This term our class dived into a hands-on science unit that explored biology, physics, and chemistry through a series of fun, engaging, and highly interactive activities. The students enjoyed plenty of opportunities for discovery learning—experimenting, observing, and asking questions about the world around them.
The students know that science if all around us and Scientists observe and notice! That’s exactly what they did!
Click on the link to our SCIENCE page on our class site.
Click on this link to our Science Album
PREDICTION – What do you think will happen?
EXPLANATION – Can you talk about what is happening?
CONCLUSION – WHY did it happen?
Biology – Living Things
We began with biology, learning that biology is the study of living things. Through close observations, and outdoor exploration, they noticed the living things in our environment at different times of the day especially cicadas and Colette Bees who were nesting right next to our classroom in November.
Physics – Forces and Motion
Our physics activities focused on force and motion, helping students understand how things move and why. They experimented with pushes, pulls, friction, gravity, and speed, using everyday materials to investigate scientific ideas in a way that felt like play. From moving objects in different ways to noticing how surfaces affect motion, students were quick to make connections and share discoveries. The hands-on fun meant that everyone was deeply engaged and excited to keep experimenting.
Chemistry – Reactions and Properties
We wrapped up with chemistry, exploring reactions and the properties of different materials. Students loved seeing everyday ingredients transform right in front of them—bubbling, fizzing, changing colour, or producing surprising results!
Our science unit was a wonderful reminder that learning is all around us—and that the best way to understand the world is to get hands-on and start exploring!