In Science this half term, Year 5 have been studying 'Properties and changes in materials.'
They investigated solubility and reversible changes.
They tested various substances to see if they would mix with water to form a solution. Some materials were soluble and dissolved in the water. Some materials were insoluble and separated from the water.
We left the solutions out for a couple of days in the sun and warmth. Eventually the water from the salt solution and the sugar solution evaporated. Due to the water turning from a liquid into a gas, it left behind the salt and the sugar. Therefore, these were reversible changes.
The children know four different separation techniques; filtering, sieving, magnetism and as seen in this experiment, evaporation.
Four children from Year 4 were invited to have lunch on Friday at the Bannockburn Bistro. Chosen for exhibiting lovely table manners throughout the whole week, the children enjoyed being served by Miss Espinar and Mrs Henry in the Manor Way Dining Room.
As part of International Day, Year 1 visited four different countries, which included, Australia, Spain, Peru and Ireland. When in Australia, they discussed all the things they knew about the country, including the Great Barrier Reef, the beaches, animals, aboriginal art and some famous landmarks. Their activities included creating posters on how to look after the Great Barrier Reef, completing some aboriginal artwork, making flags and postcards as well as experiencing a virtual dive.
They enjoyed collecting stickers to add to their passports throughout the day.
A Roaring Success!
As a school, we are so pleased to say that our Fun Run was a huge success! The day was full of laughter, happiness, community atmosphere and fun exercise!
In total, we raised a whopping £1550 for Cancer Research. We couldn't be prouder!
We would like to thank all that attended or donated for their generous contributions.
Below, there are a few images of the day - more images to follow!
As part of International Day, the children in Year 1 visited Miss Dadds in Spain. They discussed facts about Spain and the different types of food that are part of a Mediterranean diet. They enjoyed tasting some fresh Spanish orange juice.
The children learnt some basic flamenco dancing techniques such as:
Palmas- hand clapping
Floreo- hand gestures
Golpe- foot stamping.
They learnt a short sequence of movements.
