Density Tower
Kitchen Science
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Sessions and Resources
for 'Thinktank'
Sessions
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Chemistry Discovery Day, States of MatterSee our amazing ‘magical’ experiments! In our accelerated day pupils will experiment with solids, liquids and gases in ways that will blow your socks off. In our live science show, be amazed by di...
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Physics Discovery Day, ForcesIn this discovery day, your pupils will explore forces and their effects. Using a lively science show we will take pupils on a journey to the Thinktank fairground based on magnetism, air resistan...
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Biology Discovery Day, Humans and AnimalsOur biology day will take your pupils on a fascinating journey that helps us understand our body and the natural world. Over the day pupils will experience a live science show to see what happens ...
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A Germs JourneyEncourage children to understand the importance of washing their hands as they discover the super science behind the germs that live around, on and inside of us! Journey around the city to explore...
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Space Discovery Day3,2,1…Blast off! Your space mission has started. In this accelerated learning day pupils will learn about the stars and constellations visible that night, find out how the Sun, Moon and Earth move...
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Destination Space: One Big JourneyExplore what life is like for the entire space crew of scientists, engineers, trainers and astronauts. From launching rockets, docking at the Internati...
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ExoMarsJoin us in the Thinktank lab to take on the role of the ExoMars rover. In this workshop pupil will be drilling into Martian soil to take sampl...
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Planetarium: Journey into the CellFly into both an animal and a plant cell to discover a microscopic world. This show takes place in our 360 degree planetarium. Learn about organelles in an animal cell and compare them to a plant ...
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Planetarium: Out into OrbitTravel deep into the solar system, in this presenter-led 360 degree planetarium show. Pupils will learn where the constellations have come from and how to spot the most famous ones. <span sty...
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Planetarium: Exploring the AtomOur bespoke animations allow learners to investigate the structure and contents of the atom in a unique way. The show takes place in our 360 degree planetarium...
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Destination Space: Exploring the James Webb TelescopeThe James Webb Space Telescope will revolutionise our knowledge of the early universe using technology developed right here in the UK. This wo...
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Planetarium: Earth and BeyondView the night sky as never before, in this presenter-led 360 degree planetarium show. Your pupils will learn about the stars and constellatio...
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Destination Space: SpaceportsThe UK is a world leader in satellite design and construction, but currently there are no facilities to launch these craft into space from the UK. Can your stu...
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Forensic Investigators - Jewellery Heist!A gang of robbers has stolen some valuable goods from a jewellery shop! Learners must become forensic investigators and use a variety of real life techniques to help crack the case. In t...
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Explore Your UniverseOur eyes can only see using visible light, but there’s an entire spectrum of other stuff to see if we use the right equipment. Join us on a tour of the electromagnetic spectrum as we experiment ...
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Rocket ScienceBecome a rocket scientist and discover how to make your very own rocket. By following the basic principles of rocket construction and propulsion your pupils will construct their very own rocket, e...
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Dinosaur DiscoveryBy handling fossils and replicas, pupils will learn about prehistoric life, dinosaurs, predators and prey, and food chains. The session is designed to be hands-on, passing around exciting and cu...
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PCR Discovery DayThis full-day session gives students practical experience of the processes involved in PCR whilst trying to solve background-color: transp...
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The Science of SportGet your head around how science is applied and used in the real world. In this lively and interactive show, we use sports to explain the scie...
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Cracking CodingThe Raspberry Pi is a credit card sized computer invented in the UK which is ideal for learners taking their first steps in coding. In this workshop we will be getting creative with code and usi...
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Forces and FrictionLet pupils explore the golden rules of forces and be blown away by our air cannons. Learners will test and record the effectiveness of magnets...
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We’re going on a Bear HuntIn this re-telling of the classic story, a search for clues to the location of the elusive bear leads us to discover the signs left behind by British wildlife. Pupils will find out how footprint...
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Changing MaterialsEnter the Thinktank science lab and discover a world of ever changing materials and substances. This session has astounding demonstrations and exciting hands-on experiments working with solids, li...
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Energy ShowLearn that energy cannot be created or destroyed in this interactive show. Consider the difference between energy transfers and stores as we electrocute a teacher, explode rocket fuel and get read...
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Rocks Around UsDiscover that not all hard things are rocks and that some have surprising properties. Pupils will identify a selection of minerals and their properties to learn why these themselves are not rocks,...
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Amazing AnimalsLearn about classification, predators and prey, and camouflage using our amazing natural history collection. Linking to their existing understanding of the natural environment and the British Is...
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Colour Me A RainbowJoin us for ‘The Colourful Tale of King Opaque’ as he turns his castle from being dark and gloomy to bright and colourful. In this interactive story, your pupils will learn about sources of ligh...
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Planetarium: Night DomeTake a magical journey through the night sky with your pupils, in this presenter-led 360 degree planetarium show. See the sky filled with stars and watch as they change into pictures of the conste...
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Our Amazing BodiesOur bodies are truly amazing and this workshop explores how special they are! This session looks at the five senses and how they inform us about the world. It highlights the importance of eating a...
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Cauldron ChemistrySee our chemistry team perform amazing ‘magical’ experiments. Learn about solids, liquids and gases in ways that will blow your socks off! You...
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Electrifying ScienceEver wanted to shock your students?  Come see some hair-raising electrifying experiments! </span...
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Luminous LightFind out all about light! Take part in the ‘Make or Fake’ light source quiz that answers important questions like why can we see the moon at night and why do fireflies make their bottoms glow?...
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Space MissionBlast off on your very own space mission! Your pupils will attend Astronaut Academy and build the Sun, Moon and Earth out of people to see how they move in space. background-colo...
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Under Your SkinWhat happens to your food as it goes through the body? Pupils will discover all about the human b...
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