Years 5 & 6 took part in workshops with Hands On Science on Thursday 11th November.
Year 5 had a fantastic time learning all about the Chemistry behind fireworks from Joe the Scientist. He explained the periodic table to us before inviting children up to try their hand at making their own sparklers and (mini!) explosions. We loved seeing the different colours that the elements made when placed in the Bunsen burner and learned a lot about the properties of different chemicals.
Joe from Hands On Science blew the Year 6 minds wide open. Hawk and Eagle spent the morning dissecting hearts; utilising all their knowledge from our learning from last half term. There really is nothing like a practical experience to embed understanding and, although it was challenging on the stomach, we all participated with a smile and impressed Joe with our knowledge!