Year 5/6 Science Club – Friction

Over the last 3 weeks we have been investigating friction. We started by looking at how far toy cars moved on different surfaces. We looked for similarities and differences between the surfaces. We found that rough bumpy surfaces had more friction than smooth shiny ones. We used what we found to create our own surface to try and slow down a ball.

This week, we tested our surfaces to see which slowed the ball down quickest. We predicted which surface would be the best, created a results table and then found the average distance.

NSPCC ‘The Kindness Challenge’

Next week, we will be taking part in a week full of activities linking to Kindness. This is part of the NSPCC fundraising and awareness week.

We will be taking part in lots of fun activities during Crew each day and there will be lots of opportunities for children to complete Kindness Challenges at home too.

Next Friday, to raise money for the NSPCC, we will be holding a Non-Uniform Day for donations of £1.

Apply for a Blue Peter Book Badge!

Blue Peter are offering the chance for you to apply for a Book Badge which has been designed by Quentin Blake! What an exciting opportunity!

More information can be found on their webpage:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/findoutmore/blue-peter-apply-for-a-book-badge

A copy of the form that you needs to be completed can also be found below for you to print.

Please let us know if you apply for one!

Macmillan Coffee Morning Friday 29th September

Come and join us between 8:30 and 9:30 on Friday 29th September to raise money for Macmillan.

If you would like to donate any buns, cakes or cookies, please bring them to the office.

We look forward to seeing you.