Spring into Science: Fun Ways to Teach the Seasons Spring is an exciting time of year for young scientists! Flowers bloom, baby animals are born, and the days start getting longer and warmer. It’s the perfect season to explore the science of seasonal change with your boffins. In this post, we’ll share fun facts about spring, engaging ways to teach it, and simple science experiments to bring the season to life. The Science of Spring Spring arrives because of Earth’s tilt as it ...

Hosting a children’s party can feel like a daunting task, but with the right planning and a few clever tricks, you can create a fun-filled event that’s enjoyable for both kids and adults. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, a special achievement, or just gathering friends for a good time, this guide will help you run the perfect children's party with minimal stress and maximum fun! Step 1: Planning Ahead A great party starts with good planning. The earlier you start, the ...

For children under five, engaging with science isn't about complex theories but about nurturing their natural curiosity and understanding of the world. Introducing practical science in early years settings is not only beneficial but essential for their development. Why Science Matters in the Early Years Children are natural explorers, constantly questioning and investigating their surroundings. By incorporating science into early childhood education, we tap into this curiosity, helping children ...

Hands-on learning is really powerful in primary science education. Encouraging children to engage directly with scientific concepts through experiments fosters a deeper understanding and a lasting love for science. This method not only aligns with the natural curiosity of young learners but also helps them develop essential skills for problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. 1. Teaching abstract ideas Confucius may have said this a couple of millennia ago but it still holds true. We ...

It's Red Planet day so what better time to celebrate all that is wonderful about the 4th planet from the sun... Mars is known as the Red Planet because it's covered in dust and rocks made from iron oxide (rust!) Mars is home to the largest mountain in the solar system - Olympus Mons. It's a dormant volcano which is 16 miles high and 600 km across - a whopping 3 times taller than Everest. Mars has seasons just like Earth because it is also tilted on its axis Mars is a terrestrial planet which ...

One exciting day this week is 'Hug a Bear Day'. Whilst we would urge you to stay away from real bears and stick to giving your favourite teddy a hug - here are 5 great facts about bears to enjoy from a distance.  _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Polar Bears have an extra bone on their wrist that looks a bit like a thumb. This helps them hold the bamboo ...

It's the most wonderful time of the year (for us scientists at least!) as it gives us excuses for some great experiments. Have a go at these and let us know how you get on !

It's reptile awareness day so here are our top 10 reptile facts...

To celebrate St David's day, we're taking a look at some of the most intriguing inventions to come out of Wales...

This was the view from my garden yesterday and one of the geekiest things about living in Calderdale with all its hills and valleys. Often we wake up in Spring and Autumn and it looks like the valley below has filled with fog. So what is Valley Fog (or mountain fog, depending on your perspective I suppose!)? Overnight as the air cools it becomes more dense and will sink to the dip in the bottom of the valley, if it gets cold enough for the water droplets in the air to condense, fog will form ...