Connections Centre

Specialist Feature News- Science

Selamat Pagi,

 

This year, Steph Muratovic will be teaching 1/2 and 5/6 Science and Kate Molloy/ Jess Hirvonen will be teaching Foundation and 3/4 Science. We are delighted to be up and running in our brand new space. Please feel free to pop your head in and check it out!

 

Below is an overview of what topics will be covered for the year - 

Years Foundation - Year 2 

 Foundation1/2

Term One

Physical Science/ Biological Science

Human Body

My Senses

Forces

Push & Pull, Magnetic Forces & Making Machines

Term Two

Earth Science

Weather

Weather in Our World

Day and Night

Weather

Time and Timezones & Seasonal Changes

Term Three

Physical and Chemical Science

Materials & Forces

Materials and their purposes

Applying Force

 

Materials 

Changes in everyday materials

Construction Materials 

Term Four

Biological Science

Survival

How do plants grow?

Life Cycle

Animal Needs

Exploring basic needs of animals

 Years 3-6

 3/45/6

Term One

Physical Science

Forces 

Types of forces & force inventions 

Energy

Circuits, Switch boards and renewable energy sources

Term Two

Earth Science

Earth's Surfaces

Exploring Geology

Natural Disasters 

Types of natural disasters

Effects of natural disasters 

Term Three

Physical and Chemical Science

Materials 

Investigating properties of natural and man made materials 

Materials

States of matter (solid, liquid & gases) 

Term Four

Biological Science

Observable Features

Classifying animals based on their features

Adaptations

Animal adaptations & effects on survival  

Here are is some student learning from this week:

Donation Request: Used paper-towel rolls for our upcoming 1/2 marble run design project would be greatly appreciated!

 

Terima kasih!

Bu Yana - Indonesian                Sam - Visual Art

Sarah- Performing Arts            Steph & Kate - Science

Eryn - Physical Education

 

Specialist Awards:

SCIENCE

Junior - Hamish T (1/2K)

For demonstrating responsibility and kindness in Science as we begin our unit on Forces. 

 

Senior - Kitraa S (5/6S)

For your outstanding enthusiasm and curiosity in Science as we investigate electrical circuitry in torches.  Keep up the great work!

 

INDONESIAN

Junior - Daniel F (1/2K)

For demonstrating leadership and love of learning in our Indonesian animal Unit. Terima Kasih Dan!

 

Senior - Kiaan L (3/4A)

For demonstrating curiosity and bravery when learning Indonesian tongue twisters! Bagus sekali!

 

VISUAL ARTS

Junior - Leila K (1/2S)

For demonstrating creativity when making your very own dot drawing of a hungry frog after reading the book The Dot! 

 

Senior - Claire G (3/4W)

For your enthusiasm and creativity when drawing your heart shaped frame and flower dot drawing after reading the book The Dot!

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Junior - Zakia F (1/2E)

For being a positive role model and demonstrating leadership skills during sports.

 

Senior - Hailey C (5/6S)

For showing great skill and enthusiasm during running drills in sport.

 

PERFORMING ARTS 

Junior - Maisie P (1/2CS) 

For demonstrating a love of learning and positive attitude when learning the first Seussical JR song.

 

Senior - Ram P (5/6E)

For showing great enthusiasm and curiosity when starting Seussical JR practice.