Designing and building our boats

We were learning how to create boats using a design brief and we worked in groups. First we thought about it, discussed it and drew a plan on paper and wrote down what materials would be best to use.

 

We needed to make sure that it would float, stay strong and be waterproof. We learned about the different parts of different types of boats like the hull, propellers, anchor, rudder etc.

   

We learned to use teamwork to create them so after that we tested them in water to see if they could float and most of them could float.

“Our boat sank when we first tested it in water, then we realised the flag was too heavy so we took that off and tested it again. It now floats!” Holly A and Evah

“We made our sail out of pencils and cellophane.” Mikhail and Campbell

P4 School Show

Our school show is called ‘All at Sea’. It is about merfolk and pirates. They fight over who is going to rule the sea. We have been rehearsing on stage in the gym hall. Today, we used microphones for the first time.

“I’ve really liked learning the actions for the songs and being a dancer.” Tara.

“My favourite part is singing the songs.” Katy.

“I am impressed with everyone’s acting, especially Blair who plays Captain Scarypants.” Robin.

 

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