1. Reference Essay Number 4
The text 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' by writer Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần has left a lasting impression on readers.
The author has crafted a seemingly simple story that carries significant life lessons. The main character refers to himself as 'I'. His house has a large garden where his father has planted many flowers. Every evening, the father and son would water the plants together. The father would often ask the protagonist to close his eyes, then lead him around the garden to touch the flowers and guess their names. After several attempts, the boy could correctly identify each flower. One day, the boy, named Tý, brought his father some large, soft guavas as a gift. Even though the father didn’t particularly like guavas, he happily accepted them. The protagonist learned a valuable lesson about the gifts we give and receive. Later, the father invented another game, where instead of touching, the protagonist would smell the flowers and name them. When the boy mastered the game, the father praised him for having the best nose in the world. At that moment, the boy realized that the flowers had guided him through the garden.
In today’s fast-paced world, people are often caught up in their worries. Reflecting on these times, we may feel regret about certain days gone by. The text 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' invites readers to slow down and savor the quiet moments in life. The father created games for his child to experience and reflect. Through these experiences, the father taught his child about love and gratitude. The father taught the boy how to appreciate every flower and blade of grass. From this, we learn about love, confidence, and the importance of caring for others. The author seems to suggest that by paying more attention and listening closely to our surroundings, we can find that the world is truly precious.
'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' opens the reader’s eyes to simple yet profound lessons. Each person will come away learning to cherish even the smallest things in life.

2. Reference Essay Number 5
In today’s fast-paced world, people are often overwhelmed by work and the material aspects of life. We end up regretting the time that has passed. The text 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' takes us back to slow, simple moments, helping us reconnect with the small things and nourish our souls.
The uniqueness of the text begins with its title, which combines two contrasting elements: closing your eyes while keeping the window open. Usually, people open windows to look outside, but in this text, the characters seem to experience life in a completely different way.
The story is about the small lessons a father teaches his child about love and gratitude. Have you ever had a garden full of flowers? You would miss them terribly if the world lacked flowers, because flowers are like guides! In the story, the father personally cultivates a garden for his son, teaching him how to love and care for each flower and blade of grass. From this story, I learned love, gained confidence, and realized the importance of caring for others. I’ve learned many lessons—such as loving my parents more, appreciating those who care for me, and reminding myself to share, take pride in, and value what I have. The text also made me appreciate family even more and realize how wonderful my father is—he would do anything to bring happiness to his child. Through this text, the author seems to remind us that by simply listening a little more and paying attention to the world around us, we will find that life is incredibly precious. These are the lessons I’ve learned from the boy in the story, from the author Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần, and from 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ.'
Therefore, 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' offers a way to experience nature using all our senses. It also sends a message about the meaning of gifts and the ways in which we give and receive them, demonstrating love for nature, father-son bonds, and the affection for the 'gifts' in the characters' lives.

3. Reference Essay Number 6
With boundless love for children, nature, and life, author Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần offers readers fascinating insights through the eyes of the child character 'I.' 'I' represents a deep affection for nature and family.
The story is told from the first-person perspective of 'I,' a curious boy with a talent for accurately identifying various things. The text begins with the introduction of a garden planted by his father behind their house. His father teaches him patience by having him close his eyes, touch each flower, and guess its name. Although he initially makes many mistakes, he perseveres with encouragement from his father, eventually being able to identify every flower in the garden with his eyes shut.
From here, he discovers that he has a unique ability to identify things with his other senses. Not only can he identify flowers, but he can also find objects without looking. He can even gauge distances based on the sound of footsteps. Uncle Hùng is amazed, exclaiming that 'you have a magical eye.' However, this talent goes beyond simple games—it helps 'I' save a boy named Tí from drowning. When others were unsure of the source of a scream, 'I' quickly pinpointed its origin: 'About thirty meters away, this way!' His timely discovery earned admiration and gratitude from everyone.
In addition, 'I' is a kind-hearted character who treasures every moment with family and loved ones. He loves the name of the boy Tí so much that he feels 'its sound is more beautiful than any other name, like a song when spoken.' When touching and naming gifts while his eyes are closed, he accidentally touches his father's hand but jokingly exclaims, 'Ah! Here’s my gift. Wow, this gift is so big!' This shows the affection 'I' has for his beloved father.
What stands out is 'I’s' deep love for nature, expressed through an imaginary conversation at the end of the story. 'I' sees the garden as an endless gift, and 'The flowers are the guides!' The reason 'I' can identify flowers without opening his eyes is because he has devoted all his love and attention to understanding and appreciating them.
Using the first-person narrative, 'I' reveals his own thoughts and feelings. Additionally, the familiar, evocative language helps paint a vivid picture of 'I’s' character traits.
Through 'I,' Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần conveys a tender view of childhood and a deep love for humanity and the world around us.

