Edinburgh Experience Posted In : I’m Thinking of the Future 0 : comment Aims To help children understand the wider world that exists outside of their community To experience different modes of transport To help children gain an understanding of distance, travel and transport To familiarise children with Scotland as part of the UK To familiarise children with Edinburgh so that they are able to relate to it in the national news and as the capital city of Scotland To compare and contrast life in Edinburgh and Hull by observing life in both cities To experience how a museum can bring a subject to life Pre-visit to school Explanation about the visit and itinerary for the two daysDiscussion about safety, rules and behaviour to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable for everyone Informs children what to look out for during the visit and answer any questions[/list-item] The Experience A visit to Dynamic Earth Experience views of Edinburgh at Camera Obscura Enjoy an evening meal at Pizza Hut Set up camp for the night in St Columba’s refurbished church hall with views of EdinburghEnjoy a walking tour of the sights of EdinburghStep back in time with a visit to Edinburgh Castle Post-visit to school View photographs from the experience Discuss memories and reflect upon what the children have learned Link knowledge with future life choices and aspirations