Welcome on board!
ourfloating school
GOALS
the captain's room
Szkoła Podstawowa nr 6 im. H. Sienkiewicza, Poland
Hafize Özal Secondary School Etimesgut, Ankara, Turkey
library
Song
Song
Book
Video
classroom
Play
«Ask the AI»
Play
Play
the Ship's kitchen
13th Primary School of Trikala, Greece
the Ship's Dining room
13th Primary School of Trikala, Greece
Hafize Özal Secondary School Etimesgut, Ankara, Turkey
the Children 's Cabin
BEDroomS
the Children 's Cabin
Class 3E/SP Ruś/Poland
main deck & play area
OUR PLAY AREA
OUR SONG Journey Across the Lands
Tuzla Orhanlı İlkokulu İstanbul, Turkey
What was the purpose of the “Our Floating School” activity?
GOALS
STEAM Goals of the Activity
Sustainable Development Goals
Hope you had an amazing travel experience.
S – Science
- Students developed an understanding of marine environments and global ecosystems by exploring what ocean travel looks like and what environmental challenges our planet faces.
- They learned about the relationship between humans and nature, including why we must protect clean seas and oceans.
T – Technology
- Students created digital elements of the ship, using apps for designing, drawing, and presenting, gaining basic skills in working in a digital environment.
- They practiced responsible and meaningful use of ICT tools while contributing to an international collaborative project.
E – Engineering
- Children designed the ship’s structure and discussed how each part should function to ensure a safe and comfortable journey.
- They developed problem-solving and spatial planning skills.
A – Art
- Each class prepared an artistic part of the ship—illustrations, decorations, cabins, and creative symbols.
- Students used their imagination to give the international “floating school” a unique and colorful character.
M – Math
- While designing the ship, students calculated proportions, counted necessary elements, compared sizes, and organized spatial layouts.
- They used mathematics in a practical, real-life design task.
South America
is known for the Amazon rainforest, tall mountains, and rich wildlife. Jaguars, llamas, and colorful birds live here. Its cultures blend ancient traditions with modern life, creating a lively and unique continent.
🌊✨ Gaia’s Story – Introduction to “Our Floating School” ✨🌊
My dear children, every morning when I open my eyes, I see the world alive with energy - the seas rocking their waves, the wind dancing through treetops, and animals moving along secret paths known only to them. But to truly understand the Earth… one must travel. One day, I looked at you - curious, brave, full of dreams - and I thought: “Yes! These are the companions I want to explore the world with!” But before us stretched oceans and endless waters that cannot be crossed on foot. So I invited you to take part in a magical mission: to build together a special ship - our floating school. This is no ordinary vessel. It is a ship created from your imagination, teamwork, and hearts full of positive energy. Each class, in every country, added something unique: masts made from your dreams, cabins full of creativity, a library filled with wisdom, a kitchen of flavors, a joyful deck, and even a captain’s room where we plan our next adventures together. When all your creations joined into one, something magical happened. Gaia’s Ship quietly set sail… It will carry us across the oceans - to Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas, all the way to Australia and Oceania. On board, we will play, explore, learn, and grow into true Guardians of the Earth. And now, my little travelers… let’s step aboard our floating school and begin our journey to the first continent! The adventure starts now.
Africa
is a warm and colorful continent. It has deserts, rainforests, and savannas. Many animals live there, like lions, elephants, and giraffes. Its cultures are rich and diverse.
✔ Building a sense of community across countriesChildren created one shared ship, showing that despite different languages and cultures, they can work together and contribute equally.✔ Developing citizenship and social skillsStudents:
- took ownership of a collective product,
- learned that every contribution matters.
✔ Introducing Gaia’s global journeyThe ship becomes a symbol of:
- a shared educational adventure,
- travelling across continents,
- curiosity about the world and commitment to protecting the planet.
✔ Supporting creativity and project-based thinkingChildren designed real, tangible elements—the ship, illustrations, and decorations—expressing their creativity.✔ Building ecological awarenessThe “floating school” reminds us that by caring for the Earth, we are all sailing together toward a better future.
SDG 4 – Quality Education - The task promotes creative learning, international cooperation, and the development of 21st-century skills.
- Students learn to see the world from a global perspective.
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities - The shared project connects children from different countries and cultures, encouraging tolerance, understanding, and open-mindedness.
SDG 14 – Life Below Water - The ocean-travel theme raises awareness of marine ecosystem protection and teaches why caring for underwater life is essential.
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals - The activity is an example of genuine international collaboration between schools in several countries.
- Students see how teamwork across borders can lead to meaningful outcomes.
North America
has wide landscapes, from icy Arctic regions to warm beaches and great forests. Animals like bison, bears, and eagles live here. Many cultures and traditions shape its history, making it a diverse and vibrant continent.
Asia
is the world’s largest continent, with snowy mountains, deserts, and tropical forests. It is home to animals like the giant panda and snow leopard, and plants such as bamboo. Many ancient cultures and religions began here.
Europe
is a continent full of history, cultures, and beautiful places.
The continent has mountains, rivers, forests, and beaches.
It is home to many different animals and plants that live in its forests, lakes, and mountains.
