Here’s a quick idea for teaching about properties of materials, and in particular linking the use of the material to its properties. It would fit in nicely in the year 2 Uses of Everyday Materials Unit. It’s called Silly Materials. Ask the children to...
I’m really pleased to announce that my Science Fix book is now available to buy! This book is the distilled knowledge of 17 years of delivering Initial Teacher Education in several primary SCITTs, hundreds of Primary Science CPD sessions I have delivered as well...
Here are some ideas for festive science investigations that you could try with a class or at home. What material makes the strongest paper chain? You’ll need Different paper / card Sellotape or glue sticks Forcemeters or weights Ask the children to make paper...
Cognitive science is gaining increasing influence in education and many existing and developing educational approaches are described as ‘inspired by cognitive science’. Many of these approaches have been long practiced or described as effective pedagogy without any...
With many of us experiencing lockdown right now due to the coronavirus outbreak, there’s plenty of parents looking for support with homeschooling their children. I’ve been getting quite a few requests for ideas for websites and resources that parents can...
