Each tree was unique—some had big, fluffy flowers, while others had delicate blossoms scattered across the branches. Together, they looked like a whole grove of springtime beauty!
It was the perfect way to welcome the new season and let our creativity blossom. 🌸
🌾 Discovering the Living Prairie Museum
Our class had an amazing day exploring the Living Prairie Museum! We learned so much about nature and the world right beneath our feet.
First, we dug into the soil to see what was hiding there. We discovered decomposers—tiny creatures that help break down old plants and turn them into rich, healthy soil. We even learned how composting uses the same process to help gardens grow.
Next, we explored the wild grasses of the prairie. Some were tall, some short, and each had its own way of surviving in the open wind and sunshine. Along the way, we talked about the needs of all living things—like food, water, air, and shelter—and how plants and animals find them in the prairie.
It was a day full of digging, discovering, and appreciating the amazing prairie ecosystem. We can’t wait for our next outdoor adventure!
💖 Goodbye, Baby Everly!
This week, we learned how plants send their seeds out into the world! We explored different ways seeds are dispersed—by wind, water, animals, and even by bursting open.
Then we became designers! Using the design process, we planned, built, and tested our own seed dispersal models. Some spun like helicopters, some floated, and others stuck to “animal fur” just like real seeds.
It was a fun mix of science, creativity, and problem-solving—and we discovered just how clever nature can be!
Our class has been traveling through history—no time machine required! We explored the amazing worlds of Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome, Ancient China, and Ancient Greece. We learned about their people, buildings, inventions, and daily life.
To show what we learned, we created detailed dioramas. Some showed towering pyramids, others busy Roman streets, Chinese palaces, or Greek temples. Each one told a story from the past, bringing these ancient civilizations to life in miniature form.
It was a creative way to connect art and history—and to imagine what it might have been like to live long, long ago.
This week, our imaginations and creativity came together to celebrate our planet! We wrote stories about saving the Earth—filled with heroes, clever ideas, and ways to protect nature.
To go with our writing, we made colorful coffee filter art Earth characters. Using markers and water, we blended bright blues and greens, then added faces, arms, and legs to bring our little planets to life.
Our classroom is now full of Earths with big smiles and even bigger hearts—reminding us that we can all help take care of our world. 💙💚
Our class has been learning all about Canada’s federal election! We explored what political leaders and candidates do, and how each party has a platform—a set of ideas and plans for our country.
To put our learning into action, we took part in the Student Vote program. We each received a real ballot, marked our choice in private, and placed it in the ballot box—just like in an actual election.
It was a great way to learn about democracy, how voting works, and why every voice matters. 🇨🇦
Everly is always so happy — she smiles at everyone and lights up the room! You can tell she absolutely loves her older brother, and it’s so sweet to see them together.
She doesn’t have any teeth yet, but she’s already enjoying yummy foods like pureed carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, strawberries, and even chicken!
Everly also loves to play with her toys and explore the world around her. She’s curious, cute, and full of joy.
Thanks for visiting again, Everly! We love watching you grow! 🍼🥕🍓💛
🏗 Towers and Bridges Challenge!
This week, our class became engineers! We’ve been learning all about building strong and stable structures. Our challenge was to design towers and bridges that met special criteria—like standing tall without falling, or holding weight without bending. We worked in teams, tested our designs, and made improvements to make them stronger.
It was tricky, but we discovered that planning, teamwork, and problem-solving help build the best structures. By the end, we had some amazing creations—and a classroom full of proud engineers!
This winter, we laced up our skates and hit the ice! Week by week, we practiced and improved our skating skills—learning to glide smoothly, turn, stop, and even skate backwards.
It was a season full of fresh air, rosy cheeks, and lots of laughter. We’re proud of how much we’ve grown as skaters! ❄️
We had a very special visitor at our school—Cookem Daisy! She taught us about the history of bannock and how it has been shared for generations. We listened as she told stories about her life growing up and shared her experiences as a First Nations woman.
