Summary
It is the Sparks' Crew's first day at Hero Elementary, where they meet each other and Mr. Sparks and discover the "superpowers of science" everyone shares: observing, asking questions, investigating, and communicating. A gentle series opener that sets up how the show models scientific thinking.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
In this episode the heroes learn that anyone can use the superpowers of science.
- What are the "superpowers of science" the heroes use?
- Which senses can you use to observe something closely?
- What is a question you have about something in our classroom?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: observe, investigate, question, scientist.
Try it:
- Pick an object and write three things you notice using your senses.
- Write one question you would investigate about it.