School life
In a Russia classroom
Local school customs vary. The best way to learn about a class's day is to ask them directly.
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Russia
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.
- CapitalMoscow
- Population~146 million
- Time zoneEurope/Kaliningrad (UTC +2)
- CurrencyRussian ruble (RUB)
Russia, with Moscow marked
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Climate in November: Cold autumn moving towards winter; short daylight in the north.
The capital
Moscow
Photo · Wikimedia Commons
Fun facts
What makes Russia a bit special.
Saint Basil's Cathedral
Moscow's famous cathedral with rainbow onion domes
Open lesson
Lake Baikal
The deepest lake in the world
Open lesson
Trans-Siberian Railway
The longest train journey in the world
Open lesson
Mount Elbrus
The highest peak in Europe
Open lesson
Kamchatka Volcanoes & Geysers
A peninsula of fire, ice and spectacular geysers
Open lesson
The Hermitage
One of the largest art museums in the world
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.
- 🐅
Siberian Tiger
The world's largest wild cat
Open lesson
- 🐻
Brown Bear
Russia's much-loved national symbol
Open lesson
- 🐈
Eurasian Lynx
Europe and Asia's largest wild cat, with spectacular ear tufts
Open lesson
- 🐋
Beluga Whale
The cheerful white whale of Arctic waters
Open lesson
Tap any animal to open a class-ready lesson about it.
Greetings to learn
Say hello like a local
- Hello!Russian
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
- ℹRussia 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 Russia?
Choose Russiawhen you register - we’ll show you the time-zone feasibility.