Paper Making activity

As part of the unit on pollution, ozone layer depletion and global warming, grade 7 did a practical activity on recycling paper. One of the prime causes of global warming is “deforestation” as forests are great storehouses of carbon and when these are destroyed – it adds to the global warming. One of the reasons that trees are cut is to make paper. As individuals – we can contribute in controlling the global warming by following the 3 Rs – Reduce, Recycle and Reuse. The practical activity gave us an insight on how paper is recycled. For this activity, students have bought screens. They got some used paper and then blended it with water using a normal household blender. The pulp thus obtained was transferred on the screen and the water was drained out assisted by rolling a cylindrical tube over the pulp and in the process flattening it to form a sheet of paper.

     The damp sheet was then placed between two pages of a newspaper to soak up the remaining water. A tile was placed to apply pressure and assist in bonding and flattening the surface to make it as even as possible. After a few minutes They took out the tile and the top layer of the newspaper and dabbed the recycled sheet of paper with a piece of cloth to absorb any moisture left behind. Children then used a hairdryer to dry the sheet completely and then they carefully lifted the recycled paper sheet from the newspaper.The principle of reusing was followed diligently and the water that was drained in the process of making the first sheet was reused as the process was repeated to make another sheet of paper. The students passed on the screen to their classmates so that each one could do this activity. Thus the equipment was shared by the whole class.

            Through this activity, They appreciated paper – that we take it for granted – in a new light. They also realized that as individuals they can make a significant contribution by using paper carefully and thus saving forests. This activity made them knowledgeable which is one of the important part of IB Profile.

They  thoroughly enjoyed this activity and the experiential method that was followed made it easier for them to understand the topic.

As the old saying goes “I hear, I know. I see, I remember. I do, I understand”.

THE GRADE 8 GEOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

THE GRADE 8 GEOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

 The grade 8 exhibition was indeed, a really big hit! On the 17th of March, 2014 grade 8 students reflected their knowledge and creativity through various subjects; English, Science, Maths, History, Geography and more. Out of all subjects, geography was one core subject that was very well exhibited!  Under the guidance of Dr. Payal Mishra .The grade 8 students used their imagination and creativity and brought out outstanding models which truly delighted everyone, who saw the displays.

     Furthermore, the students chose various topics which were related to  “How interaction leads to change” such as, weather and climate and its significance in our daily lives. This includes changes in North America, natural vegetation, where we come to know that mangroves stand as barriers and protect people from floods. Students also demonstrated the coastal landforms, waves, which can be used as a source of energy, natural disasters and the use of GPS(s).

     Climate changes will affect everyone, but some populations will be at greater risk. Countries whose coastal regions have a large population, such as Egypt and China, may have to move whole populations inland to avoid flooding. The effect on people will depend on how well we can adapt to the changes and how much we can do to reduce climate change in the world.The students also prepared a report about the recent floods that hit Jakarta, Indonesia and also caused a lot of destruction. This report preaches us how natural disasters affect the surroundings around us. GPS is used to locate certain things and as we’ve heard about the Malaysian Airlines, flight no. MH 370 which is currently missing, GPS can help us locate it but unfortunately it has its own disadvantages also.

      We also see that, a wide range of knowledge had been used and likes enhancing these young minds! The whole section of geography was very well illustrated to the Principal, Vice Principal, teachers, parents and students. Everyone were mesmerised by the work of Grade 8. All the students were able to bring out the significance of their respected topic through their posters, displays boards and models. They also explained about the global context; globalisation and sustainability, Human Ingenuity and Environment which is related to concepts like system processes, landforms formed, etc. The Principal went on to see every creativity and hard work by the students and he praised each and every group and this, certainly boosted up the level of confidence even more in them!

      Overall the topics were very well illustrated and defined. The exhibition went amazing and the students got a big opportunity to express themselves; their talents and their creative minds. Indeed the 8th graders captured everyone’s eyes and made the exhibition superbly amazing! ��

Broucher and Pics of Exhibition

“Land forms Formed by Coastal Process”.

On the 23^rd of March 2014, Class 8E had a general discussion based on our geography lesson which is “Landforms Formed by Coastal Process”. Before going further, Coast are zones whereland meets as well as interacts with the sea. Coast change constantly based on coastal processes such as erosion and deposition. During geography period, class had studied different types of landforms which are formed by coastal processes. Some of the landforms which are formed include: 1) Cliff & Shore Platforms. 2) Headlands and Bays. 3) Beaches. 4) Split & Tombolo’s. These information above state the 4 main landforms which are formed through coastal processes. 3-D model of the landforms which are formed through coastal processes was used for explaining about the coasts.. This specific model was exhibited by a few students from 8F during the Grade 8 Exhibition. Based on the 3-D model and the explanation the class had become more interactive and further the students have understood the topic “Land forms Formed by Coastal Process”.

Explanation about coast

“Land forms Formed by Coastal Process”.

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