Year 3 and Year 4 – International Week Brazil

– Language:
We learntbasic Portuguese phrases, such as counting to five in Portuguese, as well as an appreciation for the language itself.
– Food:
We ate popular Brazilian foods like Coxinhas and Brigadeiro’s…absolutely yummy!
– Sports:
‘We have passion for Brazil’s soccer and its world-class players!’
– Society and Economy:
We looked at Brazil’s status as an emerging economy, its agricultural exports (like coffee and sugarcane), and its industrial production. We also explored its diverse population and historical influences.
– Geography and Wildlife:
We covered lessons on Brazil’s diverse landscapes, including the Amazon rainforest and its incredible biodiversity, which is home to a vast array of animals and insects. Welearntabout its major rivers and the country’s size within South America.
– Culture and Traditions:
We learnt about Brazilian carnivals, samba music and dance, and artistic expressions like mask-making and traditional crafts. We researched the significance of Brazilian culture in its education system.