When our panda arrived, he asked us to think of a name. The children have been putting forwards their ideas and today they voted to choose the name they liked best. They have chosen Lightning. We hope you like that name too.
Panda goes to the zoo!
Today our Panda went on a special adventure with his friend Bamboo from Borestone Primary School. When he was there he met lots of different animals and the pandas who live in Edinburgh zoo.
We have been making pictures of our panda
We have been making pictures of our panda. The boys and girls of Doune nursery love their new friend and they have been making their own panda pictures to make our panda feel at home. We have been researching children’s questions about pandas – such as where they live, what they like to eat and what baby pandas look like? Did you know pandas are born with no fur?
Special delivery at Doune Nursery!
The boys and girls at Doune Nursery were very surprised when they got a mysterious package delivered today. When we opened it we discovered a panda and a letter inviting us to be citizen scientist. Where will the adventure take us?
What is in our Wooded Area?
With the help from OPAL scientists and The Conservation Volunteers, the adventurous P3s went on a bug hunt. They explored our playground, school playing fields and wooded area. They discovered that bugs prefer the wooded area as there is much more cover and food. Lots of worms, slaters and beetles were found but a ladybird got away!
The children recorded the bugs they found. Look out for our results in the OPAL web site. The children are looking forward to comparing what they find on their bug hunt in June.
Encouraging others to save energy
Primary 3 were learning about technology and how it impacts on our environment. They designed posters to encourage others to save energy by “turning off lights when not in use” and “walking saves money and our planet”. Our panda ‘Bamboo’ helped the children to choose the winning poster.
Bugs at Borestone
The P7s explored pond life with the help from OPAL Community Scientist and The Conservation Volunteers. They discovered that caddisfly and dragonfly larvae are found in healthy pond water. Snails and worm-like animals indicate that the pond water might be polluted. They also had the opportunity to discuss and create a pond life food chain. In addition the children were introduced to various types of lichens. Next week the children will use their knowledge of lichens to explore air quality.
Pandas, Mandarin, RSPB Bird Watch – effective contexts for learning
Primary One have created a short film to show how their learning in context is effective, exciting and inspiring. Pandu Sugelan inspired them to take part in the RSPB Bird Watch in their Wee Green Space. You can also see them conversing in Mandarin.
Panda Facts
Primary One have been finding out more about pandas with the help of Pasu Sugelan.
Borestone pupils go on a worm hunt!
Primary 2L braved the cold weather and enjoyed taking part in a worm survey with the help from OPAL Community Scientist and The Conservation Volunteers. The children and our panda, Bamboo, learned lots about worms.
“There are different types such as red, stripy and pale worms” (Mani).
“A baby worm comes from an egg in a cocoon.” (Jade).
“Adult worms have saddles.” (Anna)
Daniel S and his group had a great time finding 19 worms!
Look out for our results on to the OPAL website!
