This week in science, we learned about how penguins stay warm in icy environments! To explore this, our K1, K2, and K3 students conducted an exciting experiment to find the best insulators, just like a penguin’s body.
We started by placing ice cubes in cups wrapped in different materials: yarn, clay, sponge, bubble wrap, cotton, felt, and one with no covering as our control. Each group made predictions about which material would insulate the ice the best, keeping it from melting quickly.
The kids were fascinated as they checked the cups throughout the experiment. By the end, we discovered that yarn and bubble wrap were the best insulators, keeping the ice cool for the longest time! The students loved connecting their findings to how penguins’ feathers and fat help them survive in cold weather.
This hands-on activity sparked curiosity and gave the children a deeper understanding of science in action. It was a fun and chilly way to learn about penguins and insulation!