Rosa Parks

The children in 2P discussed the concept of race and racism. First we discussed the life of Rosa Parks and how she suffered years of discrimination and segregation.

Next, we discussed how people all have similarities and differences but at times some people will not be kind because of the differences. 

Through drama, role play and discussions we worked out what would be seen as racism and what wouldn’t. The children then linked this to the life of Rosa Parks and realised that, at times, some people will not be kind because of the differences. 

We used our knowledge to create a short piece of drama that reenacted the story of Rosa Parks on the bus. You can watch this here:

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Inequality and Racism Roleplay

We have learnt about inequality and racism during this Rosa Parks topic. Recognising that it is unfair, unkind and inhumane to treat people different because of the colour of their skin, gender, disability, if they wear glasses or not etc.

We are historians 🛡️🏛️

For todays expedition we have looked at different sources to find information about life in Roman Doncaster. We then compared differences and similarities between Roman Doncaster and modern Doncaster.

Miss Brown
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Remarkable Roman Research

3GS worked really hard at the start of the week, researching aspects of Roman life. They had to use different sources to find out more about Roman roads, houses, clothing and towns.

After they completed the research, they produced posters and presented their findings to the rest of the class, so everyone could learn what they had learnt.

Mrs Graves

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What is Racism?

This afternoon we were talking about racism, as part of our Rosa Parks case study. We discussed that everyone has similarities and differences – but we are all beautiful humans!

We recognised that racism is being unkind to people because of their skin colour, accent, religion – which is not okay!

Then we looked at some different case studies and talked about if they had thought it was racist or not.

Asking AI Rosa Parks questions

Today, in English and history we have learnt about the life of Rosa Parks and how she became a hero in her community. The children loved asking questions to AI Rosa Parks. #LovePlover

Roman posters 🛡️🏺🏛️

Today for expedition, 4B have been researching about aspects of Roman life to produce a poster which they will be presenting to the class tomorrow. Well done everyone for working so hard and I can’t wait to see your presentations.

Miss Brown

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We are dramatic
no really, we actually are!

There are times when I wish I had recorded a lesson. Today was definitely one of those times. I’ve never seen so many over dramatic children posing as Roman soldiers in a variety of situations. When they ‘came to life’ as I touched their heads, some of their comments were absolutely priceless:

“Are we nearly there yet?” “Outta the way I’m gonna be sick!” “Hold on for your life, there’s another wave coming!”

“How cold is this water?!” “No one said about this before we set off.” “So
cold
so
far
”

“Where on Earth am I?” “What is that supposed to be?” “Why is it so wet and so cold?”

“Claudius ordered us to build a settlement but I’m too tired. I must sleep!” “Sleep now, build later.”

“Oof, urgh, hmpf!” “I don’t know how many more bricks I can pass you!” “How heavy!” “OW!”

“Let’s be ‘avin yaaaaaaaa!” “CELTS COMING!” “Who are ya?” “Attack!” “Incoming!”

I honestly don’t know where they get it from! Well done 4H now to transfer those actions and words into writing! You’ve got this, folks!

Mrs Haycock

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We are up and about


After completing our first challenge of the lesson: ‘Am I Roman or Celtic?’, we checked in with someone else from another table and chatted through our answers together. Some of us felt a little strange: suddenly getting up and moving elsewhere in the room but the movement improved the quality of the conversation between everyone and their was more of a ‘buzz’ about the learning. Well done guys – I know it feels strange talking to someone different but you were all incredible! AGAIN!

Mrs Haycock

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