Primary 5b have just finished their topic on the Scottish Wars of Independence.

We have been learning about the tactics used in the battles of Stirling Bridge, Falkirk and Bannockburn.

We have investigated the typical armour and weapons of the English and Scottish soldiers.

We have also learnt about the roles played by key historical figures, such as Alexander III, Margaret Maid of Norway, John Balliol, William Wallace, Andrew de Moray, Robert the Bruce, John Comyn and Kings Edward I, II and III of England.

Why not ask your child to tell you about some of these figures and events? They could explain what the Declaration of Arbroath is, or even tell you what Robert the Bruce learnt from a spider!…