Our class consists of 25 5th grade students, 12 of whom are boys and 13 are girls. We all worked together on a common project on the topic of Energy. We divided into groups and built models of an energy building. After completing the project, we all presented our models, having received specific criteria, at an open event in the presence of parents/guardians and a jury of teachers. It was decided that the most complete model is the one of which we are sending you the video.
Initially, we all discussed together in class what energy means, where it comes from and how we use it in our everyday lives. We talked about renewable and non-renewable energy sources and observed how its use affects the environment and our lives.
We recorded ideas on the board and through questions and examples, we were led to think about what an energy “smart” building could be: with solar panels, thermal insulation, water and electricity saving systems, etc.
Then, we were divided into groups and each group was tasked with building a model of an energy building. During the construction, each child had a specific role: some took charge of the design, others of collecting materials (recyclable where possible), while others were responsible for the construction or presentation.
The work was accompanied by a collaborative spirit, shared responsibilities and creativity. We recorded the steps of the work on a worksheet and each group wrote a short description of their project, which they presented on the day of the event.
The open event was a special moment for all of us. We had the opportunity to present our projects to parents, guardians and teachers, to explain the function of our models and to talk about the importance of energy in our lives.
The most complete model – the one we present in the attached video – stood out because it combined originality, construction accuracy, and a comprehensive presentation of energy design.
This project helped us to better understand the concept of energy, but also to collaborate with responsibility, respect and imagination!”