Class 11 have been looking into the dangers of tooth decay. We learned that too much sugary and starch foods can cause dental cavities, which means our teeth rot. But, if we eat these in moderation, have good oral hygiene and have regular check ups with the dentist, we’re able to protect our teeth much better against tooth decay!

Class 11 were both intrigued and horrified by the digestion experiment. This was where was see what happens after food enters the mouth (the first stage of digestion) and then goes down the oesophagus to the stomach. This Experiment shows how gastric acids in the stomach turn chewed food into the mushy liquid. It then gets taken by the small intestine to the make nutrients for the body. Any remaining waste exits the large intestine and the body…

Class 11 had the task of making their own finger prints using pencils and sello-tape. They then had to decide which finger print they had, such as a loop or a whirl.

Today, Class 11 have been looking into food and their nutritional value. We looked at what the Eatwell food chart to show what is needed for a balanced diet and why. After this, we then looked at how the different nutrients, such as carbohydrates and fibre, help our body.

We then worked really well and collaboratively with the iPads, looking into the red label of a McDonald’s food order. Unfortunately, we couldn’t order them and that was lucky for us, as the amount of salts and sugars surprised some of us.

Here is a sneak peak into the work the classroom during our work.

P.S. – we apologise in advance for any conversations around the food labels, as I know some of us were already checking at lunch!

Class 11 have been learning all about food chains and that it shows how energy passes through different creatures, beginning with consumers all the way to the main predator. Class 11 showed great knowledge and came up with some fantastic food chains of their own, labelling the variety of creatures, their role and explaining how energy passes through these animals.