Blog by Tag: Science

This week in science, Willow learnt how fossils are formed through an experiment with bread. Following this, the children demonstrated their oracy and team work skills whilst being news presenters! 

We have been busy investigating plants in our school grounds! Year 1 created their own labelled diagrams and Reception made some collage flowers. They were able to identify roots, stem, leaves and flowers.

In Science, Oak Class learned how Darwin observed variations amongst Galápagos finches. We learned that the population of the birds varied depending on the shape and size of their beaks. The children then conducted an investigation and modelled this natural selection, ensuring that the test…

Oak Class learned about the adaptations that different species have developed in order to survive in their habitats. We compared similarities and differences and noticed that some species (albeit living in contrasting environments) possess the same characteristics to aid survival! The children…

We worked in teams to collect natural materials in the playground to create some simple animal shelters. We used twigs, sticks, stones and leaves and shared our ideas for a strong structure. 

We are completing science experiments this half term with a story focus and to revise our knowledge from the year. We used our observation skills over five minutes to watch changes when The Gingerbread Man got wet! He was very soggy and had absorbed lots of water! 

Oak Class learned about inherited variation and environmental variation. The children identified similarities and variation between species and considered what can cause such differences. We also learned about Charles Darwin’s research on the Galápagos Islands and his discovery of variation…

Our question was “Do woodlice like damp or dry places?” We carefully observed them over time and our predictions were correct! The woodlice moved quickly to the damp side of the dish where the paper was wet. We linked this back to their microhabitats and where they like to live. We also found out…

We had an amazing day full of learning at Rosliston! We were nature detectives and went to a variety of different habitats around the centre looking for minibeasts! We used nets, brushes and magnifiers to spot them and record our findings. We used our senses in the herb garden and made hedgehog…

We have continued our work in everyday materials in Science and tested a range of materials for absorbency. Some great observations and discussions! Then we went outside for some hands-on water play. Fantastic collaborative learning in action! 

We have been busy this week planting seeds in our outdoor area. It was a fantastic opportunity to talk about how plants and flowers grow and what we need to do to look after them! 

This week, Willow Class became "Bird Detectives" as we dived into Lower Key Stage 2 Science. We’ve been learning how to group living things by looking at their unique features.

What We Learnt:

• Bird Basics: We identified that while all birds have feathers and lay eggs, they can look…