CALLUM'S OPEN DAY - 16TH JULY 2011

This is just a brief write up of our yearly open day:

Callum’s Open Day went well. Only downside was the rain, meant having everyone inside, although it did clear up a bit later on so the kids went out for a bounce on the trampoline.

Callum set out some ‘experiments/demonstrations’ to show and we printed off some hand-outs. He showed the combustion engine, two electrical circuits, bicarb and vinegar volcano, drinks carton rocket ship, orrery and two wave machines. He also used Newton’s cradle to demonstrate how the water molecules work. He set it all out and did half hour slots for people to see.

The rest of his work was in folders dotted about the dining room. I’m not sure if he reported on any of those, but he did have a major discussion session with his Aunt and Uncle the following day.

House was a bit manic. We had 13 adults, 13 kids and 3 dogs in our house over the course of the afternoon. With burgers and sausages, cakes, crisps and biscuits being eaten, thank you very much to Grace and Carol for bringing along the cakes.

The point is that he, once again, enjoyed it and it was nice to see everyone and show what we’ve been up to. It always gives Callum something to work for each year and the motivation to do it.

Thanks everyone for coming!