Primary 4/5 visited The Shetland Museum on Wednesday 5th June to learn more about Shetland in World War Two.
Lots of changes were taking place in Shetland during that time and it was interesting to learn about how people lived and adapted to these changes.
We looked at World War Two exhibits, learning about the Home Guard, The Shetland Bus operation, stories about men who were fighting in other countries and how soldiers created their own entertainment here in Shetland to boost morale.
We learned that materials were rationed and it was common for children to make their own toys out of things they could find around the house. We made our own peg dolls! What a creative bunch in P4/5!
What a day! The pupils in P4/5 had an exciting day in Lerwick today, learning about life in Shetland in the past.
On our way to set sail with The Swan, some pupils were unsure and feeling a bit nervous. It wasn’t long before these feelings disappeared as we got busy on deck with the skipper and his 2 crew mates. We got some hands on learning to see what it takes to sail a traditional vessel, the history of the Swan – and our maritime heritage.
It was good fun, working as a team to raise the sail and have a go at steering the boat! Some future skippers at Dunrossness perhaps…? One of the highlights was definitely exploring the bunks downstairs. Most folk thought it would be quite a comfortable sleep in there, apart from when you would have to put in the extra plank of wood across the bunk opening, to keep you from falling out on a rough night out at sea! On Wednesday, P6 will have a whole day on board The Swan, learning “the ropes” and working as a team. We know they’ll have great fun!
All ready to set sail!
And we’re off!
Working together to tidy up the ropes.
Keeping the ropes neat and tidy.
The sail is up! Hooray!
Future Skippers?
We learned about the history of The Swan.
Trying out the bunks. It was cosy!
We found a secret compartment in the table.
Did you have fun…?
We took a moment to stand and look out at the exact spot where The Swan was built.
Could you sleep in there boys?
As well as our sailing experience, we spent time at the Shetland Museum, hopping through the ages and discovering the different people who have settled in Shetland over thousands of years.
We learned about crofting and fishing life in Shetland and the different jobs men and women were responsible for. After our tour, we got a chance to do some “carding” with sheep’s fleece, to make it soft enough to then spin into yarn. We can certainly see how hard life must’ve been in the past!
Carding the sheep’s fleece.
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