2007 - Terry Mills

	*The Breakspear Archives*
9 October 2007 ~ Terry Mills visits

Terry Mills, the educational zoologist, has been visiting us at Breakspear for over fifteen years. Each time he comes he brings four 'friends' and talks about them. These are extraordinary occasions for Mr. Mills has a way of talking that make the whole experience fascinating. He uses all the scientific language in a way that enables all to understand - and many children display a range of knowledge and keen interest. Perhaps one of them will be a future zoologist and open this fascinating world to children of the future.
The first 'friend' was a scorpion, an Imperial Scorpion. However, this was not a friend to get too close to!



The toad was friend number two. What wonderful eyes!


And who is this little friend held firmly so she doesn't fly away? Why a quail; certainly not destined for lunch - nor is one of her eggs!



Finally a rabbit. A fairly recent immigrant to the British Isle, probably having come with William the Conqueror and his friends. This one certainly was for stroking - and thoroughly enjoyed it.




Unfortunately this was to be Mr. Mills last visit, since he is retiring. So we were all very lucky that he was able to come to us for one last time. Thank you Mr. Mills for all the wonderful visits you have paid to Breakspear Junior School.