Learning Journey in Chad

In Chad, Thomas starts school with his siblings. They build their school from mud bricks and learn the letter A. Throughout the year, they gain knowledge and celebrate their achievements. As the school year ends, the rains destroy the school, but the children retain their learning. Thomas looks forward to returning as a big brother.

What are the children curious about on their first day of school?

• The color of the school building

• The number of teachers

• The type of food they will eat

• Whether they will receive notebooks and pencils

How do the children and teacher create their school?

• By building it with concrete

• By using prefabricated structures

• By using mud bricks and natural materials

• By renting a building

What is the significance of the school being built with mud bricks?

• It is a temporary solution until a real school is built

• It is a traditional method that is no longer used

• It demonstrates resourcefulness and adaptation

• It shows the community's wealth

What is the first letter that Thomas learns in school?

• A

• C

• D

• B

What does the teacher do to help students learn the letter 'A'?

• She gives them a printed worksheet

• She sings a song about it

• She writes it on the blackboard and in the air

• She draws a picture of an apple

How does the teacher encourage the students throughout the year?

• By giving them gifts

• By organizing competitions

• By giving them extra homework

• By cheering them on and praising their work

Why is the school year described as flying by?

• Because the students are bored

• Because the students are eager to leave

• Because the school is only open for a short time

• Because the students are engaged and learning

What happens to the school building at the end of the year?

• It is expanded

• It is washed away by the rains

• It is renovated

• It is painted

What remains with the children after the school is washed away?

• Their school uniforms

• Their knowledge and learned letters

• Their school supplies

• Their desks

What role will Thomas take on when school starts again?

• A teacher

• A big brother

• A principal

• A librarian