Children in Vietnam go to school six days a week- Monday through Saturday. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 2. The school day is about four hours long. The school year runs from September through May. 4. Children are expected to take school very seriously and to work hard.
All children learn how to read and write.
They study literature, math, science and geography. They are also taught traditional manners and customs including social skills and respect for their elders, family and community. Most school days begin with a test. The teacher calls on students to stand and answer a question. Students sit together and chant during lessons.