Comic book "Making friends around the world"

1. Our plane has arrived. It’s time
to board. Time to return home.

2. Oh no! We are on the wrong
plane!
We are going to
America!
At last we
have landed!
WOW. We have arrived in
the USA. It is a country
where people speak
English.
Oh no, I lost my
luggage!
We must share
the clothes
between us.
It will be
fun!
Dulles Airport is
near our friends in
the USA! Let’s take
this cab to
Washington,
D.C! They
can meet us
there.

3. This is the Lincoln
memorial. It’s so
beautiful. I think there is
a giant statue of
Abraham Lincoln inside.
He is
known as
the
“Father of
Our
Country.”
Oh what a big
obelisk, it's a
beautiful
monuments to
George
Washington.
Look how big the
White House is.
The President of
the United States
lives and works
here.
The Capitol
is where the
laws of the
country are
made.
It's the
symbol of
America and
its
government,
built in 1793.

4. I hope we
see
Mickey
Mouse!
Disney
world is a
paradise
for
children.
It's the
largest
thematic
park in the
world.
People can watch fireworks in front of
the Magical Kingdom during the night.
It is awesome.
Epcot is awesome!
We can see what it
feels like to be
astronauts! And
there are 11
“countries” here!
Let’s go to Japan!

5. First we
saw the
President’
s home,
and now
we see the
“king of
the
jungle!” I have
never
seen a
lion so
close.
How exciting
is to ride a
roller coaster!
The Slinky
Dog is
adorable.
We had a great time in the
USA. Wish we could
come back some day.

6. Come on
guys.
When will
we get off
the plane?
I think I can see some kangaroos. I
wonder if we’re going to Australia.
We have
come to a
big city
with
beautiful
skyscraper
s!I think it's
Sydney!
I see the Sydney Opera
House! One of my
favourite bands
performed there.
What a
beautiful
animal, it's
like a
teddy
bear, it's
typical of
Australia.

7. There’s a
girl sitting
with the
koala in
the tree!
Be careful
of the
koala!
We’are on the biggest rock
in Australia.
How beautiful.
What a wonderful trip!
The trees
here look
100 years
old.
We can hide
and see
crocodiles.
Hey it’s
looking at
you!
The
kangaroo
has its
baby in
its
pouch.
What a
unique
animal.

8. This theme
park is
amazing.The
more tickets
you buy the
cheaper each
ticket costs.
Did you know that Ned Kelly was born on
June 1855 but died on November 11th
1880? He was a bushranger and when he
was arrested he was wearing bulletproof
armour.
From up here you
can see the world.
We are the world,
we are the
children.
Southbank is in
Melbourne. So
much to see and
do here.

9. We have finally arrived in Cyprus.
Let’s go to a café and drink
something typical of the
country.
Good idea but first let’s see
the tourist attractions.
This is one of the best
beaches in the world.
I like making
sandcastles.
Don’t let me swim
alone.
Look at the Cypriot peninsula.
Let’s have a picnic
near the waterfalls.
The Akamas
forest has so
many plants
and is full of
nature.
James, hurry up with the souvla.
I want some lamb. I’m hungry.
The meat
smells great.
Usually this food is made
for Christmas.

10. This place was a target
for the British army
I want to go to the sweet shop.
Let’s have a
coffee first. This dessert tastes
so sweet and it has
almonds.
It’s a national
dessert that is
delicious. It’s
called
soutzoukos.
We can buy
some souvenirs
for our family.
I want to buy a shirt
and a pair of shoes
Time to snowboard, ski
and make a snowman.
We are at the
largest mountain
range in Cyprus.

11. Did you know that
flamingos sleep standing
up and they are pink
because they eat prawns?
They
look like
they’re
wearing
red
dresses!
We will miss Cyprus.
Mum I have a secret. Can you do me a
favour? My friends are lost. I can’t drive
to the airport.
I can help you
find your friends.
Where
have we
landed
now?
We're in India.
Home of
Bollywood

12. ‘
What a great way
spending a day with
family.
In this country the family is
very respected, it is great, you
always have to be with them.
Some of the elders cannot do
much things, but we should help
them.
This children are
doing yoga. Do you
want us to do it as
well?
I’m getting tired
of doing yoga.

13. I have
already
helped you
with the line.
Great,
let’s fly a
kite now.
Religion is
important,
you will
always see
these
places in
the streets,
and people
meditating.
Your aunt is so
pretty. My uncle is
also handsome.
Look at the children. They are
so happy. They are enjoying
their entertainment. India has
so many different festivals. We
love the Holi festival.

14. They are dancing very
well.
What a great
adventure in India.
We must return.
Tokyo, we are
coming. 東京我來
了!
These look
like donuts.
They are
not like
the
sweet.

15. Look at all
these
interesting
animals.
Let’s get
the party
started.
I will sing
some
Bollywood
songs.
I want to ride the
roller coaster.
It is one of
Tokyo's
famous
landmarks.
There are
so many
rides here.
It's the
tallest
tower in
Tokyo.

16. They
practice
Buddhism
there.
What are
they
celebrating
?
Some
shrines
are called
gongen.
How
beautiful
Mount Fuji
is!
This is so
relaxing!
Let’s take
pictures
under Mount
Fuji.
All my stress and
pain has left me.

