This afternoon, our future scientists carried out the "Dunking Biscuit" experiment to celebrate 'British Science Week'. They made predictions about which biscuit would crumble first when dunked in room temperature water, ensuring it was a fair test by changing only one variable the type of biscuit. With the support of our Science Ambassador, Noah, the children carefully observed the results and concluded that certain biscuits, such as the [digestive], crumbled first due to their texture and composition. The science behind this experiment involves understanding the properties of materials, such as porosity and absorbency, which affect how the biscuits react when exposed to liquid. The children enjoyed discussing their findings, reinforcing their understanding of material properties, and of course, sampling the biscuits afterward! It was a fun and engaging way to apply scientific inquiry, develop critical thinking skills, and explore how materials behave in different conditions.
