Make a compass
The science bit The metal needle is made up of things called domains that are all pointing in different directions. By rubbing the magnet against the sewing needle, you made the domains all point in the same direction – or in … Continued
Grow from scraps
Focus This is a fun project to do with food leftovers. Even if you don’t have the space to plant until they grow into edible veg, it’s fun to watch them sprout and grow in different ways and speeds anyway. … Continued
Loo roll bird feeder
Focus Do some upcycling and nature-loving at the same time. These are really easy to make, you can hang them anywhere and birds will flock to your bird cafe. You could also find out what birds are coming to gobble … Continued
Gardening under glass
Focus With so many people living in urban environments with no or limited garden, closed terrariums are making a come back. This is a great way to give children without a garden a touch of green fingers. The terrarium works … Continued
Robot hands
Focus The science and innovation of robotics has changed everyone’s lives. Robotic arms are used in manufacturing such as making cars and robotic prosthetic hands can enable people who have lost their limb to do everyday things. Have a go at … Continued
Seeing sounds
Focus Sound travels in waves which we cant see. Doing this activity you can see the vibration of sound. So when you make noise, waves of sound are created and travel through the air. When you hear the waves, our eardrums vibrate and the waves go into … Continued
