Children in Amazon Class braved the relentless storms and cold of the Antarctic in class today as they took part in some drama in preparation for a unit of diary writing based on Robert Scott’s ill-fated expedition to the South Pole. Wrapping themselves up in their coats, scarves and hats, and retreating into the warmth of their sleeping bags, they reflected on the feelings, thoughts and words of Scott’s team as they reached the pole only to find they had been beaten by the Norwegians. These sepia-toned pictures capture the children’s battles with frostbite and crushing disappointment.
I hope they are able to warm up over the weekend. We’ll share their finished diaries as soon as we can.
