Lunar Adventures: SISC Students Explore the Moon in the Sandbox
PHNOM PENH, February 2026 — The playground at Southbridge International School Cambodia (SISC) recently became a launchpad for a galactic mission. As part of a specialized lesson on lunar adventures, SISC’s early years students transformed their brand-new sandbox into the surface of the moon, proving that at this age, the world—and the cosmos—is their classroom.
Sensory Learning and the Cosmos
This “Sandbox Fun” session was more than just outdoor play; it was a carefully designed sensory learning activity that introduced complex concepts through tactile exploration:
- Lunar Structures: With every scoop and mold of sand, students practiced fine motor skills while building imagined moon bases and craters, learning about the uneven terrain of the lunar surface.
- Physics of Movement: As they pretended to walk on the moon, teachers guided them to think about gravity and how movement might feel different in space compared to the school’s playground.
- Collaborative Discovery: Working together in the sand allowed students to share ideas, build social skills, and collaboratively solve “space missions” as a team of aspiring astronauts.
- Early STEM Concepts: The activity served as an introduction to astronomy, sparking questions about what the moon is made of and how far away it is from Cambodia.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Explorers
SISC remains dedicated to a curriculum that encourages children to “reach for the stars.” By blending physical play with imaginative storytelling, the school ensures that students remain excited and engaged with science and the world around them from their very first day of school.