Cultures Around The World
Learning Sequence 3
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Introduction With Gavin
During this activity, you’ll guide students in exploring global flag symbolism, starting with Tibetan prayer flags in Thukla. Students will research a flag from a chosen culture, analyzing its colors and designs to understand its significance. This encourages critical thinking and cultural awareness.
The activity culminates in a creative task where students design their own flag, integrating learned concepts. This fosters creativity and personal expression, highlighting how flags reflect diverse identities and values worldwide.
This week, we’re learning all about flags! We’re starting our adventure in Thukla, a special place high up in the mountains on the way to Everest. Here, we’re surrounded by colorful Tibetan prayer flags that flutter in the wind.
We’ll explore what these prayer flags mean. They have different colors and symbols, and each one tells a story about the local people’s beliefs and hopes.
Then, we’ll look at flags from all over the world. Everyone will examine the flag from their chosen culture or civilisation, looking at the colours and the shapes, and what they stand for. We’ll talk about how each flag is special and what it means to the people who use it.
To make things even more fun, we’re going to create our own flags! You can make a flag for a made-up country or group, and it can stand for things you think are important, like friendship, peace, or taking care of the earth.
By looking at all these flags, we’ll learn how people everywhere use flags to show who they are and what they believe in.
En Route to Everest - Where are We?
This activity involves tracking a journey to Everest Base Camp on a map each week, offering students a global perspective.
Teachers can use this to encourage research on Sherpa culture and remote villages, enriching students’ understanding of diverse lifestyles and geographical awareness.
Throughout this course, we will gradually make our way to Everest Base Camp, located at 5,364 meters. You can track our journey on this map each week, and if you are interested, you may wish to conduct further research on these remote villages to understand more about how the Sherpa people live.
Thai wee we are coming to you from 5000m at Thukla Pass. The gateway to Everest!! If you are interested then please conduct more research on this remote location.
Weekly Keywords
Introduce the spelling word list and choose from this list of tasks that can be repeated and expanded upon if necessary.
Copy the words into a spelling list/Vocabulary book for later reference.
Put each of the new words into a sentence and underline the new vocabulary in red pencil
Place the words in alphabetical order in a list.
Use a dictionary to define each of the words and place them into a vocabulary book.
Try to represent each of the words using a picture or a symbol and play the guessing game. (which image is matched to which word)
Write a paragraph containing all of the new vocabulary.
Make a vocabulary wall containing all of the new words.
Use a thesaurus to find synonyms for the words and create a synonym list.
These words will help you during this week’s lesson. You may already know some of these words however practice makes perfect!
First, read the words and then try to define them as simply as possible.
An example has been completed for you. You can write these into your books, and draw a picture to match or simply complete the task card.
Read and Discuss - ‘Flags Around the World’
This activity involves students independently exploring task cards about Nepalese and Sherpa cultures, enhancing reading mastery and comprehension skills.
They collaboratively discuss content before tackling increasingly challenging questions, fostering independent learning and critical thinking, vital for their reading development and cultural understanding.
Each week, you’ll receive a task card filled with information about the culture of the Nepalese and Sherpa people.
Work together to carefully read the information. Once you’ve discussed and fully understood it, tackle the comprehension questions at the end. Aim to reach Level 4, where the questions become quite challenging.
Remember how we’ve gathered this information, as you’ll use similar methods in your book.
Week #3 - Goal Check-in
In this activity, students reflect on their progress with SDG 15 – Life on Land. They’ll review their achievements, marking completed tasks with a red tick.
Encourage them to discuss new goals and build on previous steps, fostering a sense of accomplishment and continued commitment to environmental stewardship.
Welcome to week three of learning about SDG 15 – Life on Land! You’ve done some really good work so far. Let’s take a look at what you’ve achieved. Grab your card and put a big red tick next to the things you’ve already done. It’s fun to see what you’ve accomplished!
Now, it’s time to think about new goals for this week. Pair up with a friend in class and talk about which part of SDG 15 you want to focus on next. Why is this part important? What can you do to help?
You’ve already taken some small steps, so think about how you can do even more this week. Remember to keep a record of what you’re doing.
Every little thing you do helps our planet’s land and nature. You’re making a real difference! Keep up your great work and stay excited about helping.
What Do the Colours Mean?
In this task, students use a provided task card to match and label the colors of Tibetan prayer flags with their meanings. This activity combines research skills and comprehension, helping students understand the cultural significance of each color in the context of Tibetan traditions
Before we dive into the creative aspect of today’s lesson, let’s first get familiar with the colors of the Tibetan prayer flags.
