In case study 2, we are now starting to look at an another hero A NURSE!
Yesterday, we got to meet Nurse Welburn, we learnt all about where nurses work and what jobs they do when they are there. We even got to dress up as a nurse!
Meeting a nurse
Category : History
History
Year 2 Nurse Visit
Today we were very lucky to have a visit from Nurse Welburn who is a children’s nurse in a hospital. She brought lots of equipment for us to look at and even showed us how to use it. The children asked her lots of questions and talked about their own experiences of visiting the hospital. We then did a carousel of activities including dressing up and colouring. Thank you to Nurse Welburn for coming to see us all.
Why is a firefighter a hero in our community?🚒🧯
Roman Towns – What were they and why?
In our expedition lessons this week, we have found out lots of information about Roman towns. We focussed on six Roman towns in England: Londinium, Eboracum, Viriconium, Isca Augusta, Deva, Aquae Sulius. We used a map to help us locate where the Romans settled in the United Kingdom and then identified the main uses for these towns.
Basic Training – Roman Style!
To help us with our plot point in writing, Crew Hamill became Roman Soldiers for the morning. We went outside and took part in all the activities Roman soldiers have to do when they first join the army. Their basic training last for a whole four months – we were tired after just doing it for half an hour! We did a route march, some weapon training, battle drills and a keep fit class.
Firefighters through the ages 👩🚒
Fighting Fires 🧯🔥
Y2 have been gathering historical information this week about the Great Fire of London, we discovered the fire started in Pudding Lane in 1666. There was no fire brigade in London so Londoners had to fight the fire with the help of the soldiers. They used buckets of water and fire hooks. We looked at how this differed today, how our firefighters could have helped with the equipment in the present day. To test our knowledge about fire fighters in the present day we took part in our first Kahoot quiz, it was a tough one!
What a day!! Murton Park – Roman Day
We really hope the children have enjoyed their day as much as we have.
Today was action packed from start to finish and definitely gave the children the opportunity to experience life as a Roman soldier.
On our way to the fort, we needed some ‘donkeys’ to pull the cart. It was surprising how many volunteered for the task.
Before starting the activities, it was essential that they looked the part so they were allocated their barracks and a uniform.
The rest of the day consisted of 5 activities.
Sword and shield fighting where children were taught how to hold their shield and spear/sword. They were expected to follow orders to ensure their survival in battle.
They had the opportunity to throw javelins and fight with a bag. Some children were able to command their recruits.
It was music to our ears that the children weren’t escaping writing today but with a difference. They were using the Roman alphabet abd the Roman style of writing which didn’t include finger spaces or punctuation!
Crafting Roman oil lamps was another of our tasks. Children used clay to create an oil lamp which they were able to design.
Once the children had learned the skills they were taken to battle. Unexpectedly, there was a celt who challenged them to a battle because she didn’t want them on her land, however, the Roman soldier defeated them and they ran away.
An absolutely amazing day had by all and we’ve no doubts the children are ready to commence our expedition next week and learn more about the Romans.
Marvellous mosaics
Yesterday as part of hook week, we made mosaics. Mosaics are made of glass, stone and rock and during the Roman times they showed a sign of wealth and importance. Crew Thompson really enjoyed making shield and sword designs and tried really hard to replicate a mosaic. ☺️
Mosaic
Following on with the Roman theme, the children were given time to create their own mosaic patterns. Some children went for repeating patterns and others tried to create pictures with the mosaic. We worked well and even enjoyed some Roman music in the background.