4. Reference Essay Number 1
The text 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' by Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần offers many meaningful lessons.
The main character in the story, who is also the narrator, 'I,' lives in a house with a large garden filled with various plants and flowers. Every afternoon, 'I' accompanies his father to water the plants. Then, the father would ask 'I' to close his eyes, touch each flower, and guess its name. After several attempts, 'I' becomes proficient, correctly identifying each flower. The father then comes up with another challenge. He would stand somewhere and ask 'I' to guess how far away he was. At first, 'I' couldn’t guess, but soon, 'I' could tell the distance just by listening to the sound of footsteps. At first, the uncle didn’t believe it, but 'I' proved his ability through practice and self-discipline. Another game followed: 'I' had to identify the flowers by smell. As 'I' became more skilled, his father praised him for having the best nose in the world. 'I' realized that the flowers were guiding him through the garden. These games allowed the father to give 'I' valuable experiences and taught him to appreciate every flower and blade of grass in the garden.
The next story involves a boy named Tí who brings his father large, soft guavas as a gift. The gift reflects Tí’s thoughtfulness: 'The large guavas, carefully wrapped in plastic, were soft and delicious.' Even though the father rarely eats guavas, he enjoys them because they are a gift from Tí. This demonstrates that even a simple gift carries deep meaning when given with love and care. Whether receiving or giving a gift, the gesture reflects one’s appreciation for others.
'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' is a gentle story, yet it carries profound humanistic values.

5. Reference Essay Number 2
The work 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' by Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần is a simple yet profound story that offers many life lessons.
The main character, who is also the narrator, is a young boy. His family’s garden is filled with many flowers. Every afternoon, he and his father go to the garden to water the plants. Afterward, the father comes up with various games for the boy to experience.
The first game challenges the boy’s sense of touch. He must close his eyes, walk to each flower, and guess its name. After several attempts, he becomes proficient and can identify each flower just by touching it. The next game challenges his sense of sight. The boy must close his eyes and guess the distance between himself and people or objects. After a while, the boy can tell how far his father is just by listening to his footsteps. Finally, the last game tests his sense of smell. Instead of touching the flowers, he now has to smell them and identify their names. Once the boy masters this, his father praises him, saying he has the best nose in the world. These games helped the boy develop all his senses, but more importantly, they taught him to love, listen, and appreciate nature and everything around him. The final message of the story, 'the flowers are the guides,' conveys that nature is our closest and most familiar companion.
Along with this, a small story about Tí’s gift teaches another valuable lesson. Tí’s simple gift is: 'The large guavas, carefully wrapped in plastic, were soft and delicious.' Despite not liking guavas, the father accepts and enjoys the gift. This shows that every gift is beautiful, and when we give or receive gifts, we, too, become beautiful through the gesture.
It can be confidently said that 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' is a gentle yet deeply meaningful story.

6. Reference Essay Number 3
Nguyễn Ngọc Thuần is a renowned writer, known for his works for children. His stories offer a fresh, pure, and warm world, and one of his notable works, 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ,' carries a valuable lesson for readers.
The story’s protagonist, 'I', is a young boy. His family has a large garden. Every afternoon, after returning from the fields, 'I' accompanies his father to water the plants. The father creates an engaging game where 'I' must close his eyes and touch each flower to guess its name. After repeated trials, the boy becomes proficient at identifying all the flowers. Not stopping there, the father creates another game. He stands somewhere in the garden and asks 'I' to guess how far he is. Eventually, the boy can tell the distance just by listening to his father’s footsteps. Although initially skeptical, the uncle is amazed by the boy’s abilities, which he continues to develop. The father then introduces a final challenge where 'I' can only smell the flowers and guess their names. Once the boy masters this, his father praises him for having the 'best nose in the world.' Through these games, the father teaches 'I' to appreciate nature and life, and the boy learns to observe and connect with the world around him.
Moreover, the father teaches 'I' the value of gifts. One day, during a meal, they hear a cry for help. The boy immediately identifies the direction, and the father rushes to the riverbank to save Tí. Afterward, Tí gives the father a gift: 'Large, soft guavas, carefully wrapped in plastic.' Despite not liking guavas, the father gladly accepts and enjoys them. When 'I' is puzzled, the father explains the true meaning behind the gift—the thoughtfulness and love that accompany even the simplest offerings. This teaches that the value of a gift lies not in its size or cost, but in the heart of the giver. Whether giving or receiving, the act of exchanging gifts reflects beauty and kindness.
In conclusion, 'Vừa nhắm mắt vừa mở cửa sổ' is a gentle yet profound story that conveys deep humanistic values.

