Learning About Rome with Arturo: The Testudo Formation and a Water Balloon Activity

 History class took a fun twist when Arturo introduced a creative way to learn about Ancient Rome. Instead of just reading about the famous Testudo Formation, he helped us to bring i umbrellas and water balloons.

The Testudo, or tortoise formation, was a Roman military tactic where soldiers stood close together, holding shields in front and above to protect the group like a shell. Arturo explained this and organized an activity where students used umbrellas to mimic the formation. Some held them on top, others in front, just like Roman soldiers. Then, other students acted as enemies, throwing water balloons to test their defense.

As the battle began, the students quickly learned that the only way to stay dry was to work together. If one person moved out of place, the formation failed and the group got soaked. But when everyone cooperated, the tortoise formation worked even with umbrellas!

The activity was full of laughter, learning, and splashes, but most importantly, it taught the class about teamwork, trust, and how Roman strategies worked in real life. Thanks to Arturo’s fun idea, history became a hands-on adventure no one will forget.

In conclusion learning with Arturo was the best thing that happen to me through out the high school experience and i will never forget that amazing memory. The best part that in the end we were all wet because after the tortoise formation we did a water balloon war and it was so much fun.

Kevin 4B