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A Day at D. Luís Mendonça Furtado School

Sofia woke up feeling excited. Today was a special day at D. Luís Mendonça Furtado School: her school!

Girl with brown hair and big brown eyes, wears a striped shirt waking up, excited to go to school

She put on her favorite striped shirt and blue jeans, grabbed her backpack, and waved goodbye to Mom.

Girl with brown hair and big brown eyes, wears a striped shirt getting ready for school

At school, Sofia greeted her teacher, Mr. Silva, who had a big smile and welcomed everyone.

Girl with brown hair and big brown eyes, wears a striped shirt arriving at school and greeting her teacher

Mr. Silva announced, 'Today, we're going to learn about plants!' The classroom buzzed with excitement.

Teacher with glasses and short black hair, always smiling announcing the day’s lesson about plants

First, Mr. Silva showed everyone a small seed. 'This is where a plant begins,' he said.

Teacher showing a seed to the class

The children each got a seed and a pot filled with soil. Sofia held her seed gently between her fingers.

Children receiving seeds and pots

They dug small holes in the soil and placed their seeds inside. 'Now, they need water and sun,' explained Mr. Silva.

Girl with brown hair and big brown eyes, wears a striped shirt planting her seed in the pot

After planting, Sofia's friend João looked worried. 'What if my plant doesn't grow?' he whispered to Sofia.

Boy with curly blonde hair and curious green eyes worried about his plant not growing

Sofia smiled at him. 'We'll take care of them together. They'll grow!' she said.

Girl with brown hair and big brown eyes, wears a striped shirt comforting Boy with curly blonde hair and curious green eyes and showing empathy

Weeks went by, and Sofia's plant sprouted leaves. João's did too! They were both so proud.

Plants growing leaves over time

The whole class learned about patience and care. Plants grew, just like the children's knowledge and friendship.

Classroom showing grown plants and children bonding

Sofia knew that every day was a chance to learn and grow, just like the seeds into plants at her school.

Girl with brown hair and big brown eyes, wears a striped shirt reflecting on growth and learning

Reflection Questions

  • How do you think Sofia felt when she woke up and why?
  • Why do you think João was worried about his plant?
  • Have you ever had to be patient for something to grow or happen? How did it feel?

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