Recently the Sunshine Class was transformed into a laboratory to mark Science Week. The children tried many different experiments. They were a great success. Continue reading
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Science Week in 2nd class
Cluck, cluck!
As part of Science Week 2020, 2nd class studied sound vibrations by using the following materials: a paper clip, some twine, a paper cup and a damp paper towel.
Science Week in 5th and 6th class
Walking on Air
When an individual puts his/her whole weight on one balloon, all of the pressure from that individual is concentrated on one small area of the balloon, which results in the balloon bursting.
When an individual’s weight is distributed over several balloons, the balloons do not burst because the pressure is spread over a large area. As a result, each balloon only supports a small fraction of the weight.
Tree Day 2018
Today, October 4th, is Tree Day 2018.
The Sunshine class went for a walk to the Phoenix Park where we looked at some trees and noticed their different leaves and bark.
We saw that lots of the leaves have changed colour and fallen off the trees. We collected some leaves to bring back to school.
We also saw a family of swans going for a walk!
Science Experiment – Copper Caper
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In Senior Infants we did a science experiement called Copper Caper where we used vinegar and salt to clean dirty copper coins. We poured a quarter of a cup of vinegar into a plastic tub and added a teaspoon of … Continue reading