We’ve been looking at friction as part of our science topic on forces and decided to take advantage of the conditions outside! Children first carried out an investigation into which types of surfaces produce the greatest resistance and friction. They then used this to help them with their challenge; to design a sledge to carry the Oakridge School bear, Ted or his partner Tedina, the furthest distance (safely) through the snow.

Children were allowed to discuss this challenge with parents last night and were allowed to bring in any materials from home they especially wanted to use. The winners of the challenge were Amy Cook and Libby Dickenson who used a metal tray lid as the base for their sledge.