Around the World
Globe-Trotting Fun: Activities to help children learn about the world around them!
Cultural Storytime: Read books from different cultures and discuss the stories and traditions.
International Music: Play music from around the world and let children dance and explore different rhythms.
Dress-Up Play: Provide traditional costumes from different cultures for children to try on and explore.
Language Fun: Teach simple greetings and phrases in different languages and practice with the children - you could always use this as a way to welcome children to your settings too! We've included a few different options for you at the bottom of this page...
World Flags Matching Game: Create a matching game with flags from different countries and learn about each one.
Global Animals: Learn about animals from different parts of the world and their habitats through stories, pictures, finger puppets or figures.
International Dolls: Play with dolls dressed in traditional clothing from different countries.
Key Vocabulary:
Start with simple words and phrases to help children learn to describe different elements of the world...
Map
Globe
Ocean
Mountain
River
Forest
Desert
City
Village
Culture
Tradition
Language
Landmark
How to say hello...
Hola - Spain
Bonjour - France
Hello - United Kingdom
Ciao - Italy
Hallo - Germany
Olá - Portugal
こんにちは (Konnichiwa) - Japan
你好 (Nǐ hǎo) - China
안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo) - South Korea
Привет (Privet) - Russia
Merhaba - Turkey
हैलो (Hailo) - India
مرحبا (Marhaba) - Saudi Arabia
Hallo - Netherlands
Sawubona - South Africa