School life
In a Antigua and Barbuda classroom
Local school customs vary. The best way to learn about a class's day is to ask them directly.
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Antigua and Barbuda
A child-friendly mission briefing for 20 November - capital, climate, school day, languages, fun facts, native animals, and five questions to ask the class on the other side of the world.
- CapitalSaint John's
- Population~104 thousand
- Time zoneAmerica/Puerto Rico (UTC -4)
- CurrencyEastern Caribbean dollar (XCD)
Antigua and Barbuda, with Saint John's marked
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Climate in November: Dry season in many regions; warm.
The capital
Saint John's
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Fun facts
What makes Antigua and Barbuda a bit special.
365 Beaches
One beautiful beach for every day of the year
Open lesson
Nelson's Dockyard
A perfectly preserved 18th-century sailing harbour - now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Open lesson
Devil's Bridge
A natural limestone arch carved by the sea over thousands of years
Open lesson
Shirley Heights
A hilltop lookout with one of the Caribbean's most famous views
Open lesson
Ducana
A sweet potato dumpling wrapped in a banana leaf
Open lesson
Tap any card to open a class-ready mini-lesson - for the teacher to walk through, or an older child to read aloud.
Native animals
Wildlife your partner class might know best.
- 🐍
Antiguan Racer Snake
One of the rarest snakes in the world - and making a comeback
Open lesson
- 🦅
Magnificent Frigatebird
Barbuda's famous seabird with a bright red balloon on its chest
Open lesson
- 🐢
Hawksbill Turtle
An ancient ocean traveller that nests on Antigua's beaches
Open lesson
- 🦆
West Indian Whistling Duck
A rare duck that whistles instead of quacking
Open lesson
Tap any animal to open a class-ready lesson about it.
Greetings to learn
Say hello like a local
- Hello!English
Five questions to ask
Conversation starters
- 01What does your school day look like?
- 02What do you eat at lunch?
- 03What games do you play at break?
- 04What's the weather like today?
- 05What do you wish more children around the world knew about your country?
What not to assume
Friendly cautions
- ℹAntigua and Barbuda has many regions and communities - there is no single experience.
- ℹClimate, food, and traditions can vary widely from one part of the country to another.
Culture
Food, music, sport, festivals.
Food
Music
Sport
Festivals
Tap any chip to open a class-ready lesson - what it is, why it matters, fun facts.
Reflection prompts
- “What's something you'd love to share about your school day?”
- “What's the most surprising thing you'd love to ask the other class?”
Could your class meet Antigua and Barbuda?
Choose Antigua and Barbudawhen you register - we’ll show you the time-zone feasibility.