上个月，好莱坞著名编剧、小说家，电影制作人Dwain Worrell先生走进天津海嘉与孩子们进行面对面交流。他以自己的写作经历为例，用风趣幽默的语言，带领孩子们一起领略文学创作的魅力，并且现场即兴创作有趣的故事。

Last month, Mr. Dwain Worrell, a famous Hollywood screenwriter, novelist, and filmmaker, walked into BIBA-Tianjin to have face-to-face communication with the students. He used his writing experiences as examples along with witty and humorous language to help children appreciate the charm of literary creation. Mr. Worrell also involved the students in improvising an interesting story on site.

在互动环节，他还就文学阅读和创作等话题与孩子们进行了亲切深入的交流，并签名合影。Dwain说，要想成为一名作家，先成为一个完整的“人”。这与海嘉一直倡导的“全人教育”理念不谋而合，我们希望在日常教学和活动中，帮助孩子们唤醒内在的自我，唤醒他们探索、创造这个世界的热情和渴望。

During the interactive segment, he also had friendly and in-depth exchanges with the children on topics such as reading and creative writing. He also took the time to provide autographs for students and take group photos with them. Mr. Worrell said that to become a writer, one must first become a complete “person;” this directly coincides with the concept of "holistic education" advocated by BIBA. We hope to help children continue to awaken their inner selves, their enthusiasm, and their desire to explore and reimagine this world through daily teaching and activities.

与此同时，上个月天津海嘉小学部还举行了“优秀作家”庆祝活动。孩子们将阅读、写作与班级活动结合起来，在共同的分享中汲取知识、分享快乐。家长们走进课堂，积极感受孩子们的作品，一个个充满想象力的故事，一个个新奇有趣的观点给大家留下了深刻的印象。

Amazing authors' celebrations took place at the BIBA elementary school in Tianjin last month. It was quite a sight to behold, with many parents signing up to witness the great accomplishments of their children. Their eagerness to take part and see their children's work was clear, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

孩子们前期花费了大量的时间完成自己的英文创作。现在，这些积累下来的素材成为他们与伙伴们和家长们进行互动的优雅途径——他们朗诵，他们分享，他们讨论，柔和的阳光透过窗帘洒在这些可爱“作家”的脸上，时光仿佛一下子凝固了。当收到老师颁发的小作家奖状和礼物时，每个孩子脸上都洋溢着喜悦。这不单单是对他们努力创作的表彰，也是每个参与者的一次独特体验。

The event buzzed with excitement as the kids eagerly chatted about their writing, sharing their pieces with one another and practicing brief introductions to explain their work to parents and principals. They threw themselves into designing and decorating their cover pages, laughter and energy filling the air as they bounced around, delighted by the classroom decorations and the thoughtful small gifts from the school—rewards for all their hard work. It was a heartwarming sight to see with the students so engaged and enthusiastic about their creations. The atmosphere was electric, with every child adding their unique touch to the event, making it an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

当他们自豪地向父母和老师朗读他们的作品时，你可以从他们明亮、闪闪发光的眼睛中看到未来。一年级学生向大家展示了他们的有趣小经历，每一个故事都充满童真与想象力，活灵活现得仿佛要立马跃然纸上。

There was a sense of magic in the air. You could see the future in their bright, sparkling eyes as they proudly read their writings to their parents. The first graders presented their delightful personal narratives, where they shared stories about things they had done or experiences they had lived through. These young minds truly impressed everyone. Their stories came alive with engaging illustrations and vibrant characters that seemed to leap off the pages.

2 至 5 年级的学生针对“家庭作业是否应该成为学校的一部分”、“人工智能是否利大于弊”“拥有兄弟姐妹是否更好”等问题进行了讨论。孩子们通过练习，明白了什么是事实陈述，什么是观点陈述，通过探究问题灵活地把批判性思维融入了日常学习中。

Students from grades 2 to 5 presented their thoughtful opinion pieces, clearly thrilled to share their views, each one grounded in solid reasoning. Some students debated whether homework should be a part of school or not, while others made the case for robots being the best toys ever. A few even offered their opinions on why having a sibling might not be such a good idea and so on. The variety of topics and the creativity behind the arguments made for a lively and engaging showcase. Each presentation was a testament to the students' abilities to articulate their thoughts and support their opinions with compelling logic. It was exciting to witness such enthusiasm for critical thinking at such a young age.

