Pupils learn all about life of Vikings

Caythorpe Primary School children were said to be '˜overwhelmed with excitement' when they turned into Vikings to bring their topic for the term alive. Greeted by '˜Wulfric' from Viking School Visits, pupils were invited to come to school in Viking clothing and take part in an engaging '˜expedition' for the day. A school spokesman said: 'The journey began with a trip from Scandinavia to Britain across the sea in their Viking ships. Pupils were presented with a range of virtual challenges as they raced across the ocean. They then took part in a quiz to understand what their diet would consist of '“ including black pudding from pig's blood!'
Pupils at Caythorpe Primary School enjoyed a Vikings-themed day. Image supplied.Pupils at Caythorpe Primary School enjoyed a Vikings-themed day. Image supplied.
Pupils at Caythorpe Primary School enjoyed a Vikings-themed day. Image supplied.

Pupils also explored weapons and armoury from the era, artefacts from a virtual archaeological dig, and heard how only half of them would have made it into adulthood during this period of history due to a lack of medicine and unsafe water. Rhian Cann, Year 3/4 teacher, said: “It was an excellent experience and the children were really engaged. There were a variety of activities and it was really educational. The staff also learnt plenty and I would recommend it for any other schools considering having the workshops.”