It was to an ice skating rink. Yes an ice skating rink. In the tropics. It was a small rink in a large shopping mall, Central Festival, in the outer suburbs of Chiang Mai.
Physics and Newton's Laws of Motion provided the educational connection. We had also studied motion and speed, so Henry (in the front) was instructed to record the speed and odometer readings during the trip - much to his chagrin.
They all had a great time. Some of the Korean and Chinese students were good skaters, but there were also many beginners.
The penguin, which Bali is desperately hanging onto, helped beginners find their balance. I used it for a few laps and then found enough confidence for a few shaky laps.
Administratively it was very easy to organise, no parent permission forms to collect or chase, no medical forms to collect, no rolls to mark, just book the school bus, get some money from admin and go.
Everyone had a great day.
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