Science experiments in Birch

We tested out flour, salt, sugar and coffee to predict which one dissolved to make a solution. We had a graph where we put the predictions in and then using a thermometer we used the same temperature water to learn the importance of a fair test. We applied our findings from the experiment and we…

Coordinates

Today in Maths, we recapped our knowledge on coordinates. We all took part in following instructions using terminology such as, ‘Can you do a half turn, clockwise?’.  The children identified their left and right and how we can use our hands and jumpers to identify the correct position. We then went through a PowerPoint helping…

Cubism

Birch was introduced to Picasso, the Cubist artist that uses geometric shapes. The children were asked to recreate his style. The children got given a portrait of themselves and their peers and had the chance to style their pictures in the way that Picasso did. It was great seeing the children’s creativity come out and…

Pop Art Fun!

In our Art lesson we were shown how photos can be changed using Pop Art. The children were given a display of themselves and used oil pastels to create their own designs. The children had inspiration from AndyWarhol and others. It was great to see how creative the children became! Well doneChildren!

Debate in English!

Today in English we split the class into two groups to have a debate. One side of the classroom were arguing for reindeers to continue to drive Santa’s slay, the other half were arguing for elves to drive his slay. It was fantastic to see the children engage in discussion and we had some brilliant…

Physical and Human Geography

In our Topic lesson we looked at the difference between physical and human geography in Italy by using research in groups using our laptops. We got divided into out own little group and then we researched what each different geography was within the country Italy. We really enjoyed working as a team and finding out…

In Science we investigated how electrical conductors and insulators work. We were demonstrated how they work and then we had time to have a go on our own! We were so thrilled to be able to create our very own circuit!

Science Investigation for Birch

For our Science lesson this week we investigate Thermal indicators and Thermal conductors. We did this by experimenting with hot chocolate in 4 different cups that were made out of different materials. We predicted what we thought was going to be the best option. It was super impressive to see how engaged and interested all…