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Metamorphosis in the field of natural phenomena – many small wonders
When nature awakens outside, our lessons come to life – full of small wonders and big questions. In the 6th grade, the focus in the subject of natural phenomena was on metamorphosis: close-up, lively, and filled with many moments of wonder.
For several weeks, the sixth-grade students observed the fascinating life cycle of butterflies. They watched as small larvae developed into caterpillars, how these pupated, and – as if by magic – how butterflies finally emerged from their cocoons.
The amazement was not limited to the sixth grade – the biology advanced course from K2 also took the opportunity to observe this natural wonder. And in the teachers’ lounge, the news spread quickly: those who had time stopped by briefly to take a look at the transformation.
Interdisciplinary research – Natural phenomena meets school garden
Especially beautiful: The project was a collaboration between the subject of Natural Phenomena and the subject of School Garden. What started in the classroom continued in the garden – there, where the butterflies were released into freedom after hatching.
Ladybugs are also getting ready.
In addition to the butterflies, the students also observed the metamorphosis of ladybugs. Tiny eggs became larvae, then pupae – and finally the popular good luck charms with their bright red wings.
A home for wild bees
Together with Mrs. and Mr. Schlüter, the children also built nesting aids for the Red Mason Bee. This site-faithful wild bee pollinates with impressive perseverance and is therefore a true enrichment for the school garden. In the coming weeks, the newly seeded wildflower meadow is intended to provide the insects with a blooming home. The hope: a buzzing, lively ecosystem – right in the middle of the school grounds.
Sleeping Place Refrigerator
It is already clear: In autumn, the cocoons of the masonry bees will be collected and carefully stored in the refrigerator – a natural overwintering, completely without winter sleep in the garden bed. Will it work? Our young researchers will observe this very closely.
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