孩子们的批判性思维、创造力令家长们和老师们惊叹不已。他们能够清晰表达他们的想法，并用逻辑和证据支持他们的论点。我们惊讶地发现，他们天然就是作家，天然就有一双发现的眼睛，天然就拥有用诗一般的语言去描绘这个世界的天赋。

The parents and principals were left in awe, impressed by the students' wit, their power of reasoning, and their creativity. These young authors displayed a remarkable ability to articulate their thoughts and support their arguments with logic and evidence. It was inspiring to see such enthusiasm and intelligence from these elementary school students, leaving everyone with a sense of excitement for their future potential.

六年级的同学们则向大家展示了他们创作的奇幻小说，他们将读者带入充满神奇生物、史诗般的冒险和一个富有想象力的世界。在故事的世界里，我们抛弃功利，放下成见，用孩童般单纯且无所希求的目光重新打量天地万物，会发现一切都是那样新奇，一切都是那样美好，一切都与我紧密相连。

Grade 6, on the other hand, presented some jaw-dropping pieces of fantasy fiction. Their stories transported the audience to imaginative worlds filled with magical creatures, epic adventures, and daring heroes. The creativity and detail in their narratives were impressive, showcasing the students' ability to craft complex plots and build captivating universes. The parents and teachers were fascinated by the vivid imagery and innovative storylines, demonstrating the advanced storytelling skills of these young authors.

孩子们成长的背后，是教育者坚持不懈的努力。外方校长古德博士参与了每一场的小作家分享的活动。他说：“看到我们的学生今年取得了如此大的进步，我感到非常高兴和惊叹。天津海嘉的写作工作坊是一个亮点，孩子们的每一次成长，每一分进步，都是最令父母和老师欣喜的事情。在这个过程中，寓教于乐，创造性地促进孩子的提高，是每个教育者最大的心愿。”

Our international principal, Dr. Good, personally attended all the author celebrations and listened intently to his star students. He remarked, "I am immensely happy and overwhelmed with feelings seeing that our students have come so far this year. The reading and writing workshop initiative at BIBA Tianjin is something we can be proud of, even though it came with bumps and hurdles. All great things come with trials and challenges, and we embraced them."

古德博士继续说道，老师和学生都为实现这一目标付出了难以置信的努力。写作不仅可以培养创造力和想象力，还可以培养批判性思维和沟通技巧，这将使我们的学生在现阶段甚至以后的求学中大受裨益。

Dr. Good continued, "I am so proud to say that both teachers and students have worked incredibly hard to make this happen. Writing not only develops creativity and imagination, but it also builds critical thinking and communication skills that will benefit our students as they progress through school and into college. These are foundational skills that will serve them well in their future careers and academic pursuits."

他补充说，这次活动展示了写作作为表达自我、建立信心和与世界互动的一种方式。在此过程中，孩子们要不断思考在写作中怎样表达才能更加触动读者，这也是高等教育中非常重要的部分。我迫不及待地想看看海嘉的孩子们接下来会进一步取得什么成就。”

He added that the event showcased the importance of writing as a way to express oneself, build confidence, and engage with the world. Dr. Good emphasized that writing helps students develop a strong voice, allowing them to articulate their thoughts and ideas clearly—a crucial asset in higher education and beyond. "It's a joy to see our students on this journey," he concluded. "I can't wait to see what they'll accomplish next."

家长们提到，写作是一条通往孩子们内心的小路。孩子们可以在写作的世界里舒展自己的想象力和创造力。读完孩子的创作，内心特别惊喜和感动！这不仅仅是一次简单的作业，更是孩子在海嘉多年双语学习所带来的馈赠。无论他们将来会不会成为作家，相信写作都会深深地嵌入他们的生命，并陪伴他们经历人生的起伏悲欢。

We have received great feedback from parents about the event. They were impressed by the creativity and thoughtfulness of the students' work and appreciated the opportunity to see their children in action. Many parents mentioned how inspiring it was to witness their kids' enthusiasm and the sense of community that this event fostered. The positive responses from parents reaffirmed the success of the event and its impact on both students and families.

通过这次活动，孩子们真切体会到文学创作的乐趣，增加了他们对阅读和写作的热情与信心，竞相有了举笔尝试的冲动。我们期待海嘉出现更多的“小作家”，每一位学子都能以写作为犁，深耕于中西方文化的大地之上。

Overall, this event captured the spirit of the moment, recognizing the hard work and dedication that had brought everyone to this point. These young authors, with their stories and presentations, reminded everyone that learning is a journey filled with challenges and triumphs. Through their writing, they not only developed valuable skills but also created memories that will last a lifetime. The magic in the air was undeniable, leaving a sense of excitement and anticipation for the future. As the final presentations ended and the applause echoed through the halls, it was clear that the foundation had been laid for a bright and inspiring future for all involved, and nothing can stop these children from continuing to make wonders.