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2009-2010 Sciencesploration® Level 2 (5-7 years old) |
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Term One |
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Topic 1
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Secrets of Sounds (Physics)
Can a tuning fork ripple the surface of water without touching it? Manipulate a variety of objects to produce sound and identify ways in which sounds differ. Explore how sounds travel through both air and solid. Jive to some good vibrations!
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Chemical Concoctions (Chemistry)
Did you know that you can see oxygen? Synthesize substances and manufacture elastic materials. Venture into the various functions of combining compounds. Experiment with evaporation and effervescence. Can you “measure” molecules?
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Term Two (6 classes) Tuesday 3:45pm - 4:45pm |
Rm: TBA |
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Topic 1
3 classes
(Jan 12,
Jan 19,
Jan 26)
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Wheelie Wheelers (Physics)
Why do things not fall up instead of down? Discover the strength of forces and how they push and pull. Find out what would happen if you lived in a world without friction. Investigate vehicles with wheels and rollers. Construct a racetrack, build a go-cart and race your way to fame!
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Topic 2
3 classes
(Feb 2,
Feb 9,
Feb 23)
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Space Odyssey (Space Science)
Hey, what’s in the world up there? Examine our solar system planets in motion. Investigate the Sun’s effect on atmospheric temperature. Find out why Venus is so hot and why Mercury does not cause an eclipse. Build a space shuttle to travel in space. Be an intrigued stargazer!
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Term Three |
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Topic 1
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Buzzing a Hive (Life Science)
Have you ever wondered what goes on inside a honeybee hive? Find out why and how bees dance. Discover real pollen and nectar in flowers and learn to make beebread. Examine and taste real honeycomb and role-play bee jobs. Find out how busy bees really bee-have?
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Machines Unlimited (Physics)
Did you know that ancient Egyptians used simple machines to build those huge pyramids? Figure out how to control forces and achieve tasks more easily. What is the effectiveness of each machine? Use the force, extreme team! |
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Term Four |
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Topic 1
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Animal Babies (Life Science)
Did you know that the daddy emperor penguin keeps the egg warm on its feet? Visit the emperor penguins’ home of ice and water to investigate what they eat and how they care for their young. Take a closer look at the elephant family to learn about body structures, family life, and social behavior. How can we help animal babies survive? |
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Topic 2
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The Moving Earth (Earth Science)
Whose fault is an earthquake? Unravel the secrets behind earth movements and formations. “Cook” conglomerate rocks and explore what’s under your feet. Find out which soil mixture is the “tastiest” for plants. Can you tell the story of life from the beginning of the world? Explore the earth for the answers. What makes a volcano erupt anyway? |
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