Iceland

Yummy Vinarterta!

Today we travelled to Iceland and learned a lot from David. Here are some fun facts:                                                                                                                                                     

- The national animal is the Gyrfalcon.

- Many Icelanders still believe in elves.

- An old volcano is called Eyjafjallajokull. 

Israel

 

Yummy oznei haman

Today we travelled to Israel and learned a lot from Liel. Here are some fun facts:

- The Dead Sea in Israel is the worlds deepest lake.

- The national animal is a gazelle.

- Hanukkah is a Jewish festival that is celebrated for 8 days.

Portugal

Yummy pastries!

We travelled to Portugal today and learned a lot from Azalia. Here are some fun facts:

- The national animal is a wolf.

- The official language is Portuguese.

- Carnival is a celebration in Portugal.

Ireland

Today we travelled to Ireland and learned a lot from Landon. Here are some fun facts:

- Halloween originated in Ireland.

- The national sport is hurling.

- Star wars was filmed in Donegal, Ireland.

Norway

Some Norwegian words

 

Korvapuusti (cinnamon pastry)

Today we travelled to Norway and learned a lot from Oliver. Here are some fun facts:

- You can stay at a snow hotel on a Norway winter tour.

- The national sport is skiing.

- The language is Norwegian.

Jamaica

Today we travelled to Jamaica and learned a lot from Mila. Here are some fun facts:

- Usain bolt was 8 gold Olympics medals.

- Jamaica has it's own bobsled team.

- Dunn's River Falls extends across more than 183 meters.

Argentina

 

Today we travelled to Argentina and learned a lot from Cruz.

Here are some fun facts:

 - Messi is a professional soccer player who won the World Cup in 2022.

 - Argentina has elephant seals, penguins, and sea lions.

 - The national sport is Pato.

Thailand

 

Today we travelled to Thailand and learned a lot from Andrael. Here are some fun facts:

- Thailand has more than 35 000 temples.

- The national animal is an elephant.

- The official language is Thai.

Australia

 

Today we travelled to Australia and learned a lot from Liam. Here are some fun   facts:

- The Australian Alps get more snow than the Swiss Alps.

- The currency is the Australian dollar.

- The national sport is cricket.

Mexico

 

This game is not as easy as it looks.

Today we travelled to Mexico and learned a lot from Weston. Here are some fun facts:

- The national animal is the Golden Eagle.

- Mexico is the home to some of the largest pyramids.

- Chocolate originated in Mexico.

WSO AND SCIENCE GALLERY!

The Grade 3/4 classes went to the WSO and the Science Gallery. We listened to the orchestra perform the Spirit Horse Returns. It was an excellent performance!

In The Spirit Horse Returns, an Indigenous friend of one of the musicians in the orchestra is gifted an Ojibwe Horse to care for on their family farm. Not knowing anything about this Indigenous-developed breed, they and the audience go on a journey of discovery.

An Indigenous knowledge keeper takes us back through time to meet these mysterious "small horses of the deep woods" who were helpers and spirit guides to First Nations and Métis people. Exploring the diversity of Indigenous cultures, we visit the magnificent Horse Nations of the prairies, and jig with a joyous Métis kitchen party. The arrival of settlers also brings challenges and changes as the small "Indian Ponies" are pushed aside during colonization and used for such purposes as the Gold Rush and Pony Express. 

 But when it seems they will be lost forever, the last few horses are rescued! Through the daring efforts of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people working together, the horses are given new life and hope. We're gifted a beautiful new song to carry with us as caretakers of the Spirit Horses. Finally, we are introduced to an inspiring prophecy that shows that we have a place in bringing about a better world where people of all Nations care for each other and for the land we share. 

The Amaryllis Blooms Again!

The first blooms had faded weeks ago, and we presumed we had seen the last of them. But we were wrong. Two new blooms have appeared, and they are gorgeous!