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Feature of the Week: 3 students from Wai Chow School attempt to set Guinness World Record
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Three Primary Six students from Wai Chow School in Yuen Long participated in an attempt to set a Guinness World Record in Hong Kong using coins. Here are their reflections on this experience.
Chan Yat-long
I was thrilled to participate in the Hong Kong Guinness World Record challenge organised by KLN and Unicef Hong Kong, titled 'Most People Playing Heads or Tails Simultaneously'.
This meaningful event fostered community cohesion and allowed us to learn about currencies. Through this interactive game, we better understood one another while creating wonderful memories. I truly enjoyed the experience.
Chan Yat-long shares how the Guinness World Record challenge promoted community cohesion. Photo: Handout
Lui Wing-sum
This event was truly meaningful because we could reuse coins that are no longer in circulation.
Participating in such a large-scale event made us feel valued and honoured. Having over 250 people in one room flipping coins was an extraordinary experience.
With those coins, we could also help others in need. Several organisations contributed to the event, demonstrating that many people care about this initiative. I hope to participate in more activities like this, whether to help others or break more world records.
Lui Wing-sum says the event was a unique opportunity to repurpose unused coins while fostering community spirit and supporting those in need. Photo: Handout
Lyrus Tse
Witnessing and being one of 286 people guessing a coin toss simultaneously was fun and impressive. It is amazing how this event inspired us to believe that everyone has the power to change the world, even with small actions.
Congratulations to all participants for making history in such a playful way.
The trophy is shaped like fish scales and has coin patterns. This symbolises abundance and prosperity while reminding us of Hong Kong's journey from a fishing port to a major financial centre.
Lyrus Tse says the event celebrated the power of small actions to inspire change. Photo: Handout
