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The story in this unit tackles themes of diversity, individual preferences and their expression. Anna and Rose each have their own preferred colours. Anna readily shares her opinion on the colour she is wearing, saying “I love orange!” loudly, and with pride after being asked by Rose about her choice of dress.   A potential conflict arises when Fred shouts out that he likes green and blue. This is quickly defused by the teacher, who wisely reassures the students that, “It is okay to like different colours. God made us all different. God still loves us all!”   Message God creates everyone in His image. Everyone is special, everyone is loved. Diversity and the celebration of individual differences are essential features of our humanity. It is important to encourage the expression of these differences without conflict. Recognition of each person’s uniqueness is the first step in building a cooperative future.   Bible verse “I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.” (Psalm 139:15)   Action You know me through and through, from having watched my bones take shape when I was being formed in secret, knitted together in the limbo of the womb. (Psalm139:15)   Glossary Diversity (noun) : the state of being diverse; variety 多樣性 Defuse (verb) : to make a situation less tense or dangerous 緩和 Reassure (verb) : say/do something to remove doubts or fears 再保證   CEO Project 1.0: Life (Level 1) Unit 2, The Orange Dress

Once upon a time, there was a family who found their happiness in their strong bond and their shared belief in God's words. The family consisted of a loving husband and wife, who were devoted parents to their children. They knew that together, they could overcome any challenge that came their way.   One day, a mean man came and tried to make the family unhappy. He shouted, ‘I will make your house smaller!’ But the family didn't get scared. They smiled and said, ‘If our house is smaller, we will be closer together, making us even happier!’   The mean man didn't give up. He shouted again, ‘I will take away your food!’ But the family still smiled. They said, ‘If we have less food, we will share what we have. We will take care of each other and be strong together!’   The mean man got angrier and shouted again, ‘I will take away everything that is green!’ But the family remained happy. They said, ‘Even if there is no green, we can mix blue and yellow to make green. We will create our own beauty and be thankful for the simple things.’   The mean man was so mad because the family didn't get upset. He couldn't break their happiness no matter what he tried. He gave up and went away in defeat.   The family members continued to love each other and follow God's teachings. Their love and unity became a light for others to see and follow.   Message A loving and united family, guided by faith and values, can overcome any challenge and find happiness in even the most difficult circumstances.   Bible verse “How good, how delightful it is for all to live together like brothers.” ( Psalm 133:1)   Action Create a family gratitude wall. Each family member can write and stick down things they are thankful for on the wall. This serves as a visual reminder of the family's positive aspects and blessings.   Glossary Bond (noun) : a close connection joining two or more people 關係 Devoted (adjective) : giving someone a lot of love and attention 摯愛的 Overcome (verb) : to successfully control a problem 克服 Challenge (noun) : something difficult 難題   The story is taken from CEO Project 1.0 – Family (Level 1) Unit 8 The Evil Man – Part 2

Baby Rabbit lives in a hole in the ground with his family. Their home is called a burrow. His mother is clever. She always knows what to do. His father is kind. He looks after Baby Rabbit. His sister is strong. She can dig fast. His brother is funny. He makes Baby Rabbit laugh. The family are very happy.   Message The story shows a happy family. Father Rabbit and Mother Rabbit love and care for their children. Sister Rabbit and Brother Rabbit have different talents. Sister Rabbit is strong. Brother Rabbit is funny. They use their capability to help their parents build a harmonious family. The words from the Bible, ‘My children, our love is not to be just words or mere talk, but something real and active.’ (1 John 3:18).   Action Do you help your parents do some housework? Do you take care of your younger sister or brother if you have any? You can try to sweep the floor or clean the table at home. You can help your younger sister or brother when they do not know how to do their homework. You are one of the family members; can you build a wonderful family with your parents together?   Glossary Burrow (noun) : a hole in the ground 洞穴 Dig (verb) : to move soil 挖掘   The story is taken from CEO Project 1.0 – Family (Level 1) Unit 10 God’s Family Part 1

Rose is a young girl who loves animals. She keeps a tortoise and a rabbit in her garden. The rabbit always hops quickly while the tortoise walks slowly. She takes good care of them.   One day, Rose's grandmother accompanied her to the park. They saw an ice-cream van during their stroll. Rose was delighted, she would like to have an ice-cream. She asked Grandma politely, ‘Please can I have an ice-cream, Grandma?’ Grandma kindly gave her some money to buy one. Rose eagerly ran towards the van, moving as fast as her rabbit. When she was running to the van, she saw her friend. She stopped running and talked to her friend. As a result, Grandma arrived at the ice-cream van before Rose. She smiled mischievously and said, ‘I am fast like your rabbit. You are slow like your tortoise!’ Rose's grandmother cherishes the time spent with her granddaughter, creating precious memories together.   Message Love your family with harmony and respect   Action Cherish relationships with our family and treat each other with respect and kindness so as to foster a harmonious and caring environment in our family.   Glossary Hops (verb) : the quick, bounding movements made by a rabbit or a similar small animal. 跳躍 Accompanied (verb) : to go or be together with someone. 陪伴 Stroll (noun) : a leisurely walk. 溜達 Mischievously (adverb) : describes behavior or actions done in a playful, teasing, or slightly naughty manner. 頑皮地   The story is taken from CEO Project 1.0 Family (Level 1) Unit 6 The Tortoise and the Rabbit Part 2