Do taller trees have wider trunks?
We were inspired by “The Oak Tree” by Julia Donaldson to continue to investigate seasonal changes and our outdoor environment. We looked at the life cycle of an oak tree to find out how they grow. Then we measured the trunks of trees in our playground with string and looked for…
Parts of a plant we can eat
To complete our Science topic, we looked at the parts of a plant we can eat.
Darwin’s natural selection
In Science this week, Class Three modelled Darwin’s natural selection. After studying how Darwin explored variation in finches across the Galápagos Islands, the children considered how and why beak shape may affect how much food is eaten (consequently affecting population size). We worked in…
Animal adaptations
In Science this week, the children learned about how animals are adapted to their habitats. The children considered why these adaptations are necessary for survival.
Science - Seed Experiments
In Science, we are carrying out some experiments about the conditions seeds need to grow. Our beans are beginning to grow and we are closely observing the changes!
Trip to Rosliston
Class 2 trip to Rosliston exploring different habitats.
Science - Bulb Brightness
In Science this week, Class Three explored the enquiry question, ‘How does the number of bulbs in a circuit affect bulb brightness?’ The children learned the meaning of our vocabulary focus, ‘resistance’ and carried out an investigation using a light meter to explore how the number of components…
Science - Testing Sound Travel
For Science we tested how well sound travels through different mediums. The children discovered how well sound travels through solids using our string cup phones.
Science - Electrical Circuits
In Science, Class Three predicted and presented results for electrical circuits. We considered why using a wire is recommended despite other materials being electrical conductors. The children reflected on their knowledge of electrical insulators. We worked scientifically by drawing circuit…
Science - Concept of Time
In Science, Class Three devised and calibrated a sundial when learning about the concept of time. The children worked in partners and used the location of true North to observe where shadows were cast behind the gnomon before annotating sunrise, midday and sunset.
Investigating our sense of smell
Investigating our sense of smell! Class 1 had 6 mystery items to identify. Most were able to sniff out the chocolate, some were more tricky!
Investigating our sense of taste
In Science today we investigated our sense of taste. We tried sweet, salty, bitter and sour foods. Some interesting reactions to tasting lemon!