Play Spirit Facilitating Cultural Transmission: Three Chinese Picture Books

This study explores the manifestation of play spirit in Chinese picture books. It uses three picture books with Chinese characteristics, namely Happy Chinese New Year, Chinese Mythological Stories, and Traditional Chinese Festival Stories. Through in-depth analyses of these picture books, the study will focus on the impact of play activities on children's creativity and imagination and their understanding and perception of Chinese culture. By studying these picture books, we can better understand how Chinese culture is conveyed through play and how Chinese picture books work to stimulate children's learning interests and creativity. This paper has explored the influence of play elements in these picture books on children's understanding and perception of Chinese culture. These picture books often cover elements of traditional Chinese culture, such as traditional festivals, arts and crafts, and mythological stories. Through playful presentations, children can gain a deeper understanding of the connotations of Chinese culture. By analyzing these picture books, we can understand how the play elements help children build up their knowledge and feelings about Chinese cultural traditions through storylines, illustrations, and interactions.