“Talking Kites” – Lesson Dedicated to the Convention on Children’s Rights

On April 30, 2026, Yekaterina Rybalkina, senior lecturer of the Department of Foreign Languages, conducted a practice-oriented lesson for 2nd-year students of the American Program dedicated to children’s rights and global citizenship within the framework of the international project Talking Kites Around the World.

The lesson focused on the educational legacy of Janusz Korczak and the key principles of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. A variety of interactive teaching methods were integrated into the class, including authentic reading tasks, vocabulary activation, critical discussion, ranking activities, collaborative problem-solving, and project-based learning.

Special emphasis was placed on developing students’ critical thinking, intercultural awareness, and communication skills in English.

As an outcome, students completed a group project by designing their own “talking kites,” visually representing children’s rights, current social issues, and messages promoting tolerance, inclusivity, and intercultural dialogue.

This lesson format enhances student motivation, engagement, and interest in learning while fostering global awareness and active citizenship.

Foreign languages department