Ceremonies to commemorate 5.12 quake

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An art teacher from Shanghai Xiangming Middle School said, "I think psychological rebuilding is much more important than that of material, especially for children."

A child holds a candle during an activity to  commemorate the victims of the fatal May 12,  2008 Wenchuan earthquake, in Zhengzhou, capital  of central China's Henan Province, May 12, 2009.   (Xinhua Photo)

In the past year, the lives of children since the earthquake has attracted concern from across the country.

The China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation joined other departments to initiate a series of activities to promote the lives of children in quake areas. Aid packages are now being collected and delivered to needy areas.

Editor:Liu Anqi