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May 24, 2011

Castles

As part of the England theme the children in Mrs Dykes class are investigating English castles. They will learn about the features and life in a medieval castle.
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We will use a variety of skills;

To research
-features of a castle
-location of castles
-history of castles
-life in a castle
-myths and legends associated with castles

To talk
-what we found out
-plan, develop and evaluate our work
-ask questions and record answers
-express opinions

To read and write
-'The Enchanted Sword'
-poems about castles
-historical accounts
-guide books for castles

To calculate
-a timeline for Prudhoe castle
-building areas of the castle using numbered blocks at Prudhoe castle

To make/produce
-coat of arms
-model castle
-powerpoint presentation about castles
-castle shaped book 'The Enchanted Sword'

To perform
-medieval sports/games

Posted by Teaching Assistants at May 24, 2011 9:08 PM

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