School life
In a Jamaica classroom
Local school customs vary. The best way to learn about a class's day is to ask them directly.
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Jamaica
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.
- CapitalKingston
- Population~2.8 million
- Time zoneAmerica/Jamaica (UTC -5)
- CurrencyJamaican dollar (JMD)
Jamaica, with Kingston marked
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Climate in November: Dry season in many regions; warm.
The capital
Kingston
Photo · Wikimedia Commons
Fun facts
What makes Jamaica a bit special.
The Blue Mountains
Jamaica's misty peaks and the world's most famous coffee
Open lesson
Dunn's River Falls
A terraced waterfall you can actually climb
Open lesson
Negril Seven Mile Beach
One of the longest stretches of white sand in the Caribbean
Open lesson
Sprinting Heritage
The tiny island that produces the world's fastest runners
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.
- 🐊
Black River Safari
Boat trip through Jamaica's largest wetland
Open lesson
- 🐦
Red-billed Streamertail
Jamaica's national bird - the 'Doctor Bird'
Open lesson
- 🐍
Jamaican Yellow Boa
Jamaica's largest snake and a shy forest guardian
Open lesson
- 🦭
West Indian Manatee
The gentle giant of Jamaica's coastal waters
Open lesson
- 🐢
Sea Turtles of Jamaica
Ancient ocean travellers that nest on Jamaican 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
- ℹJamaica 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 Jamaica?
Choose Jamaicawhen you register - we’ll show you the time-zone feasibility.