Schools then and now

What do children use to carry their things to school? Compare the similarities and differences between then and now.

Which do you prefer to carry your lunch in — a lunch bag or a metal pail? Why?

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

• Yes

• No

How do you go to school? Is it the same as children did long ago?

Long ago, children used a slate or chalkboard. What do you use in the classroom now? How are they the same and how are they different?

Do you know how many grades we have in our school today? How is that different from schools 100 years ago?

What do children do during recess? How is it different or the same as long ago?

What is still the same about school now and long ago?