Plymouth’s Polar Explorers

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Discover the adventures of Plymouth’s famous polar explorer – Captain Robert Scott. Students will learn what it takes to lead an Antarctic expedition then and now!

Learning about Robert Scott’s polar explorations, students will engage all their senses to imagine what it takes to experience harsh Antarctic conditions. Exploring the artefacts and scientific study involved in an expedition – with some help from modern day experts – students will use their new knowledge in a literacy or oracy activity.

Key Stage: Key Stage 2
Curricula: Geography, History, literacy
Topics: explorers, scott
Price: £6 per student (including VAT)
Group Size: (minimum) 30 students
Duration: One hour
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