Nelson Mandela

We have been learning about the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela in our History.

First, we looked at the Republic of South Africa,

where Nelson's life story begins. Here are some facts:

•In 2011 the population of South Africa was around 52 million.

•South Africa has three capital cities, Cape Town, Bloemfontein and Pretoria.

•The largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg.

•South Africa has 11 official languages.

•South Africa has the largest economy of any African country.

Follow this link to the country's fact file:

 Explore South Africa

We have explored the early life and work of Nelson 

Mandela:
He was born in 1918, as Rolihlaha Mandela.
He was given the name Nelson when he started school.
Nelson Mandela's father died when he was 12.
He was adopted by the new leader of the tribe.

While studying law, Nelson Mandela was asked to leave university. It was unusual for black people at the time to attend university.

He began working as a lawyer, fighting for black peoples rights.

Follow the link to read more about Nelson Mandela, and try the quiz!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryhistory/famouspeople/nelson_mandela/

Classroom art

The classroom has been beautifully decorated recently with the children's art. The children all designed their own versions of Apollo 11 in space. Take a look!

School Tour

On Thursday, the pupils from 2nd - 6th class went to Lough Key Forest Park, in Boyle, Co. Roscommon. 'Zip - It' was the order of the day, and everyone had tremendous fun zip-lining along the tree trails.
Have a look at the photo's below of all the fun!!

King of the Jungle....??

Zipping along!

Girls are planning their next move

Caoimhe tackling the obstacles! 

Daniel making his way across the tree tops!

Cathal zipping his way around the woods!

6th class enjoying their last tour with Tooreen!

5th class conquering                                                             the woods!