School life
In a Cuba classroom
Local school customs vary. The best way to learn about a class's day is to ask them directly.
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Cuba
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.
- CapitalHavana
- Population~9.7 million
- Time zoneAmerica/Havana (UTC -5)
- CurrencyCuban convertible peso (CUC)
Cuba, with Havana marked
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Climate in November: Dry season in many regions; warm.
The capital
Havana
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Fun facts
What makes Cuba a bit special.
Havana Old Town
A city of colourful buildings, lively squares and cobbled streets
Open lesson
Viñales Valley
A magical green valley dotted with giant round hills
Open lesson
Caribbean Beaches
Powdery white sand, turquoise water and waving palm trees
Open lesson
Congrí
Black beans and rice cooked together - simple, warming and delicious
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.
- 🐠
Cuba's Coral Reefs
Underwater rainbow cities built by tiny living animals
Open lesson
- 🐦
Bee Hummingbird
The world's smallest bird - smaller than your thumb
Open lesson
- 🐊
Cuban Crocodile
A sharp, speedy crocodile found only in Cuba's swamps
Open lesson
- 🐌
Painted Snail
Cuba's most colourful creature - a snail with a rainbow shell
Open lesson
- 🌊
Caribbean Manatee
A gentle giant that grazes on sea grass like an underwater cow
Open lesson
Tap any animal to open a class-ready lesson about it.
Greetings to learn
Say hello like a local
- Hello!Spanish
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
- ℹCuba 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 Cuba?
Choose Cubawhen you register - we’ll show you the time-zone feasibility.