TEDxWahaha Schools Youth

Speakers

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• Arya Lou

  Student

  I’m Arya, a curious, smile-loving third grader. I enjoy exploring questions and researching answers deeply. I’ve competed in WSDA and DLC speech contests, earning second place at WSDA Nationals. I’m excited to share how small, simple things like smiles can change our mood and health.

• Astro Dong

  Student

  I'm 13 years old and come from Hangzhou, China. I like soccer and programming.

• Blair Wu 邬俊伊

  Student

  Blair is a 13-year-old Canadian girl currently attending elementary school in China. She excels academically and has a deep passion for kayaking, fashion design, dance, and uncovering the cause-and-effect behind how things work. She is naturally curious and loves asking questions that spark her curiosity to dig deeper. Through her TED Talk, she hopes to empower more kids to navigate pressure from parents and teachers, and grow into thriving, resilient individuals.

• Calvin Xie

  Student

  My name is Calvin, and I'm from Wahaha Bilingual School Hangzhou. The reason for choosing this topic is that the world is now facing environmental issues such as global warming and climate change. Therefore, solutions are needed to reduce carbon emissions. Hence, I consider biofuels to be one alternative.

• Carina Yan

  Student

  My name is Carina, and I’m currently a sixth-grader at Wahaha Bilingual School. My hobbies include exploring different languages, playing soccer, the drums, and dabbling in philosophy. Subjectively speaking, I’d describe myself as outgoing, though I do tend to get shy on stage. When I grow up, my dream is to become a philosophy professor at the University of Freiburg in Germany — it’s also my dream school, and I’m drawn to its unique learning atmosphere. This is my second TED Talk, and even though I got nervous up there, I truly loved the experience. I hope I’ll get more opportunities like this to share my thoughts in the future.

• Edward Liu

  Student

  Edward is a Grade 11 student at Wahaha Bilingual School. He values personal growth, enjoys meeting people from different backgrounds, and is eager to explore the world around him.

• Eleven Wang

  Student

  My name is Eleven, and I am in Grade 1. I like drawing, singing, and traveling. I am a happy and friendly girl who loves my family and school. I want to keep learning and make new friends.

• Emily Zhang

  Student

  大家好呀！我叫张钰翎, 今年八岁。我来自杭州, 是一名活泼开朗的二年级学生。我有一双爱笑, 且能发现美丽的眼睛。我活泼可爱、古灵精怪, 性格十分外向, 很喜欢交朋友。 我的爱好特别广泛, 我喜欢唱歌、画画、看书、跳舞和大提琴。音乐是我情绪散放的通道, 画画能让我把心里美好的世界记录下来, 看书可以学到很多有趣的知识, 跳舞也让我变得更加美丽自信。 自信开朗、热爱表达的我, 喜欢舞台, 享受舞台。我愿意把自己心里的想法和自己的小故事, 一一分享给大家。语言有温度, 语言有力量, 希望大家喜欢全力以赴的我！

• Ethan Huang

  Student

  Hello everyone! I’m Ethan, a cheerful 9-year-old boy who loves smiling and making new friends. I enjoy sports, especially basketball, football, and golf. Sports make me feel strong and teach me teamwork. I also like drawing, music, and sharing my ideas. I hope to keep learning, playing, and growing happily with my friends.

• Hannah Lee

  Student

  Hannah is a Grade 10 student who is curious about the origins of the universe.

• Jayden Zhang

  Student

  My name is Jayden, and I’m 8 years old. I am in grade 2 at Wahaha Bilingual School. I have a great passion for both music and sports. When it comes to music, I am learning to play two instruments: the piano and the violin. As for sports, football is my absolute favorite — and my favourite football player is Cristiano Ronaldo. I admire his hard work, his skill, and his determination. One day, I hope to become a football star just like him. However, my mother always tells me, “Stop dreaming.” But I believe that dreams are the first step to achieving great things. During my free time, I enjoy building intricate Lego creations, which allow my imagination to run wild. I also make sure to practice the piano and the violin regularly because I truly love expressing myself through music. The most relaxing moment of my entire day, without a doubt, is the quiet time I spend reading just before I fall asleep. Curling up with a good book is relaxing and fills my mind with wonderful stories.

• Kingsley He

  Student

  I am Kingsley, a boy who loves to question the world. There are quite a few things that can interfere with people's judgment in the world, and I want to try my best to find them out, as well as correct them.

• Kira Wu

  Student

  I’m Kira, a Grade 9 student fascinated by life and death, so I chose to speak about it. In China, conversations about death are often avoided, leaving many confused and afraid. Through this talk, I hope to ease fears, shift perspectives, and encourage parents to guide children to face death openly.

• Leisha Aswani

  Student

  My name is Leisha Aswani, and I am a Grade 6A student from India. I have studied at Wahaha International School for about four years. I enjoy learning, especially I&S, English, and math. Outside of class, I like dancing, drawing, music, cycling, badminton, and swimming. I am happy to share my ideas through TEDx and hope to keep improving next year.

