Canada

 

Canada Fact File

Where is Canada?

Canada is a very big country in North America.
It is above the United States.
It has forests, lakes, mountains, and snow.

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What schools look like:

Schools in Canada are bright and modern.
Many have lockers in the hall.
Classrooms have big windows and lots of books.
Some schools even have ice rinks nearby!

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What children learn:

Children learn:

• Reading

• Writing

• Maths

• Science

• French or English

• Art and music

• PE (sometimes ice skating!)

Some children learn in French, some in English, and some learn both.

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Uniforms:

Most schools in Canada do not have uniforms.
Children wear comfy clothes.
In winter, they need boots, coats, scarves, and gloves.

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How children get to school:

Many children take a yellow school bus.
Some walk or go by car.
In snowy places, children might ride in the snow!

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Weather & Climate

Canada can be very cold in winter.
There is lots of snow and ice.
Spring is cool and wet.
Summer is warm and sunny.
Autumn has bright red and gold leaves.

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Food

People in Canada eat:

• Pancakes

• Maple syrup

• Salmon

• Soup

• Burgers

• Berries

• Fresh bread

A famous food is poutine — chips with cheese and gravy!

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Homes

Some homes are houses with gardens.
Many are wooden with porches.
Cities have tall buildings and apartments.
Some people live near lakes and forests.

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Language

Canada has two main languages:
English and French.
Many children learn both in school.

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Animals

You might see:

• Moose

• Bears

• Beavers

• Wolves

• Deer

• Geese

The beaver is the symbol of Canada.

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Free Time & Hobbies

Children like:

• Ice hockey

• Skiing

• Skating

• Swimming

• Riding bikes

• Playing outside

• Camping in summer

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Cool & Fun Facts

Canada is the second biggest country in the world.
The flag has a red maple leaf.
People celebrate Canada Day on July 1st.
Parts of Canada are colder than a freezer!
You can see the Northern Lights at night.