Description:
Immerse yourself in Marton’s history. A study in time from the Domesday Book through to the present day. Prepare to be amazed at the extraordinary history of this beautiful park through a series of fast paced activities including looking for clues, identifying mystery objects and looking closely at maps and images from days gone by.
This is an outdoor workshop and run jointly with the Stewart Park Team from Askham Bryan College. In order for children to see features for themselves they will need to spend time outdoors. Please ensure all children come suitably dressed for this workshop.
Key learning outcomes:
Students will find out about this locally significant site and see how events of national history are reflected within it. They will develop a deeper understanding of chronology and be able to build a clear narrative of the history of the area, drawing on a range of sources.
Main learning approaches:
Enquiry-based learning
Active learning