Dr Jo Bubbles & Potions
BUBBLES AND POTIONS
by Dr Jo.
Activity Pack and Kit list download
BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates takes you on an unforgettable, explosive edible adventure exploring the bizarre science behind our food.
This is a food show like no other: expect vortex cannons, explosions, glowing drinks, edible chemical reactions, colour-changing cocktails and loads of audience interaction in an hilarious and thoroughly educational show. Stefan is renowned for his world-class science and food shows.
This will be a pre-recorded show, made especially for the Festival of Tomorrow, followed by a live Q&A with Stefan, himself!
The show includes a quiz and worksheet for follow up in class.
Are you teaching the first Martian?
The first person to walk on Mars is already alive.
When Neil Armstrong became the first astronaut on the Moon he was 38 years old. Space agencies around the world are planning our first trip to the Red Planet in 30 years’ time. That means the first Martian is at primary school somewhere in the world right now.
When I was working with the British astronaut Tim Peake he told me that “Mars is on for ten year olds”.
This 45 minute interactive talk – packed full of stunning visuals – will inspire your students to dream about their future in the solar system while cementing many aspects of the KS2 science curriculum.
With a 10 minute Q&A afterwards, they’ll also get all of their burning space questions answered.
The James Dyson Foundation
LIVE ONLINE TALK WITH Q&A
THIS SESSION WILL COVER
Come and hear a member of the James Dyson Foundation talk about Sir James Dyson and his Dyson story.
Book now
This workshop aimed at Year 5 or 6 pupils will explore how cyber security experts protect computers against cyber criminals.
Students will create a simple program in Scratch capable of hacking a pin number.
They will then think up ideas about how to protect against this form of attack.
NB: Students will need a computer with access to the internet to take part in the workshop.
Book now
Braintastic! Science - WHFT only, sorry!
AVAILABLE TO WHITE HORSE FEDERATION TRUST SCHOOLS ONLY
Part 1: Pre-recorded introduction video. Watch at a time to suit you.
Part 2: Optional hands-on class activity
(Part 3: See Friday session)
Build a Neuron Challenge (watch on-demand & complete optional challenge in class)
This action-packed session introduces students to the wonderful world of neurons- the cells that make up their brains. It challenges them to build their own neuron rube goldberg machine, guiding them through the engineering design process as they imagine, plan, create, test and improve their machines. Then, the whole class connects up their neurons into a giant brain-like network! Complete this challenge with your class at a time to suit you throughout the week.
Memory Games online show (Friday 10 Feb)
By Gastronaut, Supported by Catalent
BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates takes you on an unforgettable, explosive edible adventure exploring the bizarre science behind our food.
This is a food show like no other: expect vortex cannons, explosions, glowing drinks, edible chemical reactions, colour-changing cocktails and loads of audience interaction in an hilarious and thoroughly educational show. Stefan is renowned for his world-class science and food shows.
This will be a pre-recorded show, made especially for the Festival of Tomorrow, followed by a live Q&A with Stefan, himself!
The show includes a quiz and worksheet for follow up in class.
Dr Jo Science Solutions
We will be exploring bubbles, blowing bubbles, observing bubbles and their properties, making fizzing potions, colour changing potions, harnessing the power of bubbles to inflate balloons and make mini lava lamps.
Optional: Join in with activities during the session, or choose activities to do with your class as a follow up after the live show.
With Colin Stuart
Are you teaching the first Martian?
The first person to walk on Mars is already alive.
When Neil Armstrong became the first astronaut on the Moon he was 38 years old. Space agencies around the world are planning our first trip to the Red Planet in 30 years’ time. That means the first Martian is at primary school somewhere in the world right now.
When I was working with the British astronaut Tim Peake he told me that “Mars is on for ten year olds”.
This 45 minute interactive talk – packed full of stunning visuals – will inspire your students to dream about their future in the solar system while cementing many aspects of the KS2 science curriculum.
With a 10 minute Q&A afterwards, they’ll also get all of their burning space questions answered.
Supported by The James Dyson Foundation
The James Dyson Foundation
LIVE ONLINE TALK WITH Q&A
THIS SESSION WILL COVER
Come and hear a member of the James Dyson Foundation talk about Sir James Dyson and his Dyson story.
