Ice and snow sports have gained growing popularity in various parts of Jiangsu province ahead of the Beijing Winter Olympics which will take place on February 4.
Right after the beginning of the winter vacation, volunteers from Lianyungang City brought rural left-behind children to a ski resort to experience ice and snow sports.
Instructed by the coach, the children made bold attempts, turning the cold outdoor instantly into a sea of joy with the innocent smiling faces becoming the most beautiful scenery in the ice and snow.
Zhou Wenjing, Rural Student
I had several falls at first, but I finally learned to ski. I think as long as you persist, you will be able to succeed. This is also a manifestation of the spirit of the Winter Olympics.
Stimulated by the Winter Olympics, primary and secondary school students from all over the province have enjoyed a wonderful winter vacation.
Pudong Garden Community of Huai’an city carried out an Olympic-themed painting activity. Under the children's pen, the beautiful scenes of the ice and snow world, the dazzling demeanor at the Games and the best wishes for the Winter Olympics are demonstrated one by one.
Student
I drew a snowman, cheering for China and I hope China will continue to be the first in this year's Winter Olympics.
The Xinhua Bookstore in Qidong County has launched a special counter for Winter Olympics-themed books, allowing people to learn more about ice and snow sports. The Hequn Community in Xuzhou city held Winter Olympics-themed activities where the children turned small pieces of clay into cute mascots of the Beijing Winter Olympics.
