Tonight the pupils learnt about chain reactions and the concept behind Rube Goldberg machines. The idea came from cartoonist Rube Goldberg who drew and designed complicated, comical ways of achieving everyday tasks. We watched some examples on Youtube which fascinated the children then they were let loose in the hall with a range of pipes, tubes and bottles and some dominoes. Their task was to transport a table tennis ball along a series of obstacles with the aim of knocking something over at the end of it. In small teams they set to it and they worked really enthusiastically and co-operatively ensuring all members of their team were engaged. They really did come up with some innovative designs and I am glad that I left the judging to the STEM ambassadors! Lara, Georgina and Freddie were on hand to support each team and give positive feedback to both teams before picking their winning team by a 2-1 majority.
Look out for a message on this week’s newsletter from the STEM ambassadors as they need your help!
