「明日棟樑：青少年國史教育計劃」獲中國銀行（香港）資助，由中華歷史文化奬勵基金主辦，國史教育中心（香港）統籌，為期三年（2020年10月- 2023年9月）。參與本計劃的夥伴學校共50所，涵蓋幼稚園、小學及中學不同學習階段。50所夥伴學校於首年進行校本活動，第二年進行聯校活動，第三年進行跨學習階段匯展活動；從點、線、面為中、小學及幼稚園組織多元而活潑的學習活動，讓學生學習中華歷史與文化，建立起對民族及國家的認同，懂得欣賞中華民族與文化的美與善，並樂於傳承與發揚。
總結50所夥伴學校的活動經驗，本計劃為中、小、幼各編製了一本教材套，配合不同的主題，設有工作紙、簡報、視頻等，本應用程為其中一項增潤教材，適合中、小學使用。歡迎各學校及教育團體免費下載。
這套敦煌壁畫文化之旅應用程式，是一套寓教於樂的教育應用，以擴真實境呈現敦煌文化，共分三部分
一）敦煌壁畫，配合六幅敦煌壁畫海報，只要用智能手機或平板電腦啟用程式，便將校園變成敦煌不同景點，由歷史人物出現講述不同的敦煌文化
二）敦煌服飾穿上身，用人臉啟動程式，便可將舞動的敦煌服套在身上，可以拍照及錄取視頻，體驗一下敦煌風情
六幅壁畫的內容
壁畫一：張騫出使西域圖
漢朝使節張騫公元前138年出使西域，探索絲綢之路，開展外交和貿易，開啟中國與西域地區的交流與合作。
壁畫二：絲綢之路商貿活動圖
古代絲綢之路是連接中國和歐亞大陸的重要貿易網絡，涉及絲綢、馬匹、茶葉等商品的貿易，促進了東西方文化、宗教和科學知識的交流。
壁畫三：海上絲綢之路
古代海上貿易網絡，連接中國與東南亞、南亞、中東和非洲等地，以絲綢、陶瓷、香料，茶葉等商品為主要貿易品，促進了東西方之間的文化交流和經濟發展。
壁畫四：本生故事（薩埵以身飼虎）
這個故事主要講述了薩埵（或譯為沙門）的慈悲和無私心態。薩埵是佛陀的弟子之一，他在一次旅行中遇到一隻饑餓的母虎和她的幼仔。為了拯救虎仔，薩埵毫不猶豫地將自己投入虎口，使得母虎能夠餵飽她的孩子。
壁畫五：敦煌飛天
敦煌飛天是敦煌石窟中的壁畫之一，描繪了飛翔的天神形象。這些壁畫融合了中國古代藝術與佛教文化，展現了精湛的繪畫技藝和對超越凡世的追求。敦煌飛天壁畫以其獨特的美麗和藝術價值，成為世界文化遺產的重要代表。
壁畫六：觀音菩薩
宗教文化傳入中土（中國）。觀音菩薩是最早在佛教傳入中國的重要代表，被視為慈悲與智慧的化身。敦煌的觀音菩薩信仰如何和中國傳統文化融合，深入人心普及成民間信仰，她的教義在中國推廣了慈悲與無私的價值觀，對中國民眾的信仰產生了深遠影響。
This Dunhuang Mural Cultural Tour application is an educational app that combines learning with entertainment to present Dunhuang culture in an immersive way. It is divided into three parts:
1) Dunhuang Murals: With the help of six Dunhuang mural posters, when you activate the app on your smartphone or tablet, your surroundings will transform into different Dunhuang landmarks. Historical figures will appear and narrate different aspects of Dunhuang culture.
2) Dunhuang Costume: By using facial recognition, you can activate the program and virtually try on a dancing Dunhuang costume . You can take photos and record videos to experience the charm of Dunhuang.
3) Within the app, there is an enchanting video that showcases Dunhuang culture. Dunhuang characters traverse regions and time, traveling from ancient Dunhuang to present-day Hong Kong, arousing interest in Dunhuang culture.
The content of the six murals is as follows:
Mural 1: Zhang Qian’s Mission to the Western Regions
In 138 BC, the envoy Zhang Qian of the Han Dynasty embarked on a mission to explore the Silk Road, initiating diplomatic relations, trade, and promoting exchanges between China and the Western Regions.
Mural 2: Silk Road Trade Activities
The ancient Silk Road was an important trade network connecting China with Europe and Asia. It involved the trade of goods such as silk, horses, and tea, facilitating the exchange of culture, religion, and scientific knowledge between the East and the West.
Mural 3: Maritime Silk Road
The ancient maritime trade network connected China with Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Mainly trading silk, ceramics, spices, and tea, it promoted cultural exchanges and economic development between the East and the West.
Mural 4: Jataka Tale (Sudhana and the Tigress)
This story primarily depicts the compassion and selflessness of Sudhana (or Samanera), one of the disciples of the Buddha. During a journey, Sudhana encounters a hungry tigress and her cubs. Without hesitation, Sudhana sacrifices himself to feed the tiger, displaying his selfless act of compassion.
Mural 5: Dunhuang Flying Apsaras
Dunhuang Flying Apsaras is one of the murals found in the Dunhuang Grottoes, portraying celestial beings in flight. These murals combine ancient Chinese art with Buddhist culture, showcasing exquisite painting techniques and the pursuit of transcendence. The Dunhuang Flying Apsaras murals are significant representatives of world cultural heritage due to their unique beauty and artistic value.
Mural 6: Guanyin Bodhisattva
The introduction of religious and cultural traditions to China. Guanyin Bodhisattva is an important representative of Buddhism that arrived early in China. Regarded as the embodiment of compassion and wisdom, the Guanyin Bodhisattva belief in Dunhuang integrated with traditional Chinese culture and became popular as a folk belief. Her teachings promoted the values of compassion and selflessness in China and deeply influenced the faith of Chinese people.