Watch Out for Aliens!
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Write a news report about the events that led to this sign being placed here. Include some quotes from witnesses, what did they see? How did people feel about what happened?
- How long has this sign been here?
- Why was it placed here?
- Who put it up?
- What are the buildings in the background?
- Where does the road go?
- Make a list of stories that feature aliens. How are aliens described in the text? Why do you think that is?
- Another word for alien is “extraterrestrial”. What does the prefix “extra” mean? Make a list of other words with the “extra” prefix.
- Design your own road sign.
- Find out why road signs are different shapes and what the different shapes mean. This webpage from the Design Museum is a good starting point for British road signs.
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