Book now
Professor Robert Walsh, University of Central Lancashire
Don a super-suit, boot up your artificial brain and grab your alien sidekick as we explore the astounding world of science and superheroes!
With Professor Robert Walsh, we will explore the chances that alien life could evolve elsewhere in our galaxy and would that life be intelligent?
Also, if alien life does exist, how could they travel the vast distances across different star systems and end up in our own neighbourhood of planet Earth?
Book now
Barefoot Computing, from BCS
This workshop aimed at Year 5 or 6 pupils will explore how cyber security experts protect computers against cyber criminals.
Students will create a simple program in Scratch capable of hacking a pin number.
They will then think up ideas about how to protect against this form of attack.
NB: Students will need a computer with access to the internet to take part in the workshop.
Book now
With Dave Pollard, from Spaceport Cornwall
An introduction to Spaceport Cornwall and the first ever launch from UK soil and what this means for young people in the UK.
In January 2023 Spaceport Cornwall will became home of the first ever satellite and rocket launch into space from the UK.
The UK Space sector is growing quickly and this presentation will highlight some of the opportunities within the sector and look at the positive developments taking place in the South West.
Book now
Sphere Science, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
Sessions available throughout the week Monday 6th to Friday 10th Feb
Pupils carry out experiments that sent message using very long circuits, look at different materials that conduct electricity using a ‘face’ with glowing eyes, squeaking voice and a bow tie, making a train work using a battery and battery holder, an introduction to making circuits and using an electrical alarm.
Five of the activities will be running at once so five helpers, either adults or Y5 or Y6 pupils would be needed. The workshop leader will come to the school with all the equipment and materials for the workshop.
Email sarah@spherescience.co.uk with good time to call or phone 07887 526260
Sphere Science, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
Sessions available throughout the week Monday 6th to Friday 10th Feb
Creating electrical circuits using a variety of different components are explored practically by pupils during the Solar Circuit workshop. The workshop leader leading the class through the activities in person.
"Highly organised, well-resourced and, with a wide range of activities, children were expected to discover rather than being spoon-fed."
Email sarah@spherescience.co.uk with good time to call or phone 07887 526260
Sphere Science, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
Sessions available throughout the week Monday 6th to Friday 10th Feb
Rockets, spinners, whirly gigs and a shadow model are explored practically by pupils during the KS1 Space workshop with the workshop leader remotely leading the class through the activities.
" A big heartfelt ‘thank you’ for your fantastic Rockets Workshop today! We really appreciate the time and effort that you put in to give the children a great learning experience (and me!).
Year 2 absolutely loved it and I have a few great photos that have been shared by parents already.”
Sphere Science, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
Sessions available throughout the week Monday 6th to Friday 10th Feb
A set of activities about phases of the moon, the solar system, stars and shadows.
Pupils also use and evaluate scientific models.
Email sarah@spherescience.co.uk with good time to call or phone 07887 526260
Sphere Science, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
Sessions available throughout the week Monday 6th to Friday 10th Feb
This allows pupils to discuss observations and collect data from the activities on Light, Heat and Plasma. The pupils use press and point thermometers, spinners, plasma balls and neon lights. “Thank you for the opportunity of trying all the equipment. The children really enjoyed all the activities.”
This can take place in the classroom and two other adults are needed to help run two of the activities after the introduction by the workshop leader. The workshop leader will come to the school with all the equipment and materials for the workshop. The final timetable for the day will be organised with the workshop leader and the school.
Email sarah@spherescience.co.uk with good time to call or phone 07887 526260
Braintastic! Science - WHFT only, sorry!
AVAILABLE TO WHITE HORSE FEDERATION TRUST SCHOOLS ONLY
In this interactive science show students discover how the brain changes when we learn new things. Through a series of memory games and quizzes, we explore how memories are stored in the brain, and cover tips and tricks for making the most of their memories.
This will build on the Build a Neuron Challenge activity, as we look at how the structure of and connections between neurons change as you learn new things. But it will still work for anyone who hasn’t done the optional activity.
ExplorerDome, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
This event is now fully booked!
With Intel UK
This event is now fully booked!
With Intel UK
This event is now fully booked!
by Dr Jo.
Activity Pack and Kit list download
By Braintastic
Download Lesson Plan & Worksheet here
BY GASTRONAUT, SUPPORTED BY CATALENT
Download Quizsheet here!
