Welcome to the Humanities Broadcast: Issue 9 We hope that this finds our Roding Valley Community safe and well… here are some new ideas and things to do!
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Our new Humanities logo - which we love!! Look out for it … everywhere!! This is Abigail Tew’s winning design … read on for more info
Here is Abigail’s entry and the story behind the logo. We will share more logo entries over the next few weeks.
TYLAN SAMI
First two of the other entries for the logo competition- you can see how tough the decision was
Next week two more logo entries ‌ fear not we plan to use all of these too, thank you very much to all that entered. House points on way to you.
Rosa Marshall
Well done this week to...
Jessie Tucker - a fantastic project for RS :) Here is the first page!
Ms Barron’s geographers Ruby Mace for her brilliant History work on what causes change.
Charlotte Gadeke for excellent Geography, an outstanding essay and relentless motivation at this time.
Lola Boyle again for excellent work in geography and continued effort and motivation at this time.
Year 9 Historians of the week: -
Amber Compton Joseph James Jasmine Heatley Monica Jaye Gideon King Luke Rogerson Outstanding work this week!
Gisela Sequeira and Charlotte Copeman for a great start to their A Level studies in P&E
Can you get all 30? Answers on the last slide of this broadcast My fav car (outside of the Aston Martin DB5) Send me a pic of your fave classic car - must be over 30 years old at least to qualify!! (the car that is)
The best 007 actor (Sean Connery) drove both of these cars in which two Bond ďŹ lms? tpreston@rodingvalley.net
Click for History of the Trabi - a symbol of hope in a divided Germany
CLASSIC CARS
How many movies can you find and name in the picture?
Do you have a vision for the future? Click on the picture for a link to a national competition where you can share your vision
Pupdate -asleep with our Giraffe
Mrs Cain
Are you struggling to focus on work? Are you feeling stressed out by tasks? https://www.audiopi.co.uk/?utm_source=schoolzone&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=free_ school_access_oct1st
William Manuel Morris, Baron Morris of Handsworth, (born 19 October 1938) Generally known as Bill Morris, is a former British trade union leader. He was General Secretary of the Transport and General Workers' Union from 1992 to 2003, and the first black leader of a major British trade union. Mr Murray remembers Bill Morris as one of the finest trade union leaders of his generation , successfully representing many 1000’s of British workers.
Click here to find out more about Bill Morris.
Penny cat-napping
Taylor Shiell’s (8R) beautiful dogs
Send us your pet pics...we love them! Especially Mrs C :)
One of my favourite films ever you need tissues. Be ready to fall in love with New Zealand
What do all the protests around the world have in common? World protests 2020
Geography Ms Barron Johnny loves geography
Ever wondered what it’s like to live without water? Minute 3 always makes my year 11’s cry! See where the water in your Coca Cola comes from
These things are only possible on other planets!
Miss Garip
Fun and Interesting Facts that will blow your mind! Firefighters use wetting agents to make water wetter
The first oranges weren’t orange The original oranges from Southeast Asia were a tangerine-pomelo hybrid, and they were actually green. In fact, oranges in warmer regions like Vietnam and Thailand still stay green through maturity. For more interesting facts, find out which “orange” came first: the color or the fruit.
The chemicals reduce the surface tension of plain water so it’s easier to spread and soak into objects, which is why it’s known as “wet water.” Find out which of your favorite science "facts" are actually false.
Armadillo shells are bulletproof
Scotland has 421 words for “snow” Yes—421! That's too many fun facts about snow. Some examples: sneesl (to start raining or snowing); feefle (to swirl); flinkdrinkin (a light snow). Don't miss these other 11 random interesting facts about snow.
In fact, one Texas man was hospitalized when a bullet he shot at an armadillo ricocheted off the animal and hit him in the jaw.
Peanuts aren’t technically nuts They’re legumes. According to Merriam-Webster, a nut is only a nut if it’s “a hard-shelled dry fruit or seed with a separable rind or shell and interior kernel.” That means walnuts, almonds, cashews, and pistachios aren’t nuts either... They’re seeds!
Just click on the blue words to take you straight to the research articles!
Mrs Delbourgo
18 Major World Religions — Study Starters Religion Table Contents
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(Click on the below website for a concise explanation to these religions!)
How many of these symbols do you know? Religion is so diverse and nuanced a subject that it’s nearly impossible to encapsulate all of the world’s major religions in just a few words. But do you know these major religions that govern many people’s lives? Send your answers to me! adelbourgo@rodingvalley.net
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Atheism/Agnosticism Bahá’í Buddhism Christianity Confucianism Druze Gnosticism Hinduism Islam Jainism Judaism Rastafarianism Shinto Sikhism Zoroastrianism Traditional African Religions African Diaspora Religions Indigenous American Religions
https://thebestschools.org/magazine/world-religio ns-study-starters/
Mr Liddle’s culture dive of the week: Culture: The arts and other manifestations of human achievement. Culture provides important social and economic benefits. With improved learning and health, increased tolerance, and opportunities to come together with others. Culture enhances our quality of life and increases overall well-being for both individuals and communities. Send your opinions on any of the below: jliddle@rodingvalley.net
Have a listen:
Arctic Monkeys - Favourite Worst Nightmare
Have a watch:
Jumanji (Original)
Have an attempt cooking:
Lamb kleftiko (Greece)
Mr Cocker History Read of the Week This week I thought I would share a poem with you. It links into our Year 8 study of the slave trade but it also speaks more broadly about triumph in the face of adversity. Maya Angelou is most famous for writing ‘I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings’ but my favorite is a short poem called ‘And Still I Rise’. It is full of messages about self respect, body confidence and making peace with your history. If you want to recommend another book, poem or share you thoughts about this one please email me: mcocker@rodingvalley.net