P5-7 Blasts Off with Sustainable Energy Workshop!
Today P5-7 embarked on an electrifying journey into the future with an interactive workshop hosted by the Glasgow Science Centre’s Learning Lab.
The morning ignited with a focus on “Powering the Future.” Students delved into the science behind transitioning from unsustainable fuel sources to cleaner alternatives. Through a series of engaging experiments, the class actively participated in the exploration. Highlights included simulating a nuclear reaction, racing solar cars powered by battery-operated torches, and—a firm favourite—winding a crankshaft to separate hydrogen molecules and witness an explosive launch worthy of a real rocket!
The afternoon session transformed into a collaborative playground of innovation. Working in small groups, students tackled a series of interactive challenges: virtually drilling for oil, constructing the most effective wind turbine, and engaging in a spirited competition to see who could generate the most energy for a battery by cranking a shaft for both speed and power.
The entire P5-7 cohort left the workshop buzzing with excitement and newfound knowledge about sustainable energy. It was a learning experience that was undeniably—and most importantly—fun!
- UNCRC 17 – Children have the right to information (The workshop provided children with access to information about sustainable energy sources)
- UNCRC 28 – Children have a right to an education (The workshop provided an opportunity for children to learn about science and explore new concepts related to sustainable energy)
- UNCRC 29 – Children have the right to aims of education (The workshop aimed to develop the child’s personality, talents, and mental and physical abilities to their fullest potential. Learning about sustainable energy fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of the environment)
- SHANARRI – Achieving, Respected, Responsible, Inclusive
- SDG – Goal 7 Affordable and Clean Energy / Goal 12 Responsible Consumption and Production / Goal 13 Climate Action
