Comments on: Shanghai Tour

By: stolisano

stolisano — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 11:57:40 +0000

Mrs. Dearing’s class,

I don’t know for sure why we couldn’t take a picture of the sitting Buddha? My guess is out of respect. It is a very important buddha figure.
We saw many silk dresses and so many beautiful colors. Pink, blue, red, green and more… Some of the dresses have flowers on them others animals. WE saw many pandas on dresses and blouses. Jose was dressed very warm, thanks to the outfit you gave him. He will need it in Xi’An. It might even snow tomorrow.
We have been to many different temples, since we have been to China. All of them are very beautiful.
Traffic is unbelievable here in China. In Shanghai there were so many bicycles, together with cars, buses, and people walking on the street. Everybody is driving and walking where ever they want to. People honk their horn ALL the time.
So far we have not seen any REAL dragons. All of the ones we have seen are out of stone, wood or are painted. Dragons are something really special in China. They symbolizes the emperor and power.
No real panda bears yet? We will let you know as soon as we see one.
Greetings from China

By: stolisano

stolisano — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 11:47:42 +0000

Mr. Foster’s class,
We will try to take as many pictures as we can.Keep checking the Photo Gallery for updates.
The silkworms eat the leaves of the Mulberry tree.
No, we have not gone to McDonalds to eat. I am not sure I want to know what kind of beef they put into the hamburger here.
We have seen many, many pandas already… they are all on paintings, fans, toys, stuffed animals, etc. though. No live ones yet. We will report as soon as we see one.

By: mr.ware

mr.ware — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 05:05:51 +0000

For Mrs. Milon’s question on Buddhist temple etiquette:

There is a temple etiquette which is usually observed worldwide.
Shoes are removed before entering the temple.
When sitting or praying do not turn the soles of one’s feet toward the altar or Buddha. This is regarded as disrespectful.
Prayer books and sacred images must never be placed on the floor or stepped over by one’s feet.
Other than the above, the etiquette is the same as in a Christian Church which is to be respectful & considerate of others.

By: mrs.mcknight

mrs.mcknight — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 19:45:14 +0000

Hi from Mrs. McKnight’s class. It is at the end of the day, but we wanted to send greetings and say “wow” because it looks like you are really doing lots of fun things. For your information, our class has won the first two challenges in the Amazing Race! We have not heard who has won the origami challenge, but we are looking forward to researching all about the terracotta warriors tonight. We will send you interesting and well-written paragraphs all about them! We miss you lots, and send you many “ni hows”! Love, Mrs. McKnight’s Class

By: mr.foster

mr.foster — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 19:40:16 +0000

Ni Hao!!! Good to see you again our China Trekkers! We’ve got some more questions for you, we’ve been trying to stump you, but you keep giving us the answers! What is the difference in the sitting Buddha, and the reclining Buddha? (besides the obvious) Why couldn’t you take a picture of the sitting Buddha? Do they eat the fruit off of the Mulberry Tree? Did you get to try a green pea pie? They looked absolutely delicious…sort of. Have you had a chance to see a panda?

If you see anymore markets, examples of food, housing or clothing, would you try to get a picture of it. Thank you.

By: mrs.berkowitz

mrs.berkowitz — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 17:34:44 +0000

The children are very excited about all of your adventures. They think Jose is having a wonderful time.Since we are learning a lot about Christmas around the world we were wondering if they are getting ready to celebrate any holidays in China. Do they have Christmas trees there?

We were also wondering if they play baseball or any other sports in China that we play here. We noticed that they played basketball!

We also wondered where the little girl’s parents were?

By: mrs.dearing

mrs.dearing — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 16:45:33 +0000

Why couldn’t you take a picture of the sitting Buddha?

Did you see any silk dresses?

Was Jose warm in our outfit?

Have you seen a temple yet?

Is there a lot of traffic there?

Are the dragons real there? What color are they?

Have you seen a real panda bear yet?

By: mrs.gatling

mrs.gatling — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 16:14:20 +0000

What was the plant and the tree life like in the Yuyuan garden?Did you see examples of coniferous and deciduous trees? Any blooming plants,or is it too cold now? Thanks, Mrs Gatling’s class

By: mrs.gatling

mrs.gatling — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 15:19:16 +0000

Do the silk worm moths die soon after laying their eggs?Mrs. Gatling’s class

By: mrs.milon

mrs.milon — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 14:52:33 +0000

Are there any traditions, or rules, that are followed when entering a Buddist temple, my class would like to know? What are these? Thanks!