A group of kids from the Beijing Children's Palace took up brushes in an expression of hope and goodwill toward earthquake victims.(Photo: CCTV.com)

It may not be as sunny a Children's Day as in previous years in Sichuan. But students of Beijing hope their efforts will offer the light of friendship for those who must now rebuild their lives.

A group of kids from the Beijing Children's Palace took up brushes in an expression of hope and goodwill toward earthquake victims.(Photo: CCTV.com)

A group of kids from the Beijing Children's Palace took up brushes in an expression of hope and goodwill toward earthquake victims.(Photo: CCTV.com)

(CCTV June 3, 2008)