Simple Machines
How can we create a working machine? Our young scientists explored this question then applied what they learned to build they own catapult and cardboard car.
Experimenting with Gravity
Our morning started with a discussion about gravity, what it is, how it works, and what would happen if there was no gravity on Earth. We then conducted an experiment to see how items fall. We concluded that items falling from the same height land at the same time, regardless of size or weight. We then explored parachute toys and figured out how they work (and how they didn't work).
During snack, we began to brainstorm how to build our own parachutes. The challenge was to create a parachute that could be dropped from a 7-ft height without cracking the egg attached to it. After trying out the parachutes and troubleshooting as needed, all our young scientists successfully created a parachute that (a) slowed down the descent of the egg, (b) kept the egg inside the cup, and (c) kept the egg completely intact. Our young scientists were provided with the tools and support necessary to apply innovation, engineering, and critical thinking skills to their unique creation.
During snack, we began to brainstorm how to build our own parachutes. The challenge was to create a parachute that could be dropped from a 7-ft height without cracking the egg attached to it. After trying out the parachutes and troubleshooting as needed, all our young scientists successfully created a parachute that (a) slowed down the descent of the egg, (b) kept the egg inside the cup, and (c) kept the egg completely intact. Our young scientists were provided with the tools and support necessary to apply innovation, engineering, and critical thinking skills to their unique creation.
Kiddie Science is coming to LARK!
Science at LARK begins on November 12th! Sessions are available for the Little Scientists, age 2-3, and for the Young Scientists, age 3-7. You can sign up for one, two, or all sessions.
LARK is located at 1007 Church Avenue and is accessible via public transport.
Science for 2's and 3's "Little Scientists"
Thursdays, 10am-10:45am
November 14th: "Slimology"
November 21st: Dinosaurs
December 5th: Simple Chemistry
December 12th: Wild & Wacky Liquids
Science for 3-7 yr olds "Young Scientists"
LARK is located at 1007 Church Avenue and is accessible via public transport.
Science for 2's and 3's "Little Scientists"
November 14th: "Slimology"
November 21st: Dinosaurs
December 5th: Simple Chemistry
December 12th: Wild & Wacky Liquids
Science for 3-7 yr olds "Young Scientists"
Tuesdays, 4pm-5pm
November 12th: Liquid Science
November 26th: All About Me
December 10th: Dinosaur Discoverers
December 17th: "Slimology"
November 12th: Liquid Science
November 26th: All About Me
December 10th: Dinosaur Discoverers
December 17th: "Slimology"
Space is limited and will be on a first come, first served basis. To register, visit our website at http://www.kiddiescience.
Light & Sound
We had a great morning exploring light and sound at Science Saturdays! We began our exploration with some optical illusions, which the young scientists found to be quite fun. After learning a bit about how white light isn't actually white, we explored refraction via the use of prisms, CDs, and refraction glasses. It was quite fun to create rainbows throughout the classroom.
During our study of sound, we explored various ways to amplify sound via the use of balloons and cups. We created different sounds with straws and then we were able to see vibrations via the use of rubber bands. We learned that by placing our fingers along different places on the rubber bands, we were able to create new sounds.
During our study of sound, we explored various ways to amplify sound via the use of balloons and cups. We created different sounds with straws and then we were able to see vibrations via the use of rubber bands. We learned that by placing our fingers along different places on the rubber bands, we were able to create new sounds.
Nature Science
We had a wonderful time learning about Nature Science this morning! Our young scientists were able to explore solar energy through the use of some solar toys and by creating sun prints. We discussed the water cycle and the fact that all the rain on Earth is recycled time and time again. Its just one of many things that makes our planet unique. We also explored the tornado-in-a-bottle, which the young scientists had a lot of fun with.
We created terrariums to help observe the water cycle in an enclosed system. As the sun heats up the terrarium, the water will start to evaporate and condense along the side of the cup and the bag. Once enough water accumulates, it will become heavy and will ultimately fall back down into the cup. This is a simple example of how clouds work.
We created terrariums to help observe the water cycle in an enclosed system. As the sun heats up the terrarium, the water will start to evaporate and condense along the side of the cup and the bag. Once enough water accumulates, it will become heavy and will ultimately fall back down into the cup. This is a simple example of how clouds work.
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