Lesson # 8: The National Flower of Jamaica
In Jamaica there is a National Flower. Do you remember its name?
What name is given to the flower ?______________
What is the colour of the flowers?____________ The flower is used for medicinal purposes and it is also used for making ships. Why is this so? ________________________________________
For further information click on this website.
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson # 7: The National Fruit- Ackee
The Ackee was brought to Jamaica from West Africa. What year did it come to Jamaica?______ Jamaica is said to be the only country that considers the ackee to be able eat. It is grown in other Caribbean islands and sold in Florida, USA.
What are the colors of the ackee crop?______ ______, ________
What is the name of the poison found in the ackee_______
What is popularly eaten with ackee in Jamaica?______
Click on the following links and research for more information.
http://www.jnht.com/jamaica/fruit.html and
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson #6: The National Tree of Jamaica
The Blue Mahoe is the national tree of Jamaica. It is indigenous to the island and grows quite rapidly, often attaining 20m (66ft) or more in height. In wetter districts it will grow in a wide range of elevations, up to 1200m (4000 ft.) and is often used in reforestation. The Blue Mahoe is also indigenous to Jamaica? ___________
Why is the tree described as blue?___________
What is the wood of the tree used to make? ____________
Which other country in the Caribbean does the Blue Mahoe grow naturally? ________
For further information check this website below
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson #5: The National Bird of Jamaica
There are many species of birds found in Jamaica, but our national bird is the only one of its kind that can only be found in Jamaica.
In Jamaica, the national Bird is known as the _______ . Why was it given that name?
Describe the colours of its feathers . To find out about it click on this link below.
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson #4: The Coat of Arms of Jamaica
Do you know who designed the Coat of Arms of Jamaica? What are some of the objects that can be seen on it? When was it first used in Jamaica? Check on this link below.
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson # 3: The National Flag and Anthem
In Jamaica the National Flag is used for many purposes . The flag is flown at different masts on various occasions. Research to find the ways that the national flag is flown and on what occasions.When the national anthem is sung and the flag is hoisted a song is sung?What is the name of this song? Check on this link for more information.
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson # 2:The National Flag of Jamaica
Do you know anything interesting about the national flag of Jamaica? Who designed the flag? What are the colours on the flag ? What does each colour symbolized? Go to these two websites to find out about them. Good luck!
www.jnht.com/jamaica/fastfact.html and
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
Lesson # 1: The National Symbols of Jamaica
Jamaica is a beautiful island, that is completely surrounded by the Caribbean Sea. She was once a British colony and gained independence on August 6, 1962. Since independence Jamaica has many things which she can claim as her own some of which are indigenous to the island. You will be looking at one of these. The National Symbols of Jamaica. To learn about the symbols and their origin click the following link for further information.
www.jis.gov.jm/ then click on
http://www.jis.gov.jm/special_sections/This%20Is%20Jamaica/symbols.html
