こどものひ - Children's Day - Japanese Cooking Immersion
5 May is known as “Kodomo no hi” in Japan. This translates as ‘Children’s Day’. On this day Japan celebrates and prays for the wellbeing, health and happiness of children. Families will gather to celebrate this occasion with food.
Elective Japanese classes in Years 9, 10 and 12, with the help and guidance of Mrs Cousins, celebrated this day with a cooking experience. Years 10 and 12 students were instructed in Japanese on what and how to cook and Year 9 students used the vocabulary they have learnt in class to make two different dishes.
Students made “Gyōza” pork dumplings and “Oyakudon”, a chicken, egg and onion dish on a bowl of rice. These foods are simple and delicious and some of Japan’s comforting Autumn foods. While making the food and cooking, students were able to put into practice the language skills they had developed and enjoy a different learning experience outside of the classroom.
We look forward to sharing more experiences with our College community of the activities students do in learning Japanese.
Mr Julian Nash - LOTE Coordinator
