Christian The Lion

In 5th grade we have already started a new unit. The story is a well know story called Christian the Lion. Check the video below and learn more about it. Enjoy!
           
           

Long version of the story: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4enNZqNrwYc

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

Who is St. Patrick?

People all over the world celebrate on the 17th day of March in honor of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Some cities have parades, most revelers wear green, and a few families commemorate the day with traditional Irish fare for their meal. However, not everyone may know who St. Patrick is.

Born in Britain during the 4th century, St. Patrick was kidnapped and enslaved by Irish raiders when he was a teenager. Although he was able to escape after six years and become a priest in Britain, he later chose to return to Ireland as a missionary, in order to help spread the teachings of Christianity to pagans. According to Irish folklore, he also used a shamrock to explain the Christian concept of Trinity to the Irish. In spite of continuous opposition from pagan leaders, he continued to evangelize for thirty years while baptizing newly converted Christians and establishing monasteries, churches, and schools. He died on March 17th and was canonized by the local church.

St. Patrick's Day was first publicly celebrated in Boston in 1737 where a large population of Irish immigrants resided. Nearly 200 years later, the first St. Patrick's Day parade in the Irish Free State was held in Dublin in 1931.

 Through the years, along with legendary shamrocks, many symbols were included in festivities that are reflective of Ireland's folklore, culture, and national identity (think leprechauns, shamrocks, a harp, the celtic cross, and wearing green). Other places that join in on this celebration include Japan, New Zealand, Argentina, and Canada, along with many cities across the United States.

           

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The Happy Prince Play

Early morning today, we went to the theatre. 4th, 5th and 6th grade were ready to watch a play called The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde. We loved it! However, the ending was quite sad. Back at school we talked about feelings, likes and dislikes... Ask your child about it at home.

English Week 2014 Videos

English Week 2014 Photos

English Week 2014 Opening Ceremony by 6th Grade

Do Taller People Have Bigger Feet?

Last week we did Maths in English. I presented the lesson asking the children the question; Do Taller People Have Bigger Feet? We started a discussion and after measuring one another and taking notes we came to an agreement; some short people have big feet too. We had a wonderful afternoon. Check the slideshow below.

English is Magical!

Early this week one of the Queen's Guards was waiting for the children at the entrance. He welcomed them to a week full of magic and fun. Thanks for all the English books, CDs, magnets... The Exhibition is a success. Kids love to read through the books. You still have time to bring things at school. Any English stuff is very welcomed! Check the photos below.

English Week 2014

The English Week starts on the 3rd February. This year is about Magic. We started the rehearsals early this week. Ask your child about their song. As a tiny preview, this is the official poster of the English Week. Enjoy!

Unit 3 Story: Abby Sunderland Sets Sail

In Unit 3 there is a true story about Abigail Sunderland, a 16 year old girl who wants to sail around the world on her own.

Unit 3 in 5th grade

These are some of the best notebooks in 5th grade A. Keep up the good work, children!

Activity Camp in 4th grade

We already started unit 3 in 4th grade. Check these cute notebooks. Well done children!

Working Hard in 3rd grade

This is how the blackboard looked like after today's class in 3rd grade...

5th grade A unit 2: Technology Time

We started a really fun unit in 5th grade about technology. These are the drawings children came up with. Keep up the good work!

Halloween in 3rd grade

Last week we celebrated Halloween at school. Children made paper bags in 3rd grade. They had a great time cutting, sticking and crafting.

Notebooks in 4th grade A

These three girls are the winners of the Unit 2: New York, New York contest. Congratulations!

Notebooks in 4th grade B

Unit 2 is called New York, New York. Look at all these lovely notebooks. Children did their best. I couldn't choose only one notebook, so we decided to take a photo of them all.

5th Grade B Notebooks

Unit 2 is just around the corner. These are the best notebooks of all. Keep up the good work!

The Stars in 2nd grade A

During the month of October, all these children were helping and listening to me as well as working in class so much that I decided to take them a photo and let you know. They are truly stars! Well done, children!

Incy Wincy Spider in P5

This is the way we made our spiders last day at school. We learnt a song called Incy Wincy spider and realised that spiders got 8 legs. Children really enjoyed themselves. Check the photos below.