G1-G7 一至七年级

The second week of Discovery Camp at ISA Science City launched into high gear, building on the excitement of week one with a deeper dive into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Campers explored how these core concepts work together to create innovative solutions to real-world problems.

在第一周的璀璨序章之后，艾莎科学城探索营的第二周活动愈发炽热，深度潜入STEM（科学、技术、工程与数学）的浩瀚领域，揭秘这些核心要素如何交织共舞，为现实世界的难题编织出创新的破解之网。

Younger campers got their hands dirty with a series of engaging activities that brought engineering to life. They experimented with models of electricity generation, electronic circuits, and water filtration techniques. These activities fostered teamwork and communication as campers followed instructions to complete a collaborative project, like building a paper airplane launcher.

年轻的小探索者们，在一系列妙趣横生的活动中，将工程学的智慧巧妙融入日常生活。他们亲手触碰发电模型的脉动，穿梭于电子电路的迷宫，更挑战了水过滤技术的奥秘。这一系列实践活动，不仅让营员们亲手打造如纸飞机发射器般的合作杰作，更在共同奋斗中磨砺了团队协作精神与沟通技巧，让友谊与智慧并蒂绽放。

For older campers, the week culminated in the thrilling challenge of constructing their own indigenous rocket launchers.This project brought abstract concepts like drag, thrust, Newton's Laws of Motion, and more into tangible focus. As they experimented with fuel, payload, and landing techniques, campers gained a deeper understanding of the principles behind real-world rocket launches.

而对于年龄更大的学生而言，本周的巅峰时刻莫过于亲手打造火箭发射器的非凡挑战。这一壮举，将阻力与推力的较量、牛顿运动定律的深邃，化为眼前可见的震撼。通过对燃料配比的精妙调配、有效载荷的精细规划，乃至着陆技术的反复试验，营员们仿佛化身为小小航天工程师，对火箭发射背后的复杂原理有了从理论到实践的深刻领悟，眼中闪烁着对未知世界无尽探索的光芒。

Art Class: Hand Fan Decoration and Pot Painting

艺术课：手扇装饰与花盆彩绘

In the second week of our art class, students immersed themselves in a world of creativity, learning various skills to decorate hand fans and paint pots. Through hands-on activities, students explored patterns, colors, and design techniques to embellish hand fans with intricate details and bring plain pots to life with vibrant strokes of paint. Their artistic expressions revealed a blend of cultural influences, personal styles, and imaginative flair, showcasing their talent and passion for visual arts. The beautifully adorned hand fans and pots reflect the students' dedication, craftsmanship, and artistic growth, setting a strong foundation for further exploration in the world of art.

在第二周的绚烂美术殿堂中，学生们遨游于创意的海洋，深入学习手扇装饰与花盆彩绘的精湛技艺。他们以实践为舟，探索图案的韵律、色彩的斑斓与设计的奥秘，于手扇之上编织复杂细腻的纹饰，于花盆之侧挥洒鲜艳生动的色彩。这份艺术表达，交织着文化的底蕴、个性的光芒与想象的翅膀，彰显出学生们对视觉艺术独有的天赋与无尽热情。装饰一新的手扇，彩绘斑斓的花盆，不仅是学生们匠心独运的结晶，更是其奉献精神、手工艺精进与艺术之路成长的见证，为他们通往更广阔艺术世界的征途铺设了坚实的基石。

Mathematics Modeling Class: Ferris Wheel Design

数学建模课：摩天轮设计之旅

In the Mathematics Modeling class, students delved into the realm of engineering and mathematical concepts by designing their own Ferris wheels with unique specifications. They applied principles of geometry, measurement, and spatial reasoning to create scale models of Ferris wheels, considering factors such as size, symmetry, and structural integrity. Through collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking, students explored various design possibilities, tested different configurations, and optimized their Ferris wheel models for stability and aesthetics. The innovative and imaginative Ferris wheel designs showcased the students' ingenuity, mathematical proficiency, and ability to apply theoretical concepts to practical design challenges.