17. I always
wanted to
try a
Kimono.
Baseball is
well
known in
Japan.
You look
elegant in
a kimono.
I can hit a
home run.
It’s a little
bit
confusing!
We can't
miss the
manga
comics.
Scramble
cross is a
good word
for this.
Do you
understan
d what
you are
reading?

18. It's really
fun to go
out and
catch
pokemon.
They look
so
yummy!
I would
like to eat
the
coconut.
I’m a little
afraid of
heights.
These futons are
super comfy!
Let's go to
the
restaurant
up high.
What unique
pictures.

19. Awwww.
We have
to leave
Japan
now.
Where in
the world
are we?
We
made it
to South
Africa.
I’m going to wash my
clothes in the river.
You can come
with us and we
will carry water to
the house.
I will plow the land
to put new crops.
I pick up lettuce
and carrots for
food.
I will take
care of the
cows to have
milk.

20. Soccer or “football” is even
bigger here than in our country.
We’re going to win. Let’s get
possession of the ball. Pass
the ball. Let’s do it.
Hello, everyone! Let’s
become into men!
This is a nice way to
start the day. All our
voices together
sound great!
A long time ago, our
ancestors started to do
cleansing ceremony by
this river.

21. I want a
colourful hat to
bring home.
This street
vendor has so
many things to
buy.
I want to buy
a banana
because I’m
very hungry.
It's beautiful to see the
animals in freedom, and
take pictures, I love Africa!
This is the whole
reason I wanted
to come to South
Africa, the safari!
I can't believe we're
leaving. South Africa
was wonderful. What
good memories.

22. It’s great we landed at
Madrid Airport in such
good weather.
Wow! Look how big the
stork is! The bull’s horns
are giant! Is that a lynx?
This is a traditional
festival in Spain.
How amazing it is!
Look at this
solemn idol and
special
costume,
especially the hat
Who
is he?
He is
Messi.
I like Messi.
Wow! Super
goal! Oh my
god!

23. Tomorrow there might
be a play in the theatre.
It might be a cool
play and it will
come soon.
I can’t wait to see a bullfight here at Las
Ventas! I heard it was built in 1931 and is
still really pretty!
What a beautiful gate to Madrid. Yes,
it’s amazing. Let’s go now and
explore Madrid.
We are going to take a tour
starting from the Alcala gate.
We are having so much fun
here. This place is amazing.

24. Wow! These windmills are awfully pretty!
Are those the ones that Don Quixote’
fought at? I wonder if we can go inside.
This is one of World
Heritage sites, the
Córdoba's mosque.
Amazing! I wish I
could dance the
Flamenco!
I really
like the
music
here!
Look at that huge monument. It
looks like a church. I think it’s a
castle.
Let’s go
inside and
explore.

25. It’s time to fly to
Valencia. Our
adventures are to be
continued.
Wow! It’s
so
amazing.
Why would
they burn
the
statues?
I don’t
know but
it’s very
interesting
!
I love this
aquarium!
I feel like I’m swimming
with the sharks!
It’s the longest
underwater tunnel in
Europe!
Through this museum we are
going to know about science.

26. I like the sea.
Let’s fish
and swim.
This cave is
scary and dark.
Look at the
hieroglyphics.
I don’t want
to leave
either, but
I’m sure
there will be
so many
cool things
in Barcelona!
I love
boat rides!
This is the
Sagrada
Familia. This
church was
built 100
years ago!
It’s so
beautiful
and big.

27. Barcelona is an important city in Spain.
We really enjoyed the trip in Spain.
Why not come back again in the
future?
This is such a large,
busy airport. How
will we find our way
out?
It’s
exciting!
I’m feeling
vertigo.
I remind
you that
I’m taking
photos!
What is
the tall
building
over
there?
Oh! I think that
is Taipei 101.

28. Let’s visit
the
temple!
Yeahh,
why
not!
A temple
built by the
Spaniards!
and with
beautiful
views of the
Tamui
River. It’s
relaxing.
We are
delighted
to see this
street.
Take a
picture
here!!
The
statues of
the Wind
Lion Gods
are so
cool!
They are
built to
protect the
village
from
strong
winds.

29. Yushan , also Mount Jade or Mount
Yu, is the highest mountain in
Taiwan at 3,952 metres (12,966 ft)
above sea level.
Drinking bubble tea
is fantastic. It's so
refreshing.
They are
selling
food. Let’s
buy some
of it.
Yes, I agree. Let’s
taste these
traditional flavours.

30. The mango shaved ice is the best dessert
for the hot summer. Yummy!
Let's go
on a river
cruise.
This lake
is 748
metres
above sea
level and
it’s
located in
the Yuchi
township!
Traditions
help us
understan
d our
ancestors.

31. I love this
play. It’s
very fun.
The main
characters
are very
good
actors.
That’s quite
good
dancing! I
love their
costumes!
I found out
that this
tribe’s
name
means
unity.
Yes, but
did you
know that
the
original
tribe
members
spoke the
Nanwang
dialect?
I’ve never
seen an
opera like
this. Their
costumes are
quite unique.

32. Taiwan’s orchid is quite
famous. Foreigners love to
buy orchids from Taiwan.
I really hope we get to go in
one of those AMAZING hot air
balloons.
I always wanted to see this festival.
It's gorgeous. Light flying through the
sky, is wonderful.
I think they have learned a lot
from our country. I hope they get
to their homes soon.