Our book of the month.
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Recommended for 12 up
The hunger games is an action adventure novel, full of tense moments in which teenage girl Katniss Everdeen gets picked to play in the hunger games. This is a yearly event where 24 teenagers 2 from 12 districts are put in an arena to fight to the death for the Capital’s (The evil rulers of the country) entertainment. Now she will have to fight for survival or die trying.
Since August, our S3 and two S5 German students have been exchanging letters with penpals at a school in Unterägeri, Switzerland. They corresponded in both German and English, learning about each other’s daily lives, school routines, hobbies, and interests. The students also discovered that their Swiss peers are particularly passionate about floorball, and everyone enjoys spending time outdoors by the beautiful lakes in Switzerland.
In addition to letters, students received videos from their penpals, giving them a glimpse into life in Switzerland. The exchange has been a fantastic opportunity to practice language skills and connect with students from another country. Of course, the highlight for many was the arrival of Swiss sweets with each new letter—a sweet treat that added a special touch to the experience! Keep your eyes peeled for more interesting facts and updates from our penpals in the coming weeks!
This term, our S2 students have been exploring food and healthy lifestyles in their German classes. As part of their cultural learning, they were given the exciting opportunity to try their hand at making one of Germany’s most beloved street foods: Currywurst!
The students learned about the origins of this iconic dish, which consists of a delicious sausage served with a tangy curry-flavored sauce, often enjoyed at food stalls across Germany. After learning the recipe in German, they rolled up their sleeves and got cooking in the kitchen. It was a memorable experience that combined language, culture, and culinary skills, making learning German even more delicious!
