FAST PANCAKES

Next Tuesday is Pancake Day in England and to celebrate, Daron showed the fifth course how to make pancakes! We used a typical American pancake recipe that includes flour, milk, eggs, sugar, and salt to make the batter. Instead of using the typical skillet method, we tried making the pancakes on a griddle. See the recipe below for this tasty treat so that you can make them at home.
In honour of the day, we also held a pancake relay outside in which students had to run and flip "pancakes" in a skillet as quickly as possible. It was so much fun! 

• 1 cup flour 
• 2 tablespoons sugar 
• 2 teaspoons baking powder 
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 
• 1 cup milk 
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or oil 
• 1 egg

SUPERBOWL

The Superbowl took place last week in the United States and Daron´s favourite team (the Seattle Seahawks) won! In fifth course, Daron explained the history and tradition of the Superbowl in the USA and a bit about American football. We also watched some of the famous Superbowl advertisements that aired this year.

AMNIOTIC LIQUID

Functions Today we are learning about the body´s reproductive system. Using the scientific method, we wanted to know what purpose does amniotic fluid serve? What happen when a woman´s egg has no amniotic fluid? Using two separate bottles, we placed one egg in water with salt, and the other with no water. See what happens when we drop both of the bottles on the ground! There were some exciting results!

BLOOD SOUP

We are currently learning about the circulatory system of the human body. We did a fun experiment to learn more about the components of the blood. Using a glass jar, we simulated the components of blood: the plasma, red and white blood cells, and platelets. It was so interesting to see what our blood is made of using household products. See for yourself!

PEACE DAY

Today is Peace Day! With fifth course, we created white doves using paper doilies. It´s very easy if you would like to try it at home.

FAKE LUNGS

 And you can see the photos here To learn more about the body´s respiratory system, Daron helped us to create a fake lungs using a plastic bottle, straws, and three balloons. We were able to see how the lungs take in air with the help of the diaphragm. Watch the video to see how the experiment works!