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Fill your backpack with supplies to last as we prepare to tour a nation of over 7,000 islands! The Republic of the Philippines, located in Southeast Asia, is home to over 94 million people making it the world’s 12th most populous country. Students will read the legendary argument between the Sky and the Sea that resulted in this string of islands stretching across the western Pacific. The coconut tree and its many uses introduce concepts of conservation of resources. Solving math puzzles results in learning to count from one to ten in the native language and understanding the symbols in the Philippine flag.
In this issue students will:
- practice reading comprehension through an activity highlighting Philippine folklore
- learn how the birth of children keeps the coconut palm tree in plentiful supply
- use the newspaper to rewrite headlines and learn about tourism in local communities
- count in another language
- learn how to play the Laughing Game
- use the internet to learn about Philippine currency, games and legends
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