Why history's no longer all Greek to pupils

HISTORY came alive at Ernesettle Community School when pupils got their hands on ancient Greek artefacts.

The Year 5 youngsters also dressed up in outfits modelled on those worn by the ancient Greeks.

ABOVE:Menelaus, aka Ian Johnstone, above, with Ellie Sibley, who is examining an Aryballos. RIGHT: David Parments on the horns of a dilemma. LEFT: studying an artefact
ABOVE: Ian Johnstone LEFT: Amiee Hussey and Chantelle Moody with a cast of a horse's head.

The school's Greek Day was all part of a visit from 'Menelaus' – aka history expert Ian Johnstone.

Teacher Danielle Smith said: "I knew Ian from an event at my previous school and thought it would be a great way to make history more tangible and come alive for the students.

Business Cards From Only £10.95 Delivered www.myprint-247.co.uk

myprint-247

View details

Print voucher

Our heavyweight cards have FREE UV silk coating, FREE next day delivery & VAT included. Choose from 1000's of pre-designed templates or upload your own artwork. Orders dispatched within 24hrs.

Terms: Visit our site for more products: Business Cards, Compliment Slips, Letterheads, Leaflets, Postcards, Posters & much more. All items are free next day delivery. www.myprint-247.co.uk

Contact: 01858 468192

Valid until: Friday, May 31 2013

"They loved the dressing up bit and it was all they spoke about for hours and hours afterwards."

The 43 students taking part had studied the culture and history of ancient Greece since returning from the summer holidays.