Exploring the Wonders of Physics: Light, Sound, and What’s Next!

This term, our Grade 9 scientists have been diving into the fascinating world of physics, exploring how light and sound shape the way we experience the world around us.

We’ve investigated how light travels in straight lines, reflects off surfaces, and refracts through different materials. Students experimented with lenses and mirrors, discovering how images are formed and how our eyes perceive them. We also explored the electromagnetic spectrum, learning how different types of light—from visible to ultraviolet—affect our daily lives.

In our sound unit, students explored how vibrations create sound waves, how these waves travel through different media, and how we detect them with our ears. From tuning forks to sound meters, we’ve had a blast (sometimes literally!) experimenting with pitch, volume, and frequency.

Coming Up Next: Electricity!

Get ready to spark your curiosity as we move into our next exciting topic: electricity. We’ll be learning about:

• Electric circuits – how they work and how to build them
• Current, voltage, and resistance – the key players in electrical systems
• Series and parallel circuits – and how they power everything from fairy lights to your phone
• Electrical safety – staying safe while working with circuits

Students will have the opportunity to build and test their own circuits, solve real-world problems, and understand how electricity powers our modern world.

How You Can Support Learning at Home:

• Ask your child to explain how a light bulb works or why we hear thunder after we see lightning.
• Explore simple circuit kits or online simulations together.
• Discuss how electricity is used in your home and how we can use it more sustainably.

We’re excited to see our students continue to grow as curious, capable scientists. Stay tuned for more updates and discoveries!