Yuchen Shi

doi:10.70711/wef.v2i12.7469

Creating the "Nini Universe": A Study on Cross-Media Narrative Empowering Childrens Aesthetic Education Practice

Yuchen Shi

Abstract

Children are in a period of rapid physical and mental growth, so aesthetic educationfocusing on beauty and creativityis especially important. As China places greater emphasis on fostering character and virtue, aesthetic education is gaining more attention in schools,
with childrens aesthetic development seen as increasingly vital. A key challenge is how to use immersive and diverse artistic experiences to
help children naturally internalize aesthetic attitudes and artistic thinking, building lasting interest and creativity. This paper uses the crossmedia project "Nini Universe" as a case study, reviewing research on childrens aesthetic education and cross-media storytelling. It examines
how such approaches can empower children, exploring effective strategies and mechanisms. The goal is to encourage innovation in both the
theory and practice of childrens aesthetic education, and to support the growth of a new generation of children who are creative, culturally
confident, and socially responsible.

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