Science

Year 3&4 

Students engaged in hands-on learning by using thermometers to measure the temperatures of jars filled with cold, room temperature, and hot water, enhancing their understanding of how temperature is measured.  

Students studied kinetic, chemical, and electrical heat sources, sorting examples such as moving objects for kinetic energy, burning wood for chemical energy, and a hair dryer for electrical energy. They observed an exothermic reaction between vinegar and steel wool, and then investigated various materials to determine which one is the best conductor of kinetic heat.

Year 5&6 

Students learned that light is essential for seeing objects, as it allows out eyes to perceive the world. They also investigated how light travels in straight lines by using torches and cardboard cards to observe the path of light, demonstrating the concept through hands-on experimentation.

Students started their investigation into the question ‘What happens to the height of the shadow when we change the distance from the torch to the glue stick?’ to explore shadows and demonstrate their science inquiry skills.