Today we welcomed Meldred the Anglo-Saxon to our school to tell us all about life in Anglo-Saxon England. She told us the ancient story of Beowulf and all about Alfred the Great. We also learnt about settlements and created our own villages named after their leaders: Anyaport, Frankfort, Joeborough, Fletchurst and Anshstead! We looked at objects that Anglo-Saxons would have had such as a bit for a horse (we thought it was handcuffs!) a flail, and a bow drill. Finally we practised manoeuvres with our staffs so that we could fight off any Viking invaders!
Meldred seemed to enjoy spending time with us but was very anxious that she might come across a Viking! We reassured her that we came in friendship and were happy to listen to her many stories and learn about her way of life.
Click below to see some of our intimidating fight moves!
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