3BC loved being ACE investigators this week as we discovered a significant Victorian artefact that changed the lives of people in Leeds. The day started with us wearing our ACE Geographer hats. Using a route map and an 8-point compass, we successfully navigated our way to Scotland Wood. There, in all its glory, stood the Seven Arches Aqueduct.

Using our compasses to orient ourselves, we completed panoramic observational drawings of the area. We also identified several unique plants growing in the woods, such as Lesser Celandine, Holly and Oak trees.

The children were excited to link what they have learnt about the Industrial Revolution—and the desperate need for clean water—to this important Leeds monument standing before them.

We also took some time to be absorbed in nature, listening to the peaceful sounds of the birds and the brook. Working in pairs, the children explored the environment to discover small things that brought them joy in the natural world.

It was a fantastic day of history, geography, and mindfulness!