
A netizen named “Tiantan Mountain Local Specialties” commented that respecting teachers is not about parents and students giving gifts, but how it is reflected in our daily actions. Although China has established “Teachers’ Day,” on that day most teachers are still working tirelessly at their desks, while also having to deal with various “visits,” “reports,” and “events,” leaving them overwhelmed. Many scenic spots offer free entry to teachers, and many businesses offer “gifts” or “discounts” to teachers—yet who truly considers whether teachers genuinely benefit from these “treatments”? These so-called Teachers’ Day “benefits” have become little more than empty promises used by scenic spots and merchants to take advantage of teachers. The Yellow River Three Gorges Scenic Area’s free entry initiative is a genuine gesture of gratitude for the contributions teachers make to the country, society, and every family. If this action can raise societal awareness and appreciation for teachers and the value of respecting them, then even if the scenic area incurs some financial loss, it is worth it.