Summer SAVY, Session 1 Day 5, Harry Potter: The Science Behind the Magic (Richards, Sect. 2) (5th-6th)
Dear SAVY Wizarding Families,
What a magical final day it’s been in our Harry Potter: The Science Behind the Magic class! Our young wizards ended the week with a flurry of science and magic, wrapping up everything they’ve learned with some memorable activities, magical experiments, and a big celebration.
We kicked off the day with the much-anticipated House Cup Game, where students worked together to earn points for their houses in a variety of fun challenges. The competition was fierce, but the teamwork and enthusiasm were even fiercer! In Herbology Class, students learned about magical plants, including the infamous Mandrake. They carefully potted their own Mandrakes (no ear-splitting screams this time!) and examined how real plants adapt to their environments. They even took a deeper dive into how magical plants might function in the wizarding world versus the biology we see in the natural world.
The day’s science adventures continued with the O.W.L. Exams (Ordinary Wizarding Level quizzes!), where students tested their knowledge of everything from magnetic levitation to chemical reactions and owls. With the knowledge they gained throughout the week, they were ready to take on this challenge. Of course, there were a few moments of nervous laughter, but our students tackled the exams with all the confidence of a Gryffindor!
In the final magical stretch of the day, we mixed up some Butterbeer and explored the chemistry behind this beloved wizarding drink. With fizzy, bubbly reactions and a lot of creativity, students made their own magical concoctions while learning about carbonation and chemical reactions. To close out our time together, we had the grand House Cup Celebrations, where each house was awarded points for their achievements throughout the week. Students received their graduation certificates, celebrating their hard work and all they had accomplished in their magical scientific journey.
From potions and levitation to flying creatures and engineering challenges, we have explored the world of science through the lens of Harry Potter. The students have shown incredible creativity, curiosity, and scientific reasoning as they connected magic with real-world science. They are leaving with a deeper understanding of physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering—and a little bit of magic in their hearts!
Thank you for supporting your child’s journey through this magical week of science and learning! We are so proud of everything they have accomplished, and we can’t wait to see how they continue to explore the wonders of science beyond the classroom!
Warmly,
Hannah Richards