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The Cycle of Plastic

Seven lessons exploring the full life cycle of plastic, from manufacture to disposal. Guided by scientists through videos and practical activities, children investigate materials, recycling, sustainability and the impact of everyday choices.

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Play Observe & Ask

Activities, strategies, provision, and examples of children (ages 3-5) learning science to support EYFS practitioners.

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Science & STEM Clubs

Ready-to-use resources for running extra-curricular science and STEM clubs, providing hands-on investigations and practical activities. Includes Children’s University accreditation.

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Common Misconceptions

Short articles describing common misconceptions in science topics and guidance on how to address them.

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Whistlestop Science Weeks

Ready-to-go mini science events to liven up any classroom.

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UK Wildlife

Resources to develop children’s observational skills and encourage thinking and talking about wildlife in the UK.

a close up image of small, colourfully painted pumpkins, decorated with various sizes of black dots

Sketchbook Science

A set of eight projects for children to learn and apply both scientific and artistic skills

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Bright Ideas Time

Bright Ideas Time is suitable for children of all ages and abilities. It does not need to take more than 10 minutes and can take place at any time in the lesson.

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Did you know?

Did you know? resources explain cutting-edge research to children with articles and helpful teacher guides.

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Pictures for Talk

A collection of ten ‘Pictures for Talk’ previously featured in PSTT’s Why&How magazine.

Watercolour illustration of flowers and tree branches. From the book The Molliebird.

The Molliebird

An evolution story

Primary science skills

Primary Science Skills & How to Teach Them

Strategies and activities to support upper primary children (aged 7-11) to develop a range of scientific skills.

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