Grade 5 French students were excited to learn about Carnaval traditions throughout the French-speaking world and create their very own Carnaval floats. As part of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme Transdisciplinary theme of “How we express ourselves,” the students learned how, “culture is represented by symbols and celebrations that express diversity within our global community.” The students focused on the commonalities as well as the different ways of celebrating this holiday time throughout the French-speaking world. The traditions that make up this festival vary with regard to clothing, food, and activities, which are a reflection of the specific culture where Carnaval is celebrated as well as a reflection of how this celebration originated and has evolved. From Nice to Martinique to Quebec, the students brought the traditions to life through song, dance, stories, role-play, and art. At the conclusion of this celebration, the students created floats that represented which celebration resonated most with them or how they would celebrate this type of festival. From this study and engagement, the students have experienced and grown in the “inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values.”