Today was another productive day for me. It was the 9th day of our Science training. I am really enjoying all our activities. How much more when our pupils are the ones doing them?
For today, we have discussed about heat and sound energy. We have cleared some misconceptions and dig deeper to every concept that we are supposed to teach with our Grade Four learners. Science is really fun. ❤❤
So, let me just share to you something I have only realized today that I can actually do with my own pupils instead of just telling them everything or just letting them see pictures and videos. This lesson was all about one transfer of heat which is what we call as CONVECTION.
Convection is the heat transfer due to bulk movement of molecules within fluids such as gases and liquids.
One example of which is HOW HOT AIR BALLOON FLOATS IN AIR.
What you need:
candles
matches
plastic bag
See video below:
See photos:
I have let my own kids watched the video and I was glad to see how amazed they were to see the plastic bag moved up in the air. Now they know how hot air balloons float even if they are only in Grades 1 and Grade 2.
We know children are naturally born to be inquisitive. They are so curious with all the things around them. With this simple experiment, you can actually answer your own kid by showing them how. That is, if they would like to know about hit air balloons.
For teachers like me, this is a good experiment in teaching CONVECTION.
Everyday, I am learning new things, unlearning misconceptions and relearning those concepts which I have already forgotten.
I hope you have also learned something.
That would be all for today.
