Yellow Class are learning about Explorers in History this half-term and have enjoyed comparing the lives and achievements of explorers from different periods in history. This has included learning about Felicity Aston MBE who became the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica in 2012. As part of this work, the children thought of some questions for Felicity and today we were excited to receive this reply.

‘Hello from Antarctica where I am currently on a ship sailing along the Antarctic Peninsula.
What is the coldest temperature that you have been outside in? 
-59C at the ‘pole of cold’ which is the coldest inhabited place in the world. It is in NE Siberia
What do you miss about home when you are away? 
Apart from friends and family, I miss hot showers and certain foods. I usually plan what my first 24hours of meals will be!
Are there any explorers from the past that you admire? 
Yes, I wrote a book that included many of them including Guðríður, Amelia Earhart, Neil Armstrong and even Agatha Christie (did you know she was an explorer?!)
What is the most interesting animal you have seen? 
All wildlife is awe-inspiring when you see it in the wild but some of my favourites are walrus and Orca. I’ve never seen a narwhal but would love to some day.
What do you most enjoy about going on expeditions? 
The people I travel with.
Is there a place that you haven’t been to yet that you would love to visit?
Lots! There is so much in our world to explore, discover and understand!

Best Wishes, Yellow Class!
Felicity ‘

PS Here is a picture of some whales I saw today in Antarctica….