 Yaumati Catholic Primary School
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 2010 Summer Science Odyssey Primary 2-3 (7-9 years old)
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5 days
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Jul 12-16
11:15-12:45
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From Atoms to Chemistry (Chemistry)
Can you change the colors of apples and pennies? Test Vitamin E as an antioxidant and learn how to detect dispersions. Turn into an atom “hunter” to find out how these particles contribute to chemical reactions. It’s a real chemistry brainteaser.
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5 days
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Jul 19-23
11:15-12:45 |
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Journey into Our Bodies (Life Science & Human Biology)
Did you know that each square centimeter of human skin consists of almost a meter of blood vessels? Find out how the four “rooms” of your heart help your cells “breathe” oxygen. Get to know our largest organ and peer into our digestive system. Let’s dissect...and dissect...and dissect…
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5 days
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Jul 26-30
11:15-12:45 |
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It's Only Physics! (Physics)
Get ready to be shocked by the most ingenious creations in the universe! Conduct experiments to research the properties of light and the magic of electricity. Experiment with hydro power and hydraulic forces. Science Workshop will lead you through this extravaganza!
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5 days
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Aug 2-6
11:15-12:45 |
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Constructor Workshop (Design & Technology)
Can you build a 12-gram balsa wood structure that can hold a 100-kilogram dumbbell? That’s what your challenge will be! Design and construct towers with spaghetti, paper clips and index cards. Study about forces and the balance of power. Is your structure the sturdiest?
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Topic Overviews will be sent home with your children at the beginning of the topic. For a pdf version, please email us with your child's name, program, level and location of class. Thank you. |
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