Her stories helped us learn more about Indigenous traditions, history, and culture. We are grateful for the time she spent with us and the wisdom she shared. Thank you, Cookem Daisy! ❤️
Exploring Bolivia with Christian! 🇧🇴
Christian gave an awesome presentation all about Bolivia, the country where he's from! He even told us about his recent visit there and all the amazing things he saw and did.
Christian brought in Bolivian money called bolivianos for us to look at. The colors, pictures, and designs were really cool — so different from our own!
He also shared a special type of biscuit from Bolivia. It was fun to try something new and tasty that people eat there!
We loved learning about Bolivia through Christian's stories, snacks, and souvenirs. Great job, Christian — and thanks for the treat! 🎒🍪🌎
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Simon gave a super fun presentation all about Mexico! He shared lots of cool facts and even brought some special items to show us.
Simon showed us real Mexican money called pesos. The colorful bills and shiny coins looked so different from our money! Everyone loved seeing the designs and pictures on them.
But the best part? Snacks! Simon brought in a couple of tasty Mexican treats for us to try. Yum! It was a delicious way to learn more about the culture.
Thanks, Simon, for taking us on a mini trip to Mexico right from our classroom! 🌮🎉🌎
Great! Here's a simple and fun blog post about Carter’s project on France:
🇫🇷 Carter’s Cool France Project 🥐
Carter did his school project on France, and it was a big hit! He even brought in croissants for everyone to try—yum!
Here are some fun things Carter taught the class about France:
📍 Where is France?
France is a country in Europe with a population of about 68 million people. It’s famous for its food, fashion, art, and beautiful cities.
🗼 The Eiffel Tower
Carter shared fun facts about the Eiffel Tower, which is one of the most famous landmarks in the world! It’s in Paris, the capital of France, and stands over 1,000 feet tall.
🍴 Food
French food is loved all over the world. Carter told us about:
Croissants – Flaky, buttery bread (he brought some for us!)
Crêpes – Thin pancakes you can fill with sweet or savory stuff
⚽ National Sport
France’s national sport is football (soccer). The French team won the World Cup in 1998 and 2018!
🦓 National Animal
Carter learned that the Gallic Rooster is a symbol of France. You can find it on sports jerseys and even old coins!
🗣 Language
People in France speak French. Carter learned how to say “hello” – it’s Bonjour!
Carter had so much fun learning about France. He said his favorite part was tasting the croissants and learning French words.
Great job, Carter! Merci!
🕌 Sally-Anne’s Egypt Project 🇪🇬
Sally-Anne did her school project on the country of Egypt, and it was amazing! She learned so many cool things and shared them with her class.
📍 Where is Egypt?
Egypt is a country in North Africa. Over 110 million people live there! It is famous for its history, deserts, and amazing landmarks.
🏜 The Sahara Desert
Part of the huge Sahara Desert is in Egypt. It’s one of the hottest and driest places on Earth!🔺 The Pyramids
Egypt is known for the Pyramids of Giza. These were built thousands of years ago as tombs for the pharaohs (Egyptian kings). They are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
⚽ National Sport
The most popular sport in Egypt is football (soccer). People love cheering for their favorite teams!
🎨 Fun Places to Visit
Luxor – A city full of temples and ancient tombs.
The Nile River – The longest river in the world flows through Egypt.
Cairo – The capital city, where many people live and work.
The Sphinx – A giant statue with the body of a lion and the head of a person!
Baby Everly’s Third Roots of Empathy Visit
Today was a special day in our classroom—Baby Everly came to visit for her third "Roots of Empathy" class! We were so excited to see how much she has grown.
Everly now weighs 5.9 kg and measures 66 cm long. That means she has grown 11 cm since we first met her—wow! She is getting stronger too. With her mom’s help, she can now sit up and even stand for a little bit. She also made lots of sounds today. Mrs. Charron thinks she’s learning to use her voice, and we love hearing her little noises!
At 5 months adjusted, Everly is still waiting for her first teeth to arrive. She had fun looking at all of us and holding onto her toy. She is a pretty happy baby, but we learned that she does not like her car seat —it makes her cry!
