A group of British students from Woodpark School in London are visiting Xinhua Junior
Hight School in Beijing on an educational exchange.
"I was very nervous at first," says Sarah. "However, my host family are friendly. I'm
glad to be guest in their home. I've learnt to use chopstricks, and they're teaching me a
little Chinese!"
The students spend the weekdays studying with Chinese students. At the weekend, they
tour around Beijing and visit places of interest with their host families.
"It's been a fantastic experience so far," says Eric. "I've learnt a bit of t'ai chi,
and I really enjoy it. We've already learnt a lot about Chinese culture and history. The
teachers have introduced us to Chinese painting as well. We've also tried to paint some
pictures ourselves! I haven't had much success yet, but I'll keep trying."
“I've made many new friends," says Sarah. "I plan to keep in touch with them when I
return home. We'll see one another soon because they'll come over to the UK for the
second part of the exchange next month. I can't with!"