• Louis Lu

  Student

  My name is Louis, and I am a Grade 5 student at Wahaha Bilingual School. I used to enjoy learning every day, but last year I became too attached to my phone. After seeing this problem become more common among students, I decided to give this speech.

• Moxie Wright

  Student

  Moxie is currently an eighth-grade student at Wahaha Bilingual School in Hangzhou. She loves singing, composing, acting, and designing jewelry.

• Nolan Chen

  Student

  I am passionate about basketball and golf, and I hold a black belt in Taekwondo. This is my third time participating in TEDx. I also enjoy debating, which has equipped me with different ways to think about problems and view the world from multiple perspectives.

• Nora Peng

  Student

  Hello everyone, I’m Nora, a seven-year-old girl from Hangzhou. I study at Wahaha Bilingual School and enjoy reading books, watching cartoons, and playing Nintendo Switch games. My favorite book is Dragon Master. Magic is especially exciting to me, and I often imagine different magical worlds. When I grow up, I hope to create games or animation.

• Norma Zhang

  Student

  Hello everyone, my name is Norma. My personality type is ENTP. I’m the kind of person who could choose a travel destination at the airport based on which flight is about to leave. At the same time, I also have a serious academic side and enjoy spending hours reading scientific journals and doing research. In this talk, I want to share an important message: AI could become one of humanity’s greatest tools, but if we fail to guide it responsibly, it could also become one of its greatest risks.

• Nuo Lai 来诺

  Student

  I’m Nuo, a 10-year-old in Grade 5. I love dinosaurs and skiing, and I also enjoy playing video games.

• Patrick Xu

  Student

  Hi, I'm Patrick, a fourth-grade boy whose brain is always "crunching" on questions. I'm a bit weird — while others eat burgers, I wonder how many miles it traveled. I grew tomatoes for three months and got only two sour fruits, but I loved it. I read reports, watch documentaries, and complain about never enough popcorn chicken. Some say I think too much, but I say curiosity isn't a flaw; it's a superpower. I won't spoil my talk today. Just remember: I'm a kid who believes one bite can change the world. Curious, playful, and ready to make a difference.

• Preesha Kailash

  Student

  Preesha is a lively six-year-old girl from Mumbai, India, lovingly known by everyone as “Little Dynamite.”

• Rella Ge

  Student

  I’m Rella, a 10-year-old student in Grade 5. I love trying new things, especially diving, surfing, and even skydiving.

• Ryan Gao

  Student

  Hi, I’m Ryan, a Grade 10 student with a strong curiosity about the world. The more I explore, the more questions I have.

• Saanvi Ramani

  Student

  I'm Saanvi, a student who enjoys questioning everyday habits and understanding how they influence the way we think and live. I'm particularly interested in exploring how small, often overlooked actions can have a much bigger impact on our focus, mindset, and overall lifestyle. Whether it's something as simple as how we spend our time or how we respond to distractions, I like to look beyond the surface and understand the deeper effects. Instead of just accepting things as normal, I try to think critically and form my own perspective. I believe that being aware of our habits is the first step toward improving them, and this mindset has shaped the way I approach both my learning and my daily life.

• Sandy Liu

  Student

  Sandy is a Grade 11 student who has been practicing Latin dance since the age of six. What started as a hobby soon became a serious part of her life. Over time, she became interested not only in technique but also in the history of Latin and Standard dance. Now, she hopes to advocate for their inclusion in the Youth Olympic Games.

• Shandy Tao

  Student

  Hello everyone, my name is Shandy. I'm a Grade 11 student. My hobbies are playing badminton, listening to music, and traveling. I have a very easy-going personality and can become good friends with people of different styles. During my travels, I also made many friends from different places.

• Star Liang

  Student

  I love music, art, and Rubik's Cube. I have a funny personality. I love music because I have a violin, a flute, a recorder, and a ukulele!

• Stella Jiang

  Student

  Hello everyone! My name is Stella, and I’m from Wahaha Bilingual School Hangzhou. I love reading; it acts like a magic key that unlocks countless different worlds and fills my mind with fresh knowledge every day. Beyond books, music flows in my veins. I have been dedicated to learning the violin for five years. The moment I finish playing a new piece perfectly, the sense of accomplishment fills me with incredible power. I especially enjoy challenging myself. For example, preparing for English speeches used to be a struggle - writing drafts was torturous! However, standing on the stage today, I realize that the sweat and effort put into the process are what truly matter and make the result shine. I’m eager to connect with all of you. Thank you！

• Vansh Chelani

  Student

  Vansh is a 13-year-old Grade 8 student from India studying at Wahaha International School in Hangzhou. Curious from a young age, he has always loved asking big questions and coming up with his own ideas. After first speaking at TEDx in Grade 7, he returned in Grade 8 determined to do even better. He hopes his words will make people think and leave a lasting impact.