As part of our ‘Survival of the Fittest’ topic, the children had to understand the concept of time from 5 billion years ago to present day! A very difficult concept indeed, so we all decided to make a human timeline instead of just looking at pictures on a computer screen or printout. We had to use our maths skills to work out a ratio from years to metres. Then we had to measure it out using a trundle metre wheel. The children had information sheets with key events in time on them. It really helped us to understand and appreciate to how little time humans as we know them have lived on our planet…and just how long our planet existed with no life at all.
Article 13: You have the right to find out things and share what you think with others, by talking, drawing, writing or in any other way unless it harms or offends other people.
Article 17: You have the right to get information that is important to your well-being, from radio, newspaper, books, computers and other sources. Adults should make sure that the information you are getting is not harmful, and help you find and understand the information you need.
Article 28: You have the right to a good quality education. You should be encouraged to go to school to the highest level you can.
