Senior Infants Explore the Frozen World of Emperor Penguins Brrrrr! Senior Infants have been feeling the chill this week as they stepped into the icy world of Emperor penguins in Antarctica. The class began by locating Antarctica on the globe, discovering just how far away — and how cold — this extraordinary continent really is. They learned that Emperor penguins stay warm in temperatures as low as –40°C thanks to a special layer of blubber, a thick, fatty material that insulates their bodies. To see how blubber works, the children carried out a hands-on science experiment using cold water, Vaseline, and gloves. The results were clear: the “blubber” layer acted as a barrier, helping to keep the “body” warm — just like it does for penguins in the wild! After warming up, everyone got crafty by creating their very own penguins, complete with cutting, pasting, and lots of imagination.To finish off the week, the class enjoyed the story Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers, a heart-warming tale featuring one very adorable penguin. It was a fun-filled week of exploring, experimenting, and waddling through the wonders of the Antarctic! P.S Did you know Penguins can hold their breath for up to 22 minutes underwater!
