1 What did the Vikings wear on their heads in battle?
2 What did they wear to protect their bodies in battle?
3 What was the name of the Vikings' favourite weapon?
4 Name three other weapons mentioned in chapter 1
5 What do you think a throwing spear was like?
Draw...!
Draw a picture of a Viking helmet
Fact File
Vikings had shields, swords, battle-axes.
On their heads they wore helmets - with an iron nose-piece to protect the front of the face. For ceremonies they wore great horns on top of the helmets.
Some Vikings wore 'coats of mail' - rather like a coat knitted from metal string. These were very heavy and awkward to wear, but they could save a life.
Explore...!
Go with a parent or your class to The Viking Experience in Christchurch in Dublin.
Try to draw some pieces of Viking armour.
Make a cardboard model of a helmet.
Imagine......!
Write a description of a battle between the Vikings and the Irish. Who is going to win - and how?
Describe the training of a boy in a Viking settlement. He has to learn to fight. How will he practise? Write down some exercises for him to do everyday.
