Tuesday, 22 November 2016

The Saga of Beowulf!

During Viking Day, the Year 5's had a visit from some Norse Storytellers. They retold a part of the saga of Beowulf...

Storytelling from the Students...

The children in History Club told the story of two myths and fables taken from Jim Henson's 'The Storyteller' series. I have never seen better audience interaction than I saw from these student storytelling pioneers. It has to be seen to be believed!

Wednesday, 16 November 2016

A Viking Assembly Saga!

Here is the Saga of an awesome Viking assembly from 5R!

Thursday, 3 November 2016

Storytelling an an ancient tale - part 1

History Club spent some time practising their Historical tales today. Can you tell which story they are practising?

Wednesday, 2 November 2016

Mr Kean's Awesome Chronological Card Game!

If you want to learn about dates, events and fun stuff from history while trying to win a game then look no further than Mr Kean's awesome chronological card game...

Wednesday, 12 October 2016

Passing on the Myths!

History Club are learning the importance of traditional storytelling! Please take some time to watch the following video of an episode from Jim Henson's storytelling series. Next take a look at the video of History Club's first go at telling stories - the traditional way!
 

Sunday, 2 October 2016

Art meets DT meets History

Please take the time to check out ,Year 7 student, Jack's videoed recreation of a shield from the battle of Hastings. Just so you know, this shield will actually be used in a full recreation of the battle of Hastings!

Making a shield