Year 4 West chose Australia for International day. Children learnt how to draw an Australian Kangaroo. They followed along with step-by-step instructions. We focused on learning to draw the red kangaroo. These fascinating creatures are the only large animals that use hopping as a form of locomotion. The uniqueness of a kangaroo comes from its powerful hind legs and tail that have adapted for leaping.
Year 5 chose Japan as their country for International day. Children drew a legendary Koi fish that often symbolize attributes such as strength and luck. The Legend of the Koi Fish and Dragon’s Gate is a tale of perseverance, bravery, and strength. A single koi fish used these attributes to swim up a waterfall against all odds. He was rewarded for this feat and was turned into a dragon. The history of the koi fish has deep roots in ancient Asian culture. These popular freshwater ornamental fish have captured the imagination of people for centuries. Because of their legendary nature, symbolism, and colour variations, they have been the focus of many works of art and have been a chosen subject of ancient Japanese and Chinese scrolls.
