Scientist Congress of the 4th Grades
One of the highlights of the 4th grade science program is the annual congress at the conclusion of school unit, 鈥渨ater鈥�.
After students have conducted guided experiments researching the properties of water, they are asked to work in teams to develop a practical solution for a water desalination plant. Their solution must meet several conditions: it should use the sun as an energy source, prepare drinking water for a village, be inexpensive and, if possible, also collect the salt for consumption or profit. Particularly creative solutions earn extra points.
The results are then presented with the help of self-made models and/or posters and evaluated according to certain criteria by a jury of students from the upper school who are interested in science.
Of course, there are also great prizes to be won!