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Science in My Area

Investigate one local plant, animal, or environmental feature. Present your findings in a mini fact file, including where it's found, how it survives, and any dangers it faces. 

Scientist Spotlight

Choose a scientist (past or present) and create a one-page biography. Include what they discovered, why it’s important, and one interesting fact that surprised you. 

Create 

Create a superhero whose powers are based on scientific principles (e.g. photosynthesis, magnetism, gravity). Include a drawing and a short paragraph describing their powers and how they use science to help others. 

Create a comic that explains a science process or life cycle (e.g. the water cycle, food chains, pollination) in a fun, story-based way that helps others understand the concept. 

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Science Show-and-Tell

Prepare a 2-minute talk on a science-related object from home (e.g. a plant, magnet, fossil, or kitchen item). Explain its properties, how it works, and why it's interesting scientifically. 

Debate: Should We Live on Mars?

Record or perform a short argument either for or against humans colonising Mars. Use facts about space, survival, and technology to support your opinion.

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What colour is a polar bear's fur?

Write a news report about what you think is the most important scientific discovery.

Create

Create a 3D model of a plant and animal cell.

Research and include as much detail as you can.

Attend a science club lunchtime session.

Oracy

Listen to the news and make a note of any news related to science that you can research further.

Create a song to remember the first 20 elements in the periodic table.

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Explore renewable energy and its role in tackling climate change 

Research one type of renewable energy (e.g. solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, or bioenergy). Find out: 

• How it works 
• Its advantages and disadvantages 
• Where it is used in the UK or globally 
• How it could help reduce carbon emissions

Create 

Design a board game on a science topic of your choice. 

Create a board game that helps players learn about a science topic you’ve studied (e.g. cells, forces, the periodic table, ecosystems). Think about: 

• The rules of the game 
• How players move or score points 
• How science questions or challenges are included

Oracy 

Prepare a talk or debate on a ‘hot’ science topic. 

Choose a recent science-related news story (e.g. AI in medicine, climate protests, space exploration). Prepare a short talk or debate argument: 

• What is the issue? 
• What are the different viewpoints? 
• What is your opinion and why?

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Explore the science behind sustainable energy sources and evaluate their potential to replace fossil fuels in the future. This task encourages you to investigate real-world applications, scientific principles, and global challenges related to energy production and consumption. 

Choose one sustainable energy source to research in depth. Examples include: 

• Solar power 
• Wind energy 
• Hydroelectric power 
• Geothermal energy 
• Biomass energy 
• Nuclear fusion (stretch topic) 

Research and present findings on the following: 

• Scientific principles behind how the energy source works. 
• Technological developments enabling its use. 
• Environmental impact compared to fossil fuels. 
• Economic and social factors affecting its adoption. 
• Case studies of countries or companies using this energy source effectively. 

Stretch Challenge (optional): 

• Investigate how your chosen energy source could be used in space exploration or in developing countries. 
• Explore the role of AI or nanotechnology in improving energy efficiency.

Create 

Use your scientific knowledge and creativity to design a sustainable habitat for humans to live on Mars. This task blends biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science with engineering and design thinking.

You are part of a team of scientists and engineers tasked with designing a self-sustaining Martian habitat for a crew of astronauts. Your habitat must support life, provide energy, recycle resources, and protect inhabitants from the harsh Martian environment. 

Your design must include: 

Life Support Systems: 

• How will oxygen be produced? 
• How will water be sourced and recycled? 
• How will food be grown or supplied? 

Energy Solutions: 

• What energy source(s) will power the habitat? 
• How will energy be stored and distributed? 

Protection from the Environment: 

• How will you shield inhabitants from radiation, dust storms, and extreme temperatures? 

Scientific Justification: 

• Explain the science behind your choices (e.g., photosynthesis, solar panels, insulation materials). 

Creative Presentation: 

• Create a model, poster, digital blueprint, or animated video to showcase your habitat. 
• Include diagrams, labels, and short explanations.

Oracy 

Create a short podcast episode exploring a scientific discovery, invention, or theory that has had a major impact on the world.

Research Your Topic 

Find out: 

• Who was involved in the discovery or invention? 
• What scientific principles are behind it? 
• How did it change the way we live or think? 
• What are the ethical, environmental, or social implications?

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Interested in becoming a medic?

Take a look at this website for information on volunteering and exams.

Find out how humans and insects evolved different eyes.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each type of eye?

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Make a 'silver' egg. 

Enter this annual science competition from Oxford University.

Click here for more information.

Oracy

Listen to podcasts about different elements in the periodic table.

Ask your class teacher for a copy of their dissertation to read.