School life
In a Bahamas classroom
Local school customs vary. The best way to learn about a class's day is to ask them directly.
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Bahamas
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.
- CapitalNassau
- Population~398 thousand
- Time zoneAmerica/Toronto (UTC -5)
- CurrencyBahamian dollar (BSD)
Bahamas, with Nassau marked
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Climate in November: Mild autumn; cooler in the north.
The capital
Nassau
Photo · Wikimedia Commons
Fun facts
What makes Bahamas a bit special.
700 Islands
An archipelago of islands, cays, and reefs in the Atlantic
Open lesson
Andros Blue Holes
The world's largest concentration of underwater blue holes
Open lesson
Lucayan Caves
Ancient caves full of fossils and underground lakes
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.
- 🦩
West Indian Flamingo
The national bird of the Bahamas - bright pink and brilliant
Open lesson
- 🐷
Exuma Swimming Pigs
Wild pigs that swim right up to say hello
Open lesson
- 🦎
Andros Rock Iguana
A rare reptile found only in the Bahamas
Open lesson
- 🐚
Queen Conch
The iconic spiral shell of the Bahamas
Open lesson
- 🐢
Hawksbill Turtle
An ancient ocean traveller that nests on Bahamian beaches
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
- ℹBahamas 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
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 Bahamas?
Choose Bahamaswhen you register - we’ll show you the time-zone feasibility.