We know Berlin!

Last year the Charity committee at school organised a treasure hunt. We decided to play along, but it was really difficult. We had only been in Berlin for 2 months, very little German, and no real idea where anything was. Phil was away for work, the kids and I foolishly attempted it by ourselves. It was a bit of a disaster,and I don't think any of us had a good time, except for when we decided to give up and have chips and then icecream.

This year we were more prepared. We knew the public transport system much better, (we rely on public transport as we don't have a car here), we can speak and read the language, and know where landmarks, streets and buildings are! 

We  called our team the Woolloomooloo Wombats.  We chose it because if we did win a prize, it would be funny to see the principal try and say Woolloomooloo.  The boys thought that would be funny.

The boys were great at finding the things on our list, and we got back to school before anyone else. Of course that was not a true indication of how we went, as we had to wait until the answers were added up. 

 

When the other teams came in, and points were counted up, we had an award ceremony. Mrs Jackson (both kids Year 1 teacher) announced the awards. We won first place, and she pronounced Woolloomooloo perfectly.! The boys were thrilled! Our prize, a board game, Harry Potter DVD's, cinema vouchers, pens, chocolates and other goodies, even a couple of bottles of wine for the parents! 

WE had to either drawa a picture of some of the items, or take a photo.  Thsnk goodness for digital cameras. Below are some of our entries.

We found the eagle on the lamp post.

The East/West links on the Ku'damn

The World Cup Berlin Bear! This one was difficult for most teams, however, I found this during World Cup, so I knew exactly where to go.