在数学建模的奇妙课堂上，学生们化身为工程师与数学家的双重身份，以设计独一无二的摩天轮为挑战，深入探索工程与数学的奥秘。他们灵活运用几何的精密、测量的严谨与空间推理的深邃，细致考量尺寸的和谐、对称的美学及结构的稳固，精心打造出摩天轮的比例模型。在团队协作与批判性思维的火花碰撞中，学生们勇攀设计高峰，尝试多样方案，不断优化摩天轮模型的稳定性与美学价值。这些充满创意与想象力的摩天轮设计，不仅是学生们智慧与才华的璀璨展现，更是他们数学素养深厚、理论联系实践能力的有力证明。

As we reflect on the accomplishments of week 2 in our Art and Mathematics Modeling classes, we recognize the students' exemplary work, dedication, and enthusiasm for learning.The captivating art pieces and intricate mathematical models crafted by our students not only showcase their individual talents but also exemplify the collaborative spirit and academic excellence that define our educational community. We are proud to present these inspiring creations as a testament to the creativity, skill, and passion that our students embody.

回望第二周艺术与数学建模课程的辉煌历程，我们对学生们的卓越表现深感自豪。那些令人瞩目的作品，不仅是个人才华的闪耀，更是我们教育共同体团结协作、追求卓越精神的生动体现。学生们以满腔热忱与不懈努力，创作出一件件既具美感又富含智慧的成果，它们不仅是艺术与数学的结晶，更是对学生创造力、技能与热情的赞誉。我们满怀骄傲地向世界展示这些鼓舞人心的作品，它们如同璀璨星辰，照亮了学生们的成长之路，也为我们的教育事业增添了无限光彩。

Week 2 science class at Discovery Camp in ISA Science City was a thrilling and enlightening experience for the students. One of the highlights of the week was students made their very own ice cream. By adding salt to ice cubes, the ice melts and the temperature gets lower, which freezes the milk and cream. This experiment not only allowed them to enjoy a delicious treat but also helped them understand the scientific reasoning behind it. They even made the connection between this process and adding salt to icy roads to melt the ice and make the icy roads safer during winter. 

在爱莎科学城暑期探索营的第二周，科学课程为学生们开启了一场心潮澎湃的启蒙盛宴。本周的璀璨亮点，莫过于学生们亲手调制并享用了自制冰淇淋。他们巧妙地利用冰块与盐的化学反应，促使冰块消融，环境温度骤降，进而将牛奶与奶油凝结为冰爽美味。这一过程不仅让味蕾得到了极致的满足，更深刻地揭示了实验背后的科学奥秘，让学生们恍然大悟，甚至联想到冬日里撒盐融冰，保障道路安全的智慧之举。

In addition to the ice cream experiment, the students also explored the solubility and immiscibility of different substances. They learned about how certain substances dissolve in others, while others do not mix at all. This hands-on exploration allowed them to witness firsthand the fascinating interactions between various substances. 

此外，学生们还踏入了物质性质的奇妙世界，探索溶解与不溶的边界。他们亲眼见证了某些物质如何和谐相融于另一物质之中，而又有哪些物质固执地保持着自我，拒绝混合。这种直观的实践，如同开启了一扇通往微观宇宙的大门，让他们见证了自然界中物质间错综复杂的交互奇迹。

For the older kids, they also built on their knowledge gained from last week's eruption experiment by delving into the concepts of acids and bases. The students used red cabbage juice as an indicator to test the acidity or alkalinity of everyday items. It was truly remarkable to see their faces light up as they discovered whether the items were acidic or basic.

