“Tying a red scarf for students is a piece of cake, everyone knows how! But… oh boy, when you do it wrong, it becomes a big deal!” – A mother’s words witnessing her daughter struggling with her red scarf every morning before school.
The Secret of the Red Scarf
Tying a red scarf is an indispensable “ritual” for Vietnamese students. The red scarf is a symbol of innocence, purity, and the pride of school age. However, for young children just entering first grade, or even elementary school students, tying a “standard” red scarf can be quite a challenge.
How to Tie a Red Scarf the “Formula” Way
Imagine you are a teacher, guiding students on how to tie a red scarf. To make the instructions easier, let’s break down the scarf-tying steps into parts, like a cooking recipe.
Step 1: Preparation
- Take out the red scarf: Make sure the red scarf is clean and not wrinkled.
- Fold the red scarf: Fold the red scarf lengthwise into a long strip, ensuring the two edges are aligned.
- Put the red scarf over your head: Place the red scarf over your head, making sure the folded part of the scarf is at the back.
Step 2: Tying the Scarf
- Cross the scarf: Cross the red scarf over your left shoulder, then pull the end of the scarf towards your right shoulder.
- Loop through the circle: Loop the end of the red scarf through the circle created by the crossed part of the scarf.
- Tighten the scarf: Adjust the tightness of the scarf so that it fits snugly and is not too loose or too tight.
Step 3: Finishing
- Cut off excess: If the red scarf is too long, cut off the excess with scissors.
- Use a scarf clip: To prevent the red scarf from slipping, you can use a scarf clip.
“Rescuing” Yourself When You Tie the Scarf Wrong
“Don’t be discouraged!” – Professor Nguyen Van An, an education expert, once shared. “Tying a red scarf is a simple skill, you just need to practice a little and you’ll become proficient.”
“Early Detection” of Common Mistakes
- Scarf is lopsided: A lopsided scarf is often because you didn’t cross the scarf evenly. How to fix it: Take off the scarf and retie it from the beginning, paying attention to crossing the scarf evenly on both shoulders.
- Scarf is too loose: A scarf that is too loose is often because you didn’t tighten the scarf after looping the end through the circle. How to fix it: Pull the end of the red scarf back and tighten it.
- Scarf is too tight: A scarf that is too tight is often because you tightened the scarf too much. How to fix it: Take off the scarf and retie it from the beginning, paying attention to adjusting the tightness of the scarf so that it fits snugly.
Some Notes When Tying a Red Scarf
- Choose a suitable red scarf: Choose a red scarf that is the right size for your body.
- Tie the scarf neatly: Tie the red scarf neatly and tidily.
- Keep the red scarf clean: Keep the red scarf clean and not wrinkled.
Conclusion
Tying a red scarf is a beautiful and meaningful ritual, reminding us of our innocent and pure childhood. Take a little time to practice how to tie a red scarf, and you will surely tie the red scarf in a “standard” way and be confident when going to school.
What about you, do you know how to tie a red scarf yet? Share your red scarf tying method with us!