Learn good things from Tet

Every time Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) arrives, a feeling of excitement and warmth fills the hearts of all Vietnamese people. Tet is not only a time of transition between the old and new year but also an occasion for families to reunite, share love, and preserve the beautiful traditional cultural values ​​of the nation.

A teacher at Minh Dai Kindergarten in Minh Dai commune guides students in wrapping banh chung (traditional Vietnamese rice cakes).

The custom of wishing Happy New Year is a beautiful tradition that clearly reflects the Vietnamese principle of "drinking water, remembering the source." In the days leading up to Tet, many families teach their children how to wish their grandparents good health, their parents peace, and their siblings good luck. Through each greeting, children learn politeness, gratitude, and a strong bond with their family. Furthermore, when bringing their children back to their hometowns for Tet, parents tell them about the contributions of their grandparents and ancestors, helping them understand that today's happiness is built upon the efforts of generations before them.

Mr. Hoang Quoc Cham from Thanh Son commune shared: "Every year, I bring my children back to my hometown for Tet. Each time we go back, I tell them stories about my childhood, about the hardships and love that our grandparents gave to their grandchildren. Thanks to this, my children have developed a sense of respect and love for their family. According to me, Tet is a precious opportunity for children to learn moral lessons that books can hardly convey."

Experience the "Children's Joyful Spring Festival Celebration" at My Thuan 2 Kindergarten, Minh Dai Commune.

The festive atmosphere of Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) also permeates schools. At My Thuan 2 Kindergarten in Minh Dai commune, in the days leading up to Tet, the schoolyard is filled with laughter as students and teachers participate in traditional folk games such as tug-of-war and the game of "O An Quan" (a traditional board game). These activities not only bring joy but also help children better understand the beauty of the nation's traditional culture. Ms. Tran Thi Ly, the school principal, said: "In the 2025-2026 school year, the school has 146 students. The annual 'Children's Fun Tet Celebration' aims to help children understand, love, and consciously preserve the national cultural identity. Through group activities, children develop life skills and become more confident in communication."

Many schools in mountainous communes organize activities to experience Vietnamese Tet (Lunar New Year) such as making banh chung (traditional rice cakes), practicing calligraphy, arranging the five-fruit tray, and showcasing traditional ethnic costumes. These meaningful activities contribute to traditional education , fostering love for the homeland and country, and instilling a sense of responsibility in the younger generation to preserve and promote the beautiful cultural values ​​of the nation.

Tet is not only a joyous occasion but also a journey of learning, where each child is instilled with love, compassion, and pride in their roots.

Hanh Thuy

Source: https://baophutho.vn/hoc-dieu-hay-tu-ngay-tet-248035.htm