Lesson 3: How did Scott's explorers
keep warm in Antarctica? Key Stage 2 & Key Stage 2: History
Investigating clothing worn by polar explorers on Scott's expeditions
Modern explorers wear clothing that has been specially designed to help the explorers regardless of the weather conditions.
Some of the technology in our everyday clothing has come from innovations developed for polar explorers.
The Scott Polar Research Institute has always been a source of advice for polar explorers and clothing manufacturers from around the world.
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Purpose of study:
History - Know and understand how people's lives have shaped this nation and how Britain has influenced and been influenced by the wider world.
Understand the methods of historical enquiry, including how evidence is used rigorously to make historical claims, and discern how and why contrasting arguments and interpretations of the past have been constructed.
English - write clearly, accurately and coherently, adapting their language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences.
Use discussion in order to learn; they should be able to elaborate and explain clearly their understanding and ideas.
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