ballet. The result of the visual effects is, needless to say, awesome and amazing. But one point that can be improved is the running time is too long, some parts could move along faster, but overall the whole movie is great.
I’ve learned the value of friendship and trust. Some parts of the movie convey these important messages to me and I am sure that others may have the same view too.
Saranna Chan 3A 2021-22
Hacksaw Ridge is one of the most special war films even to this day. Desmond Doss is a special person. In war time, you'd expect the only option would be to shoot that human in front of you with no remorse, but Desmond Doss follows a pacifist route to save lives.
Hurricane Mak 2B (2021-22)
Fun fact: The real history of Desmond Doss's bravery was toned down since Mel Gibson thought that the audience would not believe that this is "based on a true story". That just tells us that Desmond Doss is a legendary person who is protected by God to save his children.Describe what you offer here. Add a few choice words and a stunning pic to engage your audience and get them to click.