对于高年级的学子而言，科学探索之旅更进一步。他们在前一周火山喷发实验的启发下，深入探索了酸与碱的奥秘。利用红菜汁这一天然指示剂，学生们化身为小小化学家，逐一测试日常物品的酸碱性。每当发现新奇的酸碱属性，他们的脸上便绽放出璀璨的笑容，这份由探索带来的喜悦与成就感，无疑成为了他们心中难以忘怀的美好记忆。

One of the key area of focus for our students in week 2 was to maintain an organized notebook. Notetaking skills became a habit for our students daily as they would begin each note with the date. Students learned to patiently take notes from the board and were asked to finish their work at home. They would also be quizzed the next day as a way build their knowledge. Legible writing  is an important part of child development and should be cultivated in interesting ways. Students were given opportunities to draw diagrams to accompany their work. At the end of the  week, students will have a notebook with several pages of note taking that they can keep as a memory of Camp Discovery!

在第二周的学习旅程中，学生们尤为聚焦于笔记本的整洁与条理性构建。记笔记这门艺术，已悄然融入学生们的日常习惯之中，每开启一页新篇章，必先郑重其事地镌刻上日期，以示时间之序。他们学会了以沉稳之心，细致捕捉黑板上的每一抹智慧之光，并承载着这份收获返回家中，完成既定的学习任务。次日，通过精心设计的测验，学生们在知识的海洋中拾贝，不断累积着智慧的宝藏。我们深知，清晰工整的书写是儿童全面发展中不可或缺的一环，因此，我们致力于以趣味横生的方式，激发孩子们对书写的热爱与追求。更令人欣喜的是，学生们还有机会将创意融入作业之中，通过绘图来辅助表达，让学习之旅更加丰富多彩。

Early Years 幼儿园

Week 2 was filled with wonder and excitement as the students in the Rocket class took a journey to explore the mysteries of the moon and stars. The week began with a focus on the moon's different phases, and the children were thrilled to participate in the "Phases of the Moon" Oreo cookie activity. Using Oreos to represent the waxing and waning moon, the students were able to not only learn about the lunar cycle but also enjoy a tasty treat in the process. The children were encouraged to draw depictions of the moon and stars in the night sky. These vibrant creations showcased the students' budding creativity and their growing understanding of the night sky. 

在第二周的时光里，幼儿园的学子们满怀惊喜与雀跃，踏上了一场揭秘月亮星辰奥秘的非凡之旅。本周焦点聚焦于月之阴晴圆缺，孩子们以满腔热情投身于“月相”奥利奥创意活动中，以饼干巧妙演绎新月与残月，既深谙月球流转之律，又尽享味蕾上的甜蜜盛宴。我们鼓励每位小画家以夜空为布，以月亮与星辰为墨，挥洒出他们初露锋芒的创意与对浩瀚夜空日益深厚的理解。

To complement our exploration of the moon, we read two captivating books: "Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me" by Eric Carle and "How to Catch a Star" by Oliver Jeffers. These stories ignited the children's imaginations and fostered a deeper appreciation for the beauty and significance of the moon and stars. The week ended with our rally presentation, where the students performed the energetic song "Zoom, Zoom We're Going to the Moon." 

为深化此番探月之旅，我们精选了两部扣人心弦的绘本——《爸爸，请为我摘月亮》作者埃里克·卡尔与《如何捕捉星星》作者奥利弗·杰弗斯的杰作，引领孩子们穿梭于幻想与现实之间，让月与星的魅力在他们心中生根发芽。随后，一曲活力四射的“Zoom, Zoom We're Going to the Moon”唱响了教室，孩子们用歌声表达对月球的无限向往。

During the Friday rally, the students recited the rhyme "Tuning Up for Out of Space," further showing their knowledge and excitement about the wonders of the night sky. As we move forward, we look forward to continuing to inspire the students and fostering their love for the natural world around them.

周五集会，孩子们以稚嫩的嗓音朗诵儿歌“Tuning Up for Out of Space”，再次彰显了他们对宇宙奇观的深刻理解与满腔热情。展望未来，我们矢志不渝地激发孩子们的求知欲，培育他们对大自然无尽的爱，引领他们继续遨游于知识的海洋，探索更多未知的奇迹。