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On Friday the 13th of September CGK held one of its favorite events - Booknic!
A booknic is a combination of a picnic and reading time. At the event, students have the opportunity to play but we also take time to do some reading outside. Students can share books with each and also listen to books being read aloud by other students.
This year, the grade one classes went to Yokohama Park with the grade four and five classes. There, the students had a great time playing together and exploring the trees and the local environment. Then, the students gathered together for shared reading time. The students read books, shared books, talked about books and thought about books! The grade one classes were then treated to a special reading of an Elephant and Piggie book by two grade four students! The pair had the grade one classes laughing along to their wonderful performance.
The grade two and three classes went to Yamashita Park. Upon arriving there, students were initially hesitant to sit on the grass, however, after watching Mr Matt remove his shoes and create a makeshift pillow to lie down on, students began to relax and fully enjoy the natural surroundings. The students had the opportunity to play together before having shared reading time while eating their snacks. It was great to both be outside in the slightly cooler weather and enjoy some time with some wonderful stories!
All-in-all it Booknic was a fantastic event enjoyed by both students and staff. We’re all looking forward to having the opportunity to do it again sometime soon!
Elementary HR teacher of CGK International School. From Australia.
Graduated from Queensland University of Technology, Australia. Internationally award-winning film-maker, TV writer, novelist, playwright, and an accomplished guitarist and vocalist of the band Mamonaku.
Elementary Japanese teacher of CGK International School.
Master's degree in Educational Technology, Western Michigan University.
While conducting research in her field of expertise to review ICT education in Japan and the curriculum review of the School of Education, she has also published research papers with a German publisher.
Two years teaching Japanese at Western Michigan University and five years teaching Japanese to Japanese students at a school in New York City.
