Resources
Invisibility cloaks, flying broomsticks, magic doors - all the stuff of children's fantasy. But have you ever wondered if this magic could feasibly work? Roger Highfield explores the extraordinary world of the Harry...
Science of Healthy Skin
This resource aimed at older primary children, covers many aspects of working scientifically whilst learning about materials and their properties. The learning is based upon actual processes used in an industry which researches, develops and produces ingredients for a wide variety of applications. Letters from...
Science of learning
The purpose of The Science of Learning is to summarize the existing research from cognitive science related to how students learn, and connect this research to its practical implications for teaching and learning.
This document identifies six key questions about learning that should be relevant to nearly...
One of a series of titles for readers aged 9-11 dealing with various aspects of the physical sciences. Each title covers the theoretical background and history of its subject, and includes details of relevant...
With an introduction by Philip Pullman.Award-winning science writers Mary and John Gribbin reveal how Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy (Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife and The Amber Spyglass) is rooted in...
Problem solving is a topical teaching method employed in science education. This book looks at individual and group learning in science education; teaching strategies are fully illustrated with descriptions of projects, role play and coursework.The book stresses the importance of classroom tasks.
Superb presentation of the molecular and macroscopic properties of soap films and bubbles, including many demonstrations that can be readily performed with simple household materials. Emphasis on application of soap films to solution of physical problems, e.g. the motorway and minimum area problems. Over 120 black-...
Superb presentation of the molecular and macroscopic properties of soap films and bubbles, including many demonstrations that can be readily performed with simple household materials. Emphasis on application of soap films to solution of physical problems,
One of a series of titles for readers aged 9-11 dealing with various aspects of the physical sciences. Each title covers the theoretical background and history of its subject, and includes details of relevant...
Science of Stretching explains the scientific basis of stretching so that readers can apply stretching principles and techniques. Through illustrations, diagrams, charts, and figures, author Michael Alter clearly explains the physiology, neurophysiology, mechanics, and even the psychology of stretching. He then...