You’ll be using the task card provided, along with your research skills, to identify the meaning behind each of the colours in the flags in the picture.
We’ve listed the meanings for you; your task is to match and label these colors correctly on the prayer flags in your task card. This will help you understand the significance of each color in the context of Tibetan culture.
Research - Flags of the World
In this activity, students research and identify flags from different countries, focusing on the meanings behind colors and symbols. This exercise enhances global awareness and understanding of cultural symbolism.
Teachers guide students in exploring each flag’s origin and the significance of its design, fostering skills in research and interpretation. This task broadens students’ perspectives, deepening their appreciation of global diversity and the symbolic communication embedded in national flags.
This week, we’re taking a fascinating journey through the world of flags.
In this activity, you’ll explore various flags from countries around the globe. Your task is to identify several international flags and then delve into the meanings of their colors and symbols.
We’ve provided some basic information about each flag. You’ll need to use your research skills to discover where each flag is from and what its colors and symbols represent.
Start by identifying the country of each flag. Then, investigate the significance behind its design elements. What does each color stand for? What about the symbols? Do they represent the country’s history, culture, or values?
Once you’ve gathered your information, label each flag on the task card opposite with its country and the meanings of its colors and symbols. This activity will not only enhance your understanding of world geography but also give you insights into the rich cultural diversity represented by these flags.
Research Questions on Flags
During this part of the learning sequence, students may require extra assistance whilst uploading their book
The instructions follow a sequence of four steps.
Uploading their PDF document
Inserting the details of their book
Selecting their charity/project
Check that the details are correct!Once the book has been received, the student will receive a confirmation email and subsequently the book will be accepted into the Upschool library and the students will be able to view it, read it, share it, and even sell it.
Please take some time during this part of the lesson to make sure that your students complete all of the above information carefully and accurately.
As you prepare to introduce a new section on flags in your book, we offer a collection of research questions designed to aid you in compiling the necessary information.
Please refer to the task card provided and utilise these research questions to assist you in accumulating sufficient details to incorporate a page on flags into your book.
Adding Your Third Page - Flags
In Week 3, students explore the flag of a chosen culture, examining its colors and symbols. This task encourages representing information dynamically, enhancing digital literacy skills.
They’ll use Canva to create visually engaging pages for their booklet, deepening their understanding of digital tools and creative presentation methods.
Week 3 is focused on flags, specifically within your chosen culture. Your task for this week is to delve into the flag of that culture, exploring its colors and symbols. As you research, consider how these elements represent the culture’s history and values.
Think about how to showcase this flag in a way that’s both educational and visually appealing. Use the provided template link to help organize your findings. Just click the ‘Create in Canva’ button below for access.
Also, we have a new page ready for you to add to our book.
Each week, by adding a new page, your booklet will gradually become a rich resource. Let’s dive into the fascinating study of your chosen culture’s flag!
Create your Own Flag
This week, students design a fictional flag based on three values they select. The activity encourages creative expression and deep thinking about values. Students will choose colors and symbols that visually represent these principles, fostering design skills. They’ll also explain their choices, linking design to values.
This task not only enhances creativity but also prompts reflection on how values shape identities, offering an engaging way to combine artistic design with ethical and cultural education.
This week, embark on a creative journey to design a fictional flag, representing a country founded on four values you choose from our list. Consider the significance of each value and how they might shape a nation’s identity.
When selecting colors and crafting a symbol for your flag, think about how these elements can best express your chosen values. Your symbol should embody the core essence of your imagined country.
After creating your flag, you’ll have the chance to share and explain its design to the class. Talk about the values it stands for and the story behind your unique symbol.
Also, don’t forget to take a look at our example for inspiration. This will give you an idea of how values can be visually represented in a flag. This activity is more than just designing; it’s about envisioning a world where your values are celebrated and form the foundation of a country’s culture. Let’s see the wonderful and meaningful flags you create!
Weekly Inspiration - The History of Flags
This week, students will watch a video on the history of flags, focusing on the origins of their colors and symbols. The activity is designed to enrich their understanding of cultural symbolism and national identity, providing a visual and historical context to the diverse world of flag design.
This week, we’re delving into the intriguing history of flags, exploring how they acquired their colors and symbols. To enhance our learning, we’re going to watch a video that details this fascinating journey.
The video will guide us through the evolution of flags, showing us how different cultures have influenced their designs. We’ll learn about the meanings behind various colors and symbols, and how they’ve come to represent nations and ideals. This is an opportunity to understand the rich tapestry of history and symbolism that each flag carries.