A Teddy Bear named Misha is on his way to our class from students in Krasnoyark, Siberia!
Misha or Миша is a famous Russian name, short for the name Mikhail (Michael). A nickname for Misha is Mishka. This name is very similar to the Russian word for a bear, медведь (medved).
Teacher Anna and students holding Misha the Bear
Students with Misha the Bear
Teacher Irina
Teacher Irina says, "My kids are really friendly. I like spending time with the students in the park or forest. I usually do it once a month. We have amazing nature. So breathing the fresh air and having fun with classmates is the best time ever!"
Students playing at recess.
This is where Krasnoyarsk is on the map.
Krasnoyarsk is the third largest city in Siberia and is situated along the Yenisey River. Krasnoyarsk is an important junction of the famous Trans-Siberian Railway.
The Yenisey River is the 3rd longest river in Russia and flows from Mongolia, through Siberia, to the Arctic Ocean.
Yenisey River
Yenisey River
Our new friends in Siberia
