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First, draw around the bowl to create a small circle in the centre of


the card. Then attach a pencil to the string and pin the other end to the middle of the circle. Use this to draw a bigger circle that’s the size of the shield you’re making.


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Cut out the big circle, then draw a bold design on the


front of the shield using a pencil. Next, carefully paint your design and wait for it to dry.


British Archaeology on 13–28 July by making your own cool Viking shield!


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To make the shield’s central ‘boss’ (the middle bit that


protected the Viking’s hand), turn your paper bowl upside down. Scrunch up the newspaper into a ball, squash it down a bit, and then fix it on top with masking tape.


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Now, spread the PVA glue over the top of the


bowl and cover it with tin foil, making sure it’s tightly stuck down. Glue the boss securely to the centre of your shield.


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Finally, tape two strips of cardboard onto the back of the shield, then stick another strip across them, folding it to make the handle. Your shield is now ready for battle!


Q What do you get if you cross a cheetah with a kangaroo? A A spotty jumper!


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l Pencil l Card l String l Scissors l Paint l Three strips of cardboard l Paintbrush l Newspaper l Paper party bowl l Masking Tape l PVA glue l Tin foil l Drawing pin


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