Today we had a full morning visit from Scientist Fiona and her friend Sally. Our program was titled "I Can be a Scientist". We became working scientists in our classroom lab. We experienced the interesting things that meteorologists, astronomers, palaeontologists and chemists do every day. We discovered that science is FUN and anyone can be a scientist. Thanks to our helper Moms for coming in to lead stations. Here's a little photo recap of the morning's events. Ask your little scientists which job they liked the best and why and let them retell what they did at each station.
Meteorologist
The students tested temperature and learned about precipitation. They made it rain in the classroom!
The students learned about the stars, space and constellations. They used flashlights in the tent to make the big dipper appear.
Chemist
The students mixed substances and learned about solutions and things that dissolve and things that don't. They looked like professionals with lab coats and safety glasses. Ask you child what happened when they added vinegar to the baking soda.
Marine Biologist
The students measured fish, made fish prints and examined shells and dead (preserved) ocean creatures like crayfish and squid.
Paleontologist
The students made fossils using plaster of paris and uncovered dinosaur bones using the tools of the trade.
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