We have been thoroughly enjoying exploring the legacy of John Shanks within our Social Studies lesson. We have looked at a variety of different types of evidence related to John Shanks and Barrhead, including artefacts, maps, photos, advertisements and awards. We’ve also been thinking about the term ‘Local Hero’ and whether John Shanks and other Barrhead historical figures deserve this title. Some children in the class have a personal connection to the Shanks factory and have shared these with the class. We’d love to hear some more links if you have any!