Next month will be another big milestone for Everly. She is going to try solid food for the first time! Her first taste might be mashed carrots—yum! We can’t wait to see how she likes it.
We always love our time with Everly. She teaches us so much, and we are excited to see what she learns next!
Our Visit to Nepal
Merrick’s presentation about Nepal was full of amazing facts and stories! He told us about the towering Himalayas, home to Mount Everest, the tallest mountain in the world. We also learned about Nepal's rich culture, with colorful festivals and ancient temples.Merrick shared stories about the yaks and snow leopards that live in the mountains and the delicious dishes like momos (dumplings) that are popular in Nepal. Merrick’s research made us want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture of Nepal!
We learned that the Ukrainian flag is blue for the sky and yellow for the wheat fields, representing the country’s rich farmlands. From the colourful festivals to the warm hospitality, Logan’s research made us appreciate the beauty and culture of Ukraine even more!
Sameerah taught us that Indonesia is made up of over 17,000 islands, making it the largest archipelago in the world. We also learned about the country's rich culture, with hundreds of languages spoken and diverse traditions. Sameerah told us about the beautiful rice terraces in Bali, the active volcanoes, and the incredible wildlife, including orangutans and Komodo dragons. Sameerah's research made us all want to explore the amazing islands of Indonesia someday!
We learned that China is home to giant pandas and has the world’s largest population. Reyna also told us about the vibrant celebrations during the Lunar New Year, with red lanterns, dragon dances, and fireworks lighting up the sky.
From the delicious food to the beautiful landscapes, Reyna’s research made us all want to learn more about China’s amazing culture!
Piper’s presentation about Iceland was full of fascinating facts—and tasty treats! We got to try rolled pancakes covered in sugar, and they were delicious.Did you know that all students in Iceland are taught to swim? With 130 volcanoes, this country is a land of fire and ice. Piper also told us that Iceland is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights dancing across the sky.
We learned about the Blue Lagoon hot springs, where the water stays at a cozy 38 degrees Celsius. Surprisingly, the most popular fast food in Iceland isn’t burgers or pizza—it’s hotdogs made from lamb meat! Piper’s research made us want to explore this unique and beautiful country for ourselves.
Willow took us on an exciting journey to Turkey with her presentation! She showed us some Turkish liras and a cool hat her dad got while traveling there. The highlight was definitely tasting the delicious Turkish delights she brought—they were a hit!
We also learned some fun facts about Turkey. It’s famous for hot air balloon rides over the stunning landscapes of Cappadocia, beautiful beaches along the Mediterranean coast, and the vibrant celebrations of Ramadan. Willow's presentation made us all want to pack our bags and explore Turkey’s rich culture and history!
Aspen introduced us to Madagascar, a country with a population of about 30 million - surprisingly close to Canada's! We learned about the lemur, a unique animal found only in Madagascar, and how the popular Madagascar movie brought the island into the spotlight. To make the experience even more real, Aspen brought Madagascan coffee for us to smell, giving us a small taste of this incredible country!
Olà, amigos! Sage took us on an exciting journey to Brazil, teaching us about its Portuguese language, the vast Amazon Rainforest, and the country's deep passion for football (futebol). From wildlife to world-famous players like Pelé, we got a glimpse of Brazil's rich culture and energy!
Snowman Art Fun! ⛄🎨
We made awesome snowman art in class!
First, we painted colorful backgrounds, then we made fluffy snowmen using liquid glue and shaving cream.
They turned out puffy and cool — just like real snow!
It was a fun, creative project and our snowmen look amazing!
Tomoki presented Japan, part of his heritage, and brought a flag, coins, and snacks to share. We learned that Japan has over 6,800 islands and a population of 123,103,479. He also introduced us to Mount Fuji, Japan’s iconic mountain. We watched videos about sumo wrestling, the country’s national sport.
Markus kicked off our country project presentations with Australia. He taught us that Australia is both a country and a continent, and it’s the flattest and driest country in the world. We also learned that Christmas happens during summer there since it's on the other side of the world from Canada! Plus, kangaroos are the national animal!
