Blast Off to Magna! Year 1 & 2’s Amazing Adventure!
What a day we had! Our fantastic Year 1 and Year 2 adventurers embarked on a thrilling trip to Magna Science Adventure Centre, and boy, did they have an out-of-this-world time! From exploring the power of the elements to launching their own rockets, the day was packed with discovery, excitement, and a whole lot of fun.
Our journey through Magna took us through the four awe-inspiring pavilions: Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. We marvelled at the forces that shape our planet, from the rumbling of the earth to the power of wind and water. The children were fascinated by the interactive exhibits, getting hands-on with science and learning through exploration. We saw some budding engineers experimenting with air pressure and future geologists examining different rock formations!
Of course, no trip to Magna is complete without a visit to the incredible Sci-Tek play area! It was brilliant to see the children letting off steam, climbing, sliding, and continuing their learning through play. Lots of happy smiles and energetic laughter filled the air (literally!).
A highlight for many was the spectacular Big Melt special effects show. The dramatic retelling of the steelmaking process, complete with fire and sound effects, was truly captivating and brought a piece of Sheffield’s industrial history to life in a thrilling way. We definitely heard some “oohs” and “aahs” from the audience!
But the learning didn’t stop there! We were lucky enough to participate in a wonderful workshop all about Day and Night, Stars, and Planets. The children were so engaged, sharing their existing knowledge. They learned about the movement of the Earth, why we have day and night, and even got to explore the wonders of our solar system.
And then came the grand finale – the rocket experiment! The children were treated to a fascinating demonstration of how a rocket propels itself! The excitement was high as they watched a rocket zoom along a wire, captivated by the whooshing sound and the speed. It was a fantastic way to visually understand the power of propulsion.
