Physical Geography Polar Regions Polar Explorers

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Polar Regions and Explorers Workshops

Discovering the Pioneers of Polar Exploration

Embark on an extraordinary expedition inspired by the fearless pioneers of polar exploration with our fun and engaging Polar Regions school workshops. Weaving the tales of renowned explorers creates a captivating experience that align seamlessly with the UK curriculum.

Immersive polar regions workshops for KS2 and primary school children provide an in-depth look at the daring expeditions undertaken by pioneering adventurers who ventured into the unforgiving Arctic and Antarctic regions. Braving treacherous conditions these adventurers sought scientific discoveries and the thrill of being the first to reach the North or South Pole.

Polar Regions workshops offer students a unique opportunity to not only study the geographical aspects of these icy ecosystems but also to relive the adventures of the explorers who braved the unknown. Aligned with Key Stages 1 and 2 of the UK curriculum, to help your students learn more about polar environments by encouraging teamwork, geographical knowledge, and environmental awareness. Students develop critical thinking skills as they explore the challenges faced by both explorers and wildlife in these extreme environments.

Famous Explorers in Focus:

Sir Ernest Shackleton: Step into the shoes of the legendary Sir Ernest Shackleton, known for his indomitable spirit during the Endurance expedition. Discover more about his scientific discoveries during his Antarctic journey.

Robert Falcon Scott: Journey back in time with the stories of Robert Falcon Scott and his Discovery Expedition and Terra Nova Expedition. Explore the challenges faced during the race to the South Pole and the geographical discoveries that unfolded.

Your students can learn about the legendary journeys of explorers like Ernest Shackleton, Roald Amundsen, and Robert Falcon Scott, who led teams of brave people on perilous treks across vast, frozen landscapes. They faced hazards including subzero temperatures, punishing blizzards, and dangerous crevasses in the ice beneath their feet.

Through story telling, hands-on activities, role play, and lively discussions, these excellent workshops bring the era of polar explorers to life, sharing the compelling stories of the explorers' bravery, determination, and sometimes tragic fates. Students come away with a deeper appreciation for what the explorers achieved, as well as better knowledge of the inhospitable places we know as the polar regions.