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With a joint meeting of children and teachers, we celebrated the First Day of Spring and the Day of Forests. Children were able to see and hear their friends, project participants, and sing them spring carols in their native language. In this way, they learned about the beauty of the differences but also the similarities of the countries involved in the project. Our wish is that together, regardless of distance, we will solemnly celebrate the days that are significant in all European countries.

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ETwinning is celebrating 20 years of creativity, collaboration and innovative ideas. So let's celebrate together and make a birthday cake for eTwinning!

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There are 22 students in our class, aged 4 - 5,5 years old.

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FAMOUS RESEARCHERS AND SCIENTISTS OF MY COUNTRY

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November is the month that celebrates World Inventors Day. As part of the activities will be related to the research of famous scientists (biologists, botanists, agronomists...) from the country we come from, our class chose to mention Aristotle!

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We present the pomegranate tree, a tree that grows near our school. Using various materials and techniques, we also constructed a pomegranate tree in our class!!!

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We read the book "The Christmas Pine". Based on a true story dating back 70 years, the book celebrates a special tradition that symbolizes peace and friedship between nations.

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On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of eTwinning, we prepared a wonderful birthday cake!

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On Saturday, November 30 2025, the 1st working meeting with the project's educational partners took place.

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EU Code Week Certificate of Excellence in Coding Skills

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Our first participation to the chared ecological book concerns World Meteorological Day.

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The logo we proposed for our eTwinning project.

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Paternal consent form for posting material and photos on the eTwinning platform.

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Children learned about Easter customs and traditions of their homeland through creative crafts.

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Our second participation to the chared ecological book concerns World Sun Day.

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With a joint meeting of children and teachers, we celebrated the First Day of Spring and the Day of Forests.

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As the activities in the eTwinning project "What the tree is telling me" have been completed, a Tree sends students a message to thank them for all the important things they learned and did about trees and environmental protection.

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Project duration: from October 2024 to May 2025.

Project Description
The project "What the Tree Tells Me" introduces young students to the importance of trees on our planet Earth. Trees play a very important role in the ecosystem, influencing the environment and climate. Throughout this project, students will discover how learning about nature can be interesting and fun through a series of research, cognitive, and STEM activities.

Objectives

Raise students' awareness of the importance of trees in our lives, as well as in the lives of plants and animals.

Develop a responsible attitude towards the environment in which they live.

Actively involve students in actions of mapping greenery and greening the school yard.

Foster critical thinking, logical reasoning, and creativity.

Every tree on our planet Earth plays a crucial role in the ecosystem, affecting both the environment and the climate.

Work Process
Through a series of research and cognitive activities, students will learn how each individual tree contributes to the ecosystem:

1. Oxygen production: Trees are essential for oxygen production. Through photosynthesis, they evenly take in carbon dioxide from the air and produce oxygen, which is necessary for the survival of all organisms, including humans, animals, and plants.

2. Habitat for wildlife: Trees provide both a habitat and food for many animal species. Birds, insects, and rodents live in tree canopies, while many other organisms can hide in their branches and trunks:

Plants and animals living in and on the ground beneath the tree.

Plants and animals living on the tree trunk or bark.

Plants and animals living in the tree canopy.

3. Soil erosion prevention: Tree roots hold the soil together, reducing erosion. During rainfall, trees help retain water in the soil and reduce the risk of landslides and floods.

4. Temperature regulation: Trees provide shade and help cool the environment. In cities, they can reduce temperatures, making the space more comfortable to live in.

5. Air purification: Trees absorb various harmful substances from the air, such as dust and pollution, improving air quality.

6. Aesthetic and emotional value: Trees contribute to the beauty of nature and city architecture. Their presence can improve mood and provide a sense of calmness and connection with nature.

Communication and Coordination
Regular communication via video conferencing, email, and a shared digital platform (a closed Facebook group) will ensure smooth coordination and real-time progress sharing.

Sharing of Responsibilities

Curriculum integration: Each partner school will integrate research-based cognitive activities focused on the study of trees into their curriculum, in accordance with their national educational standards.

Task distribution: Partners will collaborate on developing specific research and cognitive activities, project ideas, and elements of artistic creativity. Each school will take responsibility for one phase of the project, providing different contributions.

Expected Results

Demonstrate the ability to draw conclusions based on observations and experiments.

Participate in group activities, exchange materials and ideas, and collaborate on joint projects.

Show the ability to listen to and appreciate others' ideas during group work.

Final Work
A shared book will be created, containing proposals for activities carried out during the project.

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During the project we collaborated with environmental organizations and schools in order to learn more about plants, their cultivation and care.

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On the occasion of the book "Up in the Garden and down in the Dirt" we invited parents to help us plant flowers, vegetables and herbs in our school garden.We also want to thank the parents who, together with their children, undertook to purchase the plants.

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Based on the story "The giving tree", we created a word cloud about everything a tree offers us.

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Το δέντρο μας

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Participation in the eTwinning project "What the tree is telling me" was closely aligned with the goals and principles of the New Curriculum (ΝΠΣ) for kindergarten in Greece, as it emphasized experiential learning, environmental awareness, and cross-curricular approaches. Children engaged with the natural world through observation, expression, experimentation, and creative activities, developing critical thinking, collaboration, and empathy skills. The project supported the integration of learning into everyday life and the local environment, as encouraged by the ΝΠΣ, while also offering opportunities for intercultural exchange and the development of digital competencies through collaboration with peers from other countries. Educators acted as facilitators and coordinators of the learning process, implementing open-ended and flexible pedagogical practices in line with the curriculum’s child-centered philosophy.

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Parents Evaluation

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Project ,,What the tree is telling me” Parents preliminary survey

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Final joint film for the etwinning program What the tree is telling me