Green World Expo

Green World, Year 5/6 Student Expo

🌏 5/6 Students Build Their Own Countries in the Sustainable World Expo!

This term, our incredible Year 5/6 students took on a unique and creative challenge: to design and develop their very own countries from the ground up! 

As part of the Sustainable World Expo, students explored nation-building, resource management, climate, culture, identity, and sustainability.

From crafting national flags and anthems to budgeting for education, tourism, and energy, no detail was too small. 

The students brought their ideas to life through 3D-printed totems, handmade dioramas, cultural dishes, and even invented sports! 

Displaying their hard work through holding an exciting whole-school expo, where students proudly presented their nations to the wider school community, including parents and caregivers. 

Harrison's Highlights

Harrison loved the chance to share his learning with others:

“My favourite part was talking to the parents and answering questions. We even made a diorama of our natural disaster plan, showing tsunamis, earthquakes, and landslides!”

His group went above and beyond, displaying cozy cold-climate clothing (think puffer jackets!), cut-out animals like foxes, owls, and deer, and fun touches like LEGO cars and animals.

“Making the diorama was my favourite, it was fun gluing the sand! The younger students especially loved our displays.”

Emily's Experience

Emily’s group kicked off their project in the Design Lab, where they 3D-printed beautiful totems, including a butterfly and a waterfall, all symbols of freedom and nature in their country.

“Our totem was surrounded by picnic areas and a strong sense of community.”

Her team showcased dishes like fettuccine pasta and created a cultural dance, traditional clothing, and even a national video featuring their families’ countries of origin.

“One of my favourite moments was sharing our work with the Foundation students and handing out flags, it was so fun seeing how excited they were!”

Emily also loved the budgeting challenge, where they had to plan spending in areas like mining, tourism, and the arts.

Taylor's Take

Taylor and her team created the country Kouda, and designed totems representing strength and courage, a wolf, fire, and a brave girl, all 3D-printed in their design lab.

Their sporty side showed too, with the invention of "Glacier Ball", a unique game combining basketball and hockey!

“My favourite part was showing our art to the parents and other classes.”

They also shared warm jackets for their cold-climate country, displayed national food, and proudly created their self-written anthem.

“A great memory for me was making our models and working together, everyone in my group was so supportive and on task.”

A huge well done to our 5/6 students! 

We are proud of your creativity, confidence, and collaboration!

Thank you and congratulations to all involved!

Green World Expo Day photos, see the incredible creativity, and effort!