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The 13th Storytelling Contest

The 13th National Storytelling Contest was organized by Shanti Volunteer Association (SVA) with financial support from JICA and cooperation with Ministry of Education Youth and Sport from 13-15 February 2008 at Phnom Penh Teacher Training Center. 66 Teachers and librarians were selected from 11 provinces and cities. The first prize went to an enchanted teacher from Banteay Meanchey Province. She creatively used her original handmade materials to read the Very Hungry Caterpillar, written by American author Eric Carle, instead of using the real picture book. Her facial expression and good tune of voice, I think, were also the points made her the best contestant for this year.


The 13th Storytelling Contestants


The Gigantic Turnip with children showing the importance of unity　


Re-demonstration of the Very Hungry Caterpillar


The Enchanted First-Prize Winner

A Rose for Your Vanlentine?

Valentine Day has gained popularity among Cambodian youth these recent years. Rather than offering valentine cards, chocolates or any confectionary, buying roses for their lovers is much more common and popular for Cambodian teens. Today there are flower stands dotted every corner nearby high schools, along main streets, river fronts and other popular hangouts. Though apparently flower stands are no less than previous years, surprisingly I saw less people holding roses along the streets this evening. Yet, there are teens everywhere with their new bikes. Here are some photos I took while I strolled to and from Royal Palace this evening.


Along Sihanouk Boulevard


Along Sihanouk Boulevard


In front of Express Fresh Flower Shop


Near New Collection Store


Near Independent Monument


This kinda store just disappears itself hours later.


In front of Slek Chac Restaurant, owned by Pop Singer Preab Sovath