Whistlestop Science Weeks
Animals, Biodiversity & Habitats, Electricity, Forces, Light, Properties & Uses of Materials, Seasonal Change, Sound, Space, States of Matter
Practical Science, Subject Leader Support
5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Ready-to-go mini science events to liven up any classroom
Whistlestop Science Weeks are ready-made, themed, daily suggestions for short science activities, questions and challenges that children can do at home or in school. They are completely adaptable. Schools can choose to do a whole week or just a day, switch the days around, add or swap in additional activities.
Whistlestop Science Weeks were developed by Ali Eley (Outreach Director) and Kate Redhead (Regional Mentor), supported by PSTT Area Mentors.
What science conversations will happen during your Whistlestop Science Week? Why not share them on Twitter or at the GreatSciShare?
Themes
Electricity, Forces, Properties & Uses of Materials
Sport
Practical Science, Subject Leader Support | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Biodiversity & Habitats, Properties & Uses of Materials, States of Matter
Oceans
Practical Science, Subject Leader Support | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Animals, Light, Properties & Uses of Materials
Colourful Ink
Practical Science, Subject Leader Support | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
Forces, Properties & Uses of Materials
Paper
Practical Science, Subject Leader Support | 5-7, 7-9, 9-12
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The PSTT advises teachers to refer to either the CLEAPSS website or SSERC website for up to date health and safety information when planning practical activities for children.
The PSTT is not liable for the actions or activities of any reader or anyone else who uses the information in these resource pages or the associated classroom materials. The PSTT assumes no liability with regard to injuries or damage to property that may occur as a result of using the information contained in these resources. The PSTT recommends that a full risk assessment is carried out before undertaking in the classroom any of the practical investigations contained in the resources. Please note that the PSTT has created the Science at Work videos for children from aged 4 to 11 to watch with a parent, carer or teacher. The PSTT recommends to any adult concerned that children might be sensitive to the content of the video, that they watch it in advance of showing it to the children.
