Study excellently! 1948

This Soviet poster was created in 1948 by artist M. Nesterova-Berzina. The slogan reads: “Учись отлично!”, which translates to “Study excellently!”. The image shows a blonde schoolgirl sitting at her desk, raising her hand confidently while an open notebook lies in front of her. Behind her, the giant red numeral “5” (the highest Soviet grade) dominates the composition, reinforcing the message of striving for top marks. The girl’s determined expression and neat appearance symbolize diligence, discipline, and the ideal Soviet student. Such posters were used in schools to encourage children to achieve academic success and to present study as both a duty and a source of pride.