A focus on science was the key to a day of learning at Holmesdale Community Infant School in Reigate on 5th February. Year 1 pupils explored movement through push and pull forces and how these work in everyday life, but particularly related to different playground equipment. The children made roundabouts, swings and slides to illustrate how forces make objects move. Year 2 investigated gravity, looking at how objects are pulled to earth, and then how to slow down objects through air resistance. They made parachutes for an Egg Drop Challenge, in which they experimented dropping an raw egg in their hand-made carriers to see if the egg would remain intact. Some 200 children participated in the day with the outcome that they all enjoyed it and want to do more science.
A teacher commented,
“The children had a wonderful time and were very engaged. I was impressed with some of their comments, observations and predictions.”
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