School life
In a Bahrain classroom
Local school customs vary. The best way to learn about a class's day is to ask them directly.
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Bahrain
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.
- CapitalManama
- Population~1.6 million
- Time zoneAsia/Qatar (UTC +3)
- CurrencyBahraini dinar (BHD)
Bahrain, with Manama marked
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Climate in November: Mild autumn; cooler in the north.
The capital
Manama
Photo · Wikimedia Commons
Fun facts
What makes Bahrain a bit special.
Tree of Life
A lone tree that has survived for over 400 years in the desert
Open lesson
Qal'at al-Bahrain
An ancient fort built on thousands of years of history
Open lesson
Manama Souq
A bustling market in Bahrain's capital city full of colours, spices and crafts
Open lesson
Riffa Fort
A hilltop fort with views across the date palm gardens and wadi below
Open lesson
Bahraini Ardha Sword Dance
A proud traditional performance with swords, drums and poetry
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.
- 🦌
Arabian Oryx
An elegant desert antelope that was brought back from the brink
Open lesson
- 🐢
Hawksbill Turtle
A beautiful sea turtle that nests on Bahrain's beaches
Open lesson
- 🐬
Dugong
A gentle sea mammal that grazes on underwater grass in Bahrain's waters
Open lesson
Tap any animal to open a class-ready lesson about it.
Greetings to learn
Say hello like a local
- Hello!Arabic
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
- ℹBahrain 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.
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 Bahrain?
Choose Bahrainwhen you register - we’ll show you the time-zone feasibility.