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Thinking like a scientist with an eye for fashion
Room 1 has been learning to think like scientists, testing the properties of different materials to identify them and observe how they act. Students w…
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As Easy As Turning On The Lights
Room 8's inquiry focused on electricity, examining both how it reaches the power outlets in our classrooms and homes and its positive impact on human …
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Discovering Conductivity with Microbits
The class have been diving into the world of digital technology and science, starting with the basics of circuits and then extending our learning into…
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Exploring the Evolution of Technology: A Journey for Parents
Room 11 embarked on a journey through time, exploring the evolution of technology. From the early days of electricity to today's sleek gadgets, the st…
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Microscopic Magic! Unlocking the secrets of Fabric
The ability to observe and analyse surroundings is a critical skill for students. An exciting way to develop this skill has been through the explorati…
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Silver fern art
Did you know silver is found only on the undersides of mature ponga fronds?
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Mānuka and Kānuka Healing
New Zealand’s native plants have been used for centuries for their medicinal purposes. Room 3 inquired into how they could use locally sourced plants …
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Leaving a Positive Footprint
Room 13 students discussed how they could leave a positive ‘footprint’ around Wairakei Primary. A footprint meaning leaving some kind of impression or…
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Budding Room 14 Plant Scientists
Students planted bean seeds in pots. With their scientists ‘hats’ on they predicted what might happen by drawing their seed and predicted how it would…
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Where Curiosity Ignites
Curiosity is sparking as they question, explore, and keenly observe the wonders of the world. From delving into the mysteries of fossil formation to p…
