Author: Colégio Dr. Luís Pereira da Costa

Subjects:  Natural Scienses,

ACTIVITY THEME: AVEIRO: visit to the “Fábrica da Ciência”, tour by Moliceiro in Ria de Aveiro and visit to the Salinas on 4th may 2022

Class level: 8th Grade

The Moliceiro boat ride on the Ria de Aveiro allows you to discover the city of Aveiro from the 4 urban channels of Aveiro. The experience of sailing on a traditional boat in Aveiro and being able to enjoy the view of the city is a unique experience.

In the visit to the salt pans of Aveiro, we intend to approach an adaptation of a traditional salt sea for the teaching of salt crystallization and all the elements associated with the process, through a pedestrian tour through the interior of the Salina, passing through the different areas . Approach to the surrounding Flora and Avifauna.

At Fábrica da Ciência, students will have the opportunity to visit the various activities promoted in this Living Science centre, where they will have the opportunity to observe various equipment and techniques that allow them to study the different contents of the disciplines of Physics and Chemistry and Biology and Geology.

Learning Objectives:

• Promote the appreciation of the knowledge acquired in the Physical-Chemistry and Natural Sciences classes.

• Contribute to the acquisition, consolidation and expansion of knowledge about the disciplines of Physical Chemistry and Natural Sciences.

• Promoting a taste and curiosity for Science in general.

• Reinforce group and friendship behaviors.

• Promoting personal relationships outside the school context.

Process:

- Contact with institutions;

- Contact with the transport company;

- Request for authorizations to the Parents;

- Conducting the list of participants;

- Visit.