Creative strokes and colorful palettes splashed the canvas in Changsha county on Nov 12, as talented students sought to envision their own civilized society.

Some 2,400 students of different ages gathered at the Songya Lake Football Ground to paint their impressions of civilized behaviors and beautiful landscapes of their hometown.

A primary student displays her impression of a civilized society. [Photo/csxrmt.com]

Three-year-old Rao Yufei was the youngest participant this year even though it was his second time taking part.

Rao Yufei, the youngest participant at the painting contest, gets creative with the help of her teacher. [Photo/csxrmt.com]

On the same day, Changsha county unveiled a list of 100 books which they recommend all young children and their parents to read together.

Officials of Changsha county unveil a book list for parent-child reading on Nov 12. [Photo/csxrmt.com]