Students from 5th grade A took part in an interdisciplinary learning experience focused on understanding how living organisms are organised, exploring the concept of tissues through a dynamic and collaborative approach.
This session was carried out during the Natural Science class, part of the Elementary Department, led by Ms. Ornella Concha, and was complemented by the English Immersion Program, led by Mr. Marcos Riveros. As part of an ongoing series implemented across all 5th grade classes, this experience continues to promote meaningful connections between scientific content and real-life understanding.
One of the most distinctive aspects of this session was the active participation of students from 4th grade B, Senior Area, Catalina Oyanadel and Valentina Oyanadel, who led the introductory explanation in English. Through their presentation, they introduced key concepts such as cells, tissues, and how cells work together within the human body, creating a motivating and engaging learning environment for the younger students.
Following this, 5th grade students participated in the activity, where each student designed and decorated their own cell, representing their individuality as part of a larger system. The activity then moved into a collective stage, where all individual cells were combined to form a visual representation of the class as a tissue. This moment allowed students to understand, in a concrete and visual way, how each part contributes to the functioning of a whole.
To close the session, students engaged in a guided reflection, connecting the scientific concept with their own classroom experience. Through discussion, they explored the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and shared responsibility, recognizing that, just like cells in a tissue, each member plays a key role in the group.
This experience not only strengthened students’ understanding of scientific concepts, but also highlighted the value of peer learning, where students themselves become active participants in the teaching and learning process.
