Shanghai's "Corn Kingdom" Brings Agricultural Learning to Youth

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The Shanghai Book Fair is hosting a unique event featuring the "100,000 Whys" Farmland Study Tour, also known as the "Corn Kingdom." This agricultural research and study project explores the secrets of corn growth, aiming to provide young people with authentic learning experiences. The project is a joint effort between Qisheng Education and "100,000 Whys," and several more experiential programs are set to launch in phases. The "Corn Kingdom" is located in Youmi Farm, near the Pujiang First Scenic Area in Shihudang Town, Songjiang District.

Key Takeaways:

  • The "Corn Kingdom" exploration tour is an agricultural research and study project that explores the secrets of corn growth and aims to provide young people with authentic learning experiences.
  • The project is a joint effort between Qisheng Education and "100,000 Whys," under the Shanghai Children's Publishing House.
  • The "Corn Kingdom" is located in Youmi Farm, near the Pujiang First Scenic Area in Shihudang Town, Songjiang District.
  • Young people can participate in various experiential programs, including "Harvest Warriors," "Anthocyanin Special Forces," and the "Pearl Elf Team."
  • The programs aim to provide children with practical knowledge of corn growth, including planting, recording growth diaries, and mastering the contents of the corn growth pass certificate.
  • Upon completing the programs, participants receive the "Mysterious Mission Card" and can attend the "Corn Workshop" to complete a challenge.
  • The program is in line with the recently published book "Botanical Garden in Textbooks" by the Children's Publishing House, which uses illustrations to tell the fascinating stories of grains.
  • The project aims to transition from textbooks to practical agricultural experiences, providing a unique learning opportunity for young people.

Statistics:

  • Percentage of children participating in the summer agricultural learning activities held at Youmi Farm: over 10
  • Number of agricultural learning activities held during the summer: over 10
  • Number of experiential programs currently available: 3 (Harvest Warriors, Anthocyanin Special Forces, and Pearl Elf Team)
  • Number of phases planned for the launch of additional experiential programs: several

Sources:

  • Songjiang District of Shanghai Municipality

https://www.songjiang.gov.cn/xwzx/001001/20250819/9221e2db-69c6-4fde-abc5-6796eea78ecf.html

  • Shanghai Children's Publishing House
  • Children's Publishing House "Botanical Garden in Textbooks"