In term 3 we looked at power through a variety of lenses.
ELECTRICITY - where does power / electricity come from? What do we use it for?
PEOPLE POWER - we looked at our personal power / strengths and how working with others can make use of many strengths.
SUPERPOWERS - if you could choose a power to have what would you choose and why? We thought about how kindness is a superpower.
Some children made these cute little superheroes.
LAUGHTER - we had fun telling jokes and looked at the science behind the power of laughter. Did you know that scientists have found that laughter can help you tolerate more things? It reduces stress and releases endorphins (feel good hormones).
CARS - we looked at how vehicles are powered and how they might be powered in the future. Some children had fun creating ideas for futuristic vehicles.
THE POWER OF WORDS - we thought of the power different words can have - they can hurt, heal, support, inspire. Some groups had discussions about which words they think are powerful. Here are some of their ideas.
LEADERSHIP - different people use their power differently. We thought about the kinds of traits we like in leaders, and what makes us want to follow someone. We also talked about traits that good leaders have - passion, knowledge, drive, enthusiasm.
THE ARTS - music, art, dance, drama can all have the power to evoke emotions, memories. It can help us express our creativity.
PLANT POWER - we looked at how plants can help us and the planet in a variety of ways - of course by giving us oxygen, food, resources, but also shade, shelter, beauty, and also as a habitat and food for creatures.
