As a continuation of our studies of The Romans and Italy, we looked at the work of some Italian artists. We really liked this painting by Leonardo Da Vinci.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
A Roman Story
My name is Marius. I am a Roman soldier. Let me tell you about my life. When I joined, I took an oath for 25 years or until I die. I will never marry or see my homeland again.
My life is dangerous and exciting at the same time. I walk 30km a day with my kit. I carry an axe, a saw, food, a rope and camping gear inside. I wear armour and have weapons such as my sword, my dagger, my javelin and my helmet and shield for protection.
I sleep in a leather tent with seven other soldiers. I try to sleep in the middle because it is the warmest. I train everyday. It can be a bloody affair, even if we cover up the tips of our swords and daggers!. I also feed animals and collect wood and water. I clean my weapons too. The army builds roads and forts. We are a strong army. We invade other countries to get land taxes and slaves. When I retire, the Emperor of Rome will reward my hard work with a small farm and maybe some animals.
Gavin Smith
My life is dangerous and exciting at the same time. I walk 30km a day with my kit. I carry an axe, a saw, food, a rope and camping gear inside. I wear armour and have weapons such as my sword, my dagger, my javelin and my helmet and shield for protection.
I sleep in a leather tent with seven other soldiers. I try to sleep in the middle because it is the warmest. I train everyday. It can be a bloody affair, even if we cover up the tips of our swords and daggers!. I also feed animals and collect wood and water. I clean my weapons too. The army builds roads and forts. We are a strong army. We invade other countries to get land taxes and slaves. When I retire, the Emperor of Rome will reward my hard work with a small farm and maybe some animals.
Gavin Smith
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
All Ireland Fever - Corcaigh Abú!
Match ReportYesterday the All Ireland Football Final took place in Croke Park in Dublin. The stadium was filled to capacity with over 80,000 spectators . The battle was between Cork and Down. Down had never lost a final in Croke Park so the pressure was on The Rebels!
Cork launched an early attack but missed some good chances to score. Overall Down had a better first half. The score at half time was 5-8 points.
Graham Canty came on early in the second half. Cork’s play improvedwith every minute. The teams were neck and neck at 11 points a piece in the 55th minute.
Cork’s confidence was building steadily. The match was getting more intense. The fans cheered enthusiastically for their teams. The final score 16-15. The Sam Maguire is on it’s way to Cork by the Lee. Well Done cork!
By Rebecca Keenan & Laura Tobin
Cork launched an early attack but missed some good chances to score. Overall Down had a better first half. The score at half time was 5-8 points.
Graham Canty came on early in the second half. Cork’s play improvedwith every minute. The teams were neck and neck at 11 points a piece in the 55th minute.
Cork’s confidence was building steadily. The match was getting more intense. The fans cheered enthusiastically for their teams. The final score 16-15. The Sam Maguire is on it’s way to Cork by the Lee. Well Done cork!
By Rebecca Keenan & Laura Tobin
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
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