The K Club, June Bank Holiday Weekend, Ecology Science & The Natural World, 4th,5th 6th June, 9am-1pm

During this 3 day June Bank Holiday Weekend Science Camp children will explore a range of educational outdoor ecology science topics;

4th June

Soil Erosion and Muddy Worms

The aim of this session is to illustrate the process of soil erosion. Children gain an understanding

of the implications of soil erosion in its surrounding ecosystem. Identify how the presence of

residue on soil & the growth of crops can prevent soil erosion.

 

Our ‘Junior Einsteins’ learn that Earthworms are good. Children learn that worms eat up organic matter and leave droppings that help plants grow better. They come to understand that worms create water and air channels for plant roots to grow quickly.

 

‘Junior Einsteins’ explore facts about soil , complete several experiments and create their own wormery to take home.

5th June

Bug Hunt & Blossoming Beans

While guided, children will explore the vast range of insects up close and learn interesting facts about the insects they find and their anatomy. This is a fun, outdoor social activity which sparks their interest in science.

 

Through observation and manipulation, children will discover what is inside a seed and how it relates to a grown plant. Children will be able to identify different parts of a plant and define their functions. Students will understand the importance that plants play in our everyday lives. Children will familiarise themselves with germination and will be able to successfully grow their own take-home plant from seeds.

6th June

Wildflower Seed-Bombs & Frog Lifecycle

The aim of this session is to highlight the importance of wildflowers in an ecosystem’s

biodiversity. Bees, birds & butterflies are identified as pollinators of wildflowers.

Children will gain an understanding of the relationship between natural pollination & food production. How can we attract more pollinators to our gardens & ecosystems? Let’s make a wildflower seed-bomb to plant in our school garden.

Through hands-on activities, children will learn about the life cycle of frogs and frog anatomy.