Going to School Around the World (Meet Our New Student)

Have you ever wondered how kids from other countries spend their time in school? In this lively addition to the Meet Our New Student series, follow a day at school for eight students from around the world. In Costa Rica, Gabriel s principal makes an exciting announcement. In Thailand, Atom prepares a gift for his teacher. In Kenya, Mildred s class gets a special visitor who eats a boy s quiz! Based on interviews with people who live in the countries profiled, these fictionalized stories include true details about students in these countries, such as the subjects they study, the games they play at recess, the clothes they wear to school, the foods they eat, and what can happen when they misbehave. There s also a traditional craft you can make for each country; just follow the easy instructions.