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We had a lively start with some Djembe drumming before learning an African dance.
YEAR 3!
TOPIC - SOUTH AFRICA
Recent travel restrictions did not stop Year 3 from exploring Africa this term, with a special focus on the country of South Africa.
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e had a lively start with some Djembe drumming before learning an African dance. Shortly after, we were inspired by Nelson Mandela’s autobiography, ‘Long Walk to Freedom’. This led to much discussion and thought about the way we treat each other and about difference and resilience. We also pondered over what it must have been like to live during apartheid. Some excellent newspaper reports were then written documenting Mandela’s release after 27 years in prison. Our love of all kinds of animals shone through during our research
and presentations on creatures ranging from the pygmy hippo to the ground pangolin. We learnt some fascinating facts along the way and certainly sharpened our public-speaking skills. In addition, we had fun with alliteration in writing ‘Zealous Zoo’ poems. Members of the Art Club made some beautiful silhouette paintings of an African sunset which brightened our classrooms, and in Drama lessons we worked hard as an ensemble to act out two traditional African tales. Characters included a talking snake, a prince who changed into an impala, an old witch and a jealous brother.
