Think like an Explorer

Explorers doodling in diaries! Discover some of the secrets of expedition diaries then have a go at making your own.

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Where

The Polar Museum

Key Stage

Curriculum

Theme

Extreme Environments,

Type of Activity

Creative Writing,

A series of activities inspired by some of the diaries in our collection at the Scott Polar Research Institute. Enjoy recording your observations during your own expeditions.

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