Okeania
is a continent of deserts, forests, and beautiful coasts. It is home to unique animals like kangaroos and koalas. Indigenous cultures have lived here for thousands of years, shaping the land’s deep history.
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Transcript
Welcome on board!
ourfloating school
GOALS
the captain's room
Szkoła Podstawowa nr 6 im. H. Sienkiewicza, Poland
Hafize Özal Secondary School Etimesgut, Ankara, Turkey
library
Song
Song
Book
Video
classroom
Play
«Ask the AI»
Play
Play
the Ship's kitchen
13th Primary School of Trikala, Greece
the Ship's Dining room
13th Primary School of Trikala, Greece
Hafize Özal Secondary School Etimesgut, Ankara, Turkey
the Children 's Cabin
BEDroomS
the Children 's Cabin
Class 3E/SP Ruś/Poland
main deck & play area
OUR PLAY AREA
OUR SONG Journey Across the Lands
Tuzla Orhanlı İlkokulu İstanbul, Turkey
What was the purpose of the “Our Floating School” activity?
GOALS
STEAM Goals of the Activity
Sustainable Development Goals
Hope you had an amazing travel experience.
S – Science
- Students developed an understanding of marine environments and global ecosystems by exploring what ocean travel looks like and what environmental challenges our planet faces.
- They learned about the relationship between humans and nature, including why we must protect clean seas and oceans.
T – Technology- Students created digital elements of the ship, using apps for designing, drawing, and presenting, gaining basic skills in working in a digital environment.
- They practiced responsible and meaningful use of ICT tools while contributing to an international collaborative project.
E – Engineering- Children designed the ship’s structure and discussed how each part should function to ensure a safe and comfortable journey.
- They developed problem-solving and spatial planning skills.
A – Art- Students used their imagination to give the international “floating school” a unique and colorful character.
M – MathSouth America
is known for the Amazon rainforest, tall mountains, and rich wildlife. Jaguars, llamas, and colorful birds live here. Its cultures blend ancient traditions with modern life, creating a lively and unique continent.
🌊✨ Gaia’s Story – Introduction to “Our Floating School” ✨🌊
My dear children, every morning when I open my eyes, I see the world alive with energy - the seas rocking their waves, the wind dancing through treetops, and animals moving along secret paths known only to them. But to truly understand the Earth… one must travel. One day, I looked at you - curious, brave, full of dreams - and I thought: “Yes! These are the companions I want to explore the world with!” But before us stretched oceans and endless waters that cannot be crossed on foot. So I invited you to take part in a magical mission: to build together a special ship - our floating school. This is no ordinary vessel. It is a ship created from your imagination, teamwork, and hearts full of positive energy. Each class, in every country, added something unique: masts made from your dreams, cabins full of creativity, a library filled with wisdom, a kitchen of flavors, a joyful deck, and even a captain’s room where we plan our next adventures together. When all your creations joined into one, something magical happened. Gaia’s Ship quietly set sail… It will carry us across the oceans - to Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas, all the way to Australia and Oceania. On board, we will play, explore, learn, and grow into true Guardians of the Earth. And now, my little travelers… let’s step aboard our floating school and begin our journey to the first continent! The adventure starts now.
Africa
is a warm and colorful continent. It has deserts, rainforests, and savannas. Many animals live there, like lions, elephants, and giraffes. Its cultures are rich and diverse.
✔ Building a sense of community across countriesChildren created one shared ship, showing that despite different languages and cultures, they can work together and contribute equally.✔ Developing citizenship and social skillsStudents:
- learned that every contribution matters.
✔ Introducing Gaia’s global journeyThe ship becomes a symbol of:- curiosity about the world and commitment to protecting the planet.
✔ Supporting creativity and project-based thinkingChildren designed real, tangible elements—the ship, illustrations, and decorations—expressing their creativity.✔ Building ecological awarenessThe “floating school” reminds us that by caring for the Earth, we are all sailing together toward a better future.SDG 4 – Quality Education- The task promotes creative learning, international cooperation, and the development of 21st-century skills.
- The activity is an example of genuine international collaboration between schools in several countries.
- Students see how teamwork across borders can lead to meaningful outcomes.
- Students learn to see the world from a global perspective.
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities- The shared project connects children from different countries and cultures, encouraging tolerance, understanding, and open-mindedness.
SDG 14 – Life Below Water- The ocean-travel theme raises awareness of marine ecosystem protection and teaches why caring for underwater life is essential.
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the GoalsNorth America
has wide landscapes, from icy Arctic regions to warm beaches and great forests. Animals like bison, bears, and eagles live here. Many cultures and traditions shape its history, making it a diverse and vibrant continent.
Asia
is the world’s largest continent, with snowy mountains, deserts, and tropical forests. It is home to animals like the giant panda and snow leopard, and plants such as bamboo. Many ancient cultures and religions began here.
Europe
is a continent full of history, cultures, and beautiful places. The continent has mountains, rivers, forests, and beaches. It is home to many different animals and plants that live in its forests, lakes, and mountains.
Okeania
is a continent of deserts, forests, and beautiful coasts. It is home to unique animals like kangaroos and koalas. Indigenous cultures have lived here for thousands of years, shaping the land’s deep history.