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Did You Know?

What was the main classroom tool 100 years ago?
The main classroom tool was the blackboard, used by teachers to write lessons.
How long has Beverly Hannett-Price been teaching?
Beverly Hannett-Price has been teaching for an amazing 67 years!
What special celebration did Norway's football team do after their win?
Norway's football team celebrated with a Viking row after beating Senegal!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What is hypersonic speed?
Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
Why do you think stolen chips tasted better in the study?
Chips taken from someone else's plate were rated as tastier because of the thrill of stealing them!
What surprising comeback did Moana Pasifika make in their final match?
Moana Pasifika came back from 14-0 down to win 21-19!
What special anniversary does this year mark for Anzac Day?
This year marks 110 years since New Zealand troops arrived on the Western Front in WWI!
What exciting event took place in Auckland with big splashes and jumps?
The Z Manu World Champs featured amazing splash-making competitions for all ages!
What is special about Cape Verde's World Cup achievement?
Cape Verde is the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup knockout round!
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What exciting event will take place in New Zealand in 2027?
New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin rugby match at Eden Park!
What record did kicker Jason Myers set during the Super Bowl?
Kicker Jason Myers set a Super Bowl record by making five field goals!
Which famous footballers are being celebrated in the new Lego sets?
Lego is celebrating Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo with new sets!
How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?
Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!
What is the most commonly misspelled word in America?
The word 'bougie' tops the list of misspelled words in America!
How many runs did England need to win the match?
England needed 160 runs to win the match against New Zealand.
What new way could New Zealanders show their driver’s licence?
New Zealanders might soon show their driver’s licence on their phones instead of using a plastic card!
What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?
The Bramley apple tree is over 200 years old and is the ancestor of all Bramley apple trees worldwide!
What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?
PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!
What tiny dinosaur was discovered in Spain?
The tiny dinosaur discovered in Spain is called Foskeia pelendonum, and it was no bigger than a chicken!

Vocabulary

  • biosecurity Measures taken to protect against harmful organisms. Farmers use biosecurity to keep their animals safe from diseases.
  • poultry Birds raised for food, like chickens and ducks. Poultry includes chickens, turkeys, and ducks that we eat.
  • virus A tiny germ that can make living things sick. The bird flu virus can affect many birds around the world.