The girls’ interest in science peaked this week with some exciting experiments as part of National Science Week.

During the week, the girls engaged in several interesting experiments and transformed into little scientists.

The Mamie girls were deeply engaged in the re-enactment of the story ‘Who Sank the Boat?’ exploring the concept of floating and sinking in the outdoor water troughs. They then followed the steps of the experiments to create Magic Milk, Walking Water and Rubber Eggs.

Each investigation required the girls to record the steps and materials, make predictions, answer questions, and draw conclusions. Experiments are an exciting part of science and will inspire the girls to continue to create their own investigations through play.

In the Annie House, the girls built on their previous experiences with water and also explored the concept of floating and sinking, but extended the concept by adding salt to increase the density of the solution. This enabled some objects to float where previously they had sunk.

At the end of the week, the girls carefully observed and participated in the process of making jelly, noticing the crystals dissolving and how the jelly sets.

The girls also continued their learning about sustainability by being waste warriors; carefully sorting their waste, creating beeswax wraps, and writing letters to Earth about how they can continue to care for our world. This learning will continue in the weeks ahead and the waste warrior initiative is already considerably reducing our waste going to landfill.

Our ELC also celebrated Book Week this week. We look forward to telling you all about the costumes and activities in the next edition.