This week in Science Club, the students took part in a variety of practical Science experiments to test their skills on listening, following instructions, and general Science knowledge from their lessons. These enrichment opportunities, made possible through support from Wickersley Partnership Trust, help enhance students’ learning experiences beyond the classroom.
There were four different tasks:
- Dyeing White Carnations
Building on their knowledge from the previous week’s celery science experiment, students carefully cut the stem of a white carnation at an angle and placed it in a small beaker of food colouring. Over time, they observed how the coloured water travelled up the stem through the xylem, eventually tinting the petals of the white flower – a great visual demonstration of how plants transport water.
- Fireworks in a Glass
Students filled a jar with warm water, then mixed four tablespoons of oil with a food colouring of their choice in a small beaker. Once mixed, the colourful oil mixture was gently poured into the jar of water. The students watched in amazement as the food colouring dispersed through the water in beautiful, firework-like patterns.
- Homemade Ice Cream Experiment
Students had the chance to make their own ice cream using a fun science method. They filled a large ziplock bag with ice and several tablespoons of salt, then placed a smaller ziplock bag filled with flavoured milkshake inside it. After shaking the bags together, the reaction between the ice and salt caused the milkshake to freeze into ice cream – which students then took home in a bag or enjoyed from a small ice cream carton.
- Breakfast Smoothie Making
To finish the session, students created their own healthy breakfast smoothies. Using a mix of frozen and fresh fruit, cereal, and fruit juice, they blended everything together to make a delicious and refreshing drink – perfect for a warm day! Each student was able to take their smoothie with them to enjoy on the go.
Everyone did such a fantastic job, well done!
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