Posted On: 8 May, 2026
The International Elementary Science Fair was a vibrant celebration of curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery! From interactive experiments to impressive student presentations, our young scientists turned the school into a true science playground—full of excitement, learning, and “wow” moments.
Science booths by Grade:
Pre-School: Exploring Force and Motion with Playground Design
Grade 1: Constellation Project (Light & Sound) + Sound & Light vibration experiments
Grade 2: Landforms – Erosion & Earth Surfaces (Water Works) + Material Properties (Material Magic slime)
Grade 3: Life Cycle & Butterfly Metamorphosis + Fossils and Changing Environments
Grade 4: Coca Explosion, Volcanoes, Pepper & Soap, Energy Transfer Machine, Solar Powered Robot, Building a Plane,
Grade 5: Fire Suction, Super-Spreader Simulation, Dry Ice Bubble, Relighting Candle Through Smoke, Bottled Egg Trick, Growing Gummies, Perfect Paper Airplane, Fluffy Slime, Color Changing Flowers, Shaping bánh da lợn with dough
The Science Fair was more than just a showcase, it was a chance for TNIS students to explore, explain, and experience science with confidence. Congratulations to all our young learners for their hard work and brilliant scientific spirit!
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