Students at St. Augustine Catholic School got some hands-on scientific learning last week during visits from scientists with the Telus World of Science.
The program is called Science in Motion and is meant to give young students a chance to enjoy some fun aspects of scientific learning, explained Grade 2 teacher Marion Dick.
“They gear their programming around the science curriculum,” explained Dick.
She says the Science in Motion program gears its training based on the age group of students and what they are working on in school. Dick suggests the program is a great way for students to hear the same teaching but from a different source.
“They just bring a different perspective,” said Dick.
Scientists are trained in presentations for small or large groups. Dick says they planned for smaller classes to give kids more chance to learn. Some of the fun lessons included understanding magnets, working with reflections and even working with liquid nitrogen to make pop. “Last year, we made ice cream,” she said.
Dick says she plans on bringing the program back to the school next year.