Lochiel students had a blast learning about the past!

All the schools have been enjoying a full day primary programme at the Lakes District Museum & Gallery, and Lochiel was no exception! This is what we got up to:

• A historic walk around Arrowtown checking out old Miners cottages - they were all very small! Why were they so small?
• A tour of the Chinese settlement where we learned about the difficult learning conditions they experienced. Why did the Chinese settlers come to New Zealand?
• A terrifying 1800's lesson with Miss Gray. she was very strict and used a cane to punish naughty children. What were the differences between your classroom and her classroom? Was anything the same?
• Learning how to go gold panning at the Arrow river! Did any of you find gold? Can you remember the different methods of gold panning?

I had a fantastic day learning with you all! I hope you enjoy the rest of your camp Lochiel kids!

Try answer my questions and comment about your visit below!