The Clever Keas experimented with Caldera Volcanoes. It was FUN!

In the experiment, we inflated and buried a balloon in the containers filled with flour and sand. The flour represented the Earth and the balloon - a magma chamber. Students popped the balloons to cause the eruptions – and then viewed the caldera or crater that was left behind.  We learnt how lakes like Taupō and Rotorua were formed. 

Understanding of the Earth's Structure - Hands-on Learning

 

Reading and Science - Volcanic eruption by Jasmine, Adrian, Leigh, Charlie, Mason, Osaiasi and the team

Hurricanes by Adrian

Hurricanes by Adrian

Hurricanes are some of the most deadliest and powerful storms on the planet. They can bring destructive storms that can cause tsunamis as well.

Hurricanes can bend trees and damage buildings and cause disasters. Warnings can be sent around, and people might flee from their homes. But sometimes people ignore warnings. 

Hurricanes are formed like this:

1. Hurricanes start to form when the water is warm underneath storm clouds.

2.As these areas of moving air and clouds rise, they move faster and faster. They start to rotate in a spiral.

3. The centre of the hurricane is calm. It is called the eye of the hurricane. 

4. A hurricane is formed.

Hurricanes are like tornadoes but hurricanes are bigger and stronger.