Cultures Around The World
Learning Sequence 5
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Introduction With Gavin
This week, students engage in entrepreneurship by selecting a product from a specific culture, recreating it using modern methods, and selling it at a school market. They will explore market dynamics and business principles by simulating a real-world trading experience, using Namche Bazaar, a major Nepalese trade hub, as a case study.
This task will help them understand the essentials of product development, marketing, and sales, integrating practical skills with theoretical knowledge.
This week, we’re diving into the world of Namche Bazaar in Nepal, a famous market town set high in the Himalayas. We’ll explore the different types of goods sold there, why this place is important for local and regional trade, and how it has grown over time. This bustling market offers a great view into how trade works in challenging environments.
Real World Learning Activity: You’ll pick a product from a culture you’re interested in and try to recreate it using modern technology and materials. At the end of week 5, you’ll get a chance to present and sell your creation at a school market. This activity will help you learn about different products from around the world and give you a taste of what it’s like to run a business.
Join us on this exciting journey through Namche Bazaar and discover the bustling world of trade right in the heart of the Himalayas. This week is set to be a great mix of learning and doing. Are you ready to explore and understand the exciting world of trade? Let’s make this week informative and memorable!
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 be progressing towards Everest Base Camp, which sits at an altitude of 5,364 meters. Each week, you can follow our journey on this map, and if you’re curious, you might want to explore more about the remote villages we pass through to learn about the lives of the Sherpa people.
This week, our update comes from Namche Bazaar, located at 3,440 meters. If you’re intrigued, please take some time to research more about this vibrant market town.
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 - ‘Trade 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 #5 - Goal Check-in (You’re Halfway There!)
In this activity, students will pause to consider their progress with SDG 15 – Life on Land. They’ll review what they’ve accomplished so far, marking off finished tasks with a red tick.
Encourage them to set new goals and build on their past work, fostering a sense of achievement and reinforcing their continued commitment to protecting the environment.
Welcome to week five of our adventure with SDG 15 – Life on Land! You’ve all done brilliantly so far. It’s time to look back at what you’ve achieved – take your card and give yourself a big red tick for each task you’ve completed. It’s great to see how much you’ve done!
This week, find a partner and talk about what parts of SDG 15 you’re excited to work on next. Discuss why these issues are important and think about ways you can help.
Let’s keep building on the good work you’ve started. Make a note of what you do and how it helps protect our planet’s lands and ecosystems.
Your hard work is really making a difference. Keep up that energy as we tackle more tasks together. Your enthusiasm and hard work are helping to change the world. Let’s keep it up and make our planet a better place side by side!
Research Project - What Are Exports and Imports?
This activity tasks students with researching the imports and exports of a chosen culture, enhancing their understanding of global trade. By delving into both modern and historical economies, they’ll uncover economic and cultural dynamics through creative analysis.
Teachers will guide students in using diverse sources to gather accurate data, encouraging a thoughtful synthesis of information, and fostering creativity in how findings are presented, leading to a deeper appreciation of economic interdependencies.
Trade is all about countries buying and selling products either domestically or internationally. When transactions occur across borders, they are termed imports and exports.
This week, we want you to explore your culture or civilisation and investigate what they buy and sell to other countries around the world.
If your chosen culture is historical, you will need to conduct your research with extra care.
Please review the task card opposite and study the imports and exports of Nepal before using the provided template to complete your task card about your selected culture.
I think you’re about to discover lots of things you had no idea existed. Isn’t it fascinating to learn what countries buy and sell to sustain themselves?
Maths In Action - Average Global Salaries
In this activity, students will engage in mathematical and research tasks by analysing global economic data. They’ll fill out a table with average salaries, major imports, and exports from various countries, requiring them to apply data interpretation skills.
The exercise encourages critical thinking as they explore the reasons behind salary disparities, fostering an understanding of the mathematical relationships and economic principles at play in global markets. This provides a practical context for applying mathematical analysis and research methodologies.
Today we’re embarking on a fascinating exploration of global economies and how they impact the salaries paid to workers in different countries. You’ll be using your research skills to fill in a table that outlines average salaries, major imports, and exports for a variety of countries.
Once you’ve completed the table, I want you to think deeply about the reasons behind the salary disparities you discover. Consider the economic, social, and political factors that might contribute to these differences.
Then, reflect on whether you believe these disparities are fair. This is a chance to critically engage with global economic realities and develop a nuanced understanding of international labor markets. Let’s get started and see what insights you can uncover!
Research Questions on Trade
This activity tasks students with independently researching transportation’s history, utilizing a set of provided questions. They’ll draw from various sources to compile detailed insights, aiming to enrich a new book chapter. The focus is on fostering autonomous learning and synthesizing information from diverse perspectives.
As you prepare to add a new chapter on trade in your book, here’s a set of research questions aimed at assisting you in collecting all the necessary details.
Please refer to page 5 of the task card we’ve provided and use these research questions as a guide to gather sufficient information for including a thorough section on trade in your book.
Adding Your Fifth Page - Trade
In Week 4, students turn their attention to the transportation methods of a selected culture, delving into its historical and contemporary significance. This assignment prompts them to convey information in a lively and compelling manner, fostering their digital literacy.
Utilizing Canva, they’ll craft visually captivating pages for their booklet, enriching their grasp of digital resources and innovative presentation techniques.
Week 5 is all about trade, especially in the culture you’re studying. Your task this week is to look into different ways that this culture has traded, how trade has changed over time, and its effects. Find out how trade shows the economic growth and smart trading tactics of the culture.
Think about how to make the information on trade interesting and clear. Use the template we provided to help structure your page. Just click the ‘Create in Canva’ button below to start putting your research together.
We’ve also prepared a new page for you to add to our book.
With each week and each new page, your booklet is transforming into a comprehensive exploration. Let’s embark on the exciting journey of uncovering the history and significance of transportation in your chosen culture!
Create Nepalese Prayer Flags and Sell Them!
This activity involves students crafting prayer flags from recycled t-shirts, fostering entrepreneurial skills. They’ll learn product development, sustainability, and salesmanship. Setting up a stall at school hones marketing and customer interaction abilities.
Proceeds can support a charitable cause, reinforcing social responsibility in business. This project cultivates creativity and practical business acumen, integrating environmental consciousness with enterprise education.
This week’s project is all about making your own prayer flags from recycled t-shirts! It’s a chance to create something beautiful and learn about reusing materials. First, gather some old t-shirts you don’t wear anymore. With help from an adult, cut them into squares or rectangles. Then, grab some fabric markers or paint to decorate your flags with words like “Love” and “Peace” – get creative with your designs!
Once they’re decorated, poke two holes at the top and thread a string through them, tying knots to keep them in place. Now you’re ready to sell! Set up your stand at the school entrance and show off your flags. Tell everyone how you made them and why they’re good for our Earth.
But remember, you can also pick another product from your own culture if you want. It’s about sharing what’s special about where you come from and learning to be eco-friendly. Have fun selling and don’t forget to use the money to help others!
Weekly Inspiration - What do People Around the World Eat?
This week, our students will watch a video showing what people around the world eat and how much money they spend on food. The aim is for students to develop empathy by understanding the different lifestyles and economic situations globally.
It’s an opportunity for them to appreciate the value of what we have and to learn about other cultures in a tangible way. This viewing is intended to open their eyes to the diversity of the human experience and nurture a sense of gratitude.
This week, we’ll be watching a video about what people eat in different parts of the world and how much money they spend on their food. It’s a chance to see what life is like for others and to think about how lucky we are to have what we have. This week is all about feeling what others feel (that’s called empathy) and understanding how lucky we are.