When Andy came to visit on friday, he talked to us about his trip to the South Pole and his inspiration. He talked about the harsh conditions that he lived in and the hard work and training that he had to do.
Andy entered a competition for the expedition. He had to do mental and physical tests and the mental test was to ensure that he wasn't crazy.
He also told us about the dangers of going there.
I took everything into consideration and want to go on an expedition myself. His speech really inspired me and I really enjoyed it!
Crysal Matarira - 9T
Showing posts with label Antarctica. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Antarctica. Show all posts
Tuesday, 14 December 2010
Monday, 13 December 2010
Mr Antarctica man.......
Andrew Ledger made another visit to school last week. He met the current year 9 pupils during the day on Friday and once again made a massive impact.
He gave a similar talk to last time and the girls were engaged throughout - I will post up some more, but here is one of the images from the day!
A massive thanks to him for coming in for the day and inspiring the students so well!
Miss Udy
Sunday, 28 February 2010
Iceberg breaks off Antarctica... Threatens Penguins
An iceberg bigger than the size of London has broken off from eastern Antarctica, it has altered the shape and size of Antarctica and is threatening to change the local conditions and effect penguins, the local waters and the general ecosystem of the area.
For more read the article that can be found at:
For more read the article that can be found at:
Miss U
Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Jess's blog post about Andrews Visit
On Wednesday the 10th of February we have a very unusual visitor come to see us year 9's in our lesson. Because we have been learning about climate change, the south pole and Antarctica, Andrew Ledger came to tell us what is was like when he visited Antarctica. He was a very funny man and told us lots of interesting facts about when he was there. He showed us some pictures of him there and told us some of the stories and side effects of being there. i.e. Being sick every day, having un-warmed up meals and stuff. Overall the session was very interesting and funny which was a real treat and privilege to have him come in to see us. Thank you Andrew and Miss Udy
By Jessica Lawal - 9L
Pictures to come later!
By Jessica Lawal - 9L
Pictures to come later!
Wednesday, 10 February 2010
Andrew Ledger - Shackleton Centenary Expedition
BBC Breakfast 17 October 2008 from The Shackleton Foundation on Vimeo.
Andrew Ledger came to Eltham today to relive his expedition to Antarctica. This was before they went on the expedition and see Andrew on BBC news!
Miss Udy
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