International Friendship Day : Theme : Malaysia

Hi all,

These are some websites about Malaysia which you can refer to carry out your tasks.

If you have other interesting websites, do share with your classmates by posting it at the comments section.

Have fun! :)

These are the links :
Overview of Malaysia
http://www.cureontour.com/about_malaysia.html

Language used in Malaysia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Languages_of_Malaysia

Malaysia's Map:
http://maps.mygeo.info/cont/maps/2002/Map_Malaysia_2002.gif

Malaysia's Craft Centre:
http://www.malaysiavacationguide.com/malaysiacraft.html

Batik (Craft Work):
http://mybatik.org.my/batikhistory/malaysia-batik/

Food in Malaysia:
http://www.holidayasia.com/travel_guide/malaysia/food/index.html


Malaysia's Flag:
http://sg.images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=malaysia+flag&ni=20&ei=utf-8&fr=yfp-t-712-s&xargs=0&pstart=1&b=1

Learning Journey : Little India Heritage Tour, 13/11/09

Photos taken during our Learning Journey to Little India.

I had taken some photos last year with my class to the same learning journey.
Click here for more photos.

Little India trademark - Dhobi Place or also known as Laundry Place. Surprisingly, it is still available today. The only difference is that, it is a self-service. You have to do your own laundry for a small fee using the machine instead of handwash.

Experiencing wet market at Tekka Wet Market.

Break time at Tekka Food Centre. Some had prata for breakfast.

Flower shop selling flower garlands for beutifying themselves and praying purpose.

4J girls with their nicely painted henna hands.

Demonstration on how Sarees are worn by Indian Ladies.
Indian Uncle selling sweet delicacies and crackers.

Little India Arcade

Social Studies : Thaipusam

As mentioned in class earlier today, click on the links to find out more about Thaipusam.

What is Thaipusam?

Pictures on its procession

E-Learning : Social Studies Discussion

NOTE : ONLY DO THIS WHEN YOU ARE DONE WITH ALL THE ONLINE ASSIGNMENTS AT LEAD.

In Singapore, basically, we have 4 different race groups – Indians, Chinese, Malay and Eurasians. Each of these race groups has their own set of customs and practices which they will carry out.
(a) Choose one race group and explain what is their custom and practices like.
You may write in point form. Do not type exactly the same as what its shown on your book.

(b) Name the traditional costumes worn by each race group. Select one which you would like to wear and explain why.

Reflect your answers in this blog by posting in the comments section.

Reflection : International Friendship Day & Visit to the Organic Farm

This week is a busy week for all of us.
Yesterday, Monday (13/4), we had visited our Organic Farm. I am quite sure you could remember how big our Cucumber Plant was. Too bad, I did not have my camera along with me. Will try and take some photos during our next visit. Will update when it will be in due time.
I know some of you were involved in planting the chili plant. You had a chance to be a "farmer" when you tried to dig a hole. How was the feeling being a "farmer"?
Some of you managed to harvest the cucumber. The cucumbers were big and juicy right.

All of you were also involved in taking care of our booth for International Friendship Day. Our booth was for the country of Malta. You were in-charge of the language game that we had. Any interesting encounter you had? We also managed to visit the other booth today.

I would like to hear your comments on these 2 activities we had.

Founding Of Singapore

Imagine that you are Sir Stamford Raffles.
You had signed an agreement with Tengku Hussein to allow you to set up a trading settlement in Singapore.
How are you going to develop Singapore?

Share your views by posting your comments at the Comments Section.
Please remember to include your name at the end of your idea/ideas.