Resources

Make a non-Newtonian fluid

This Catalyst article includes a recipe on how to make a non-Newtonian fluid which flows in strange and unexpected ways.

This article is from Catalyst: Secondary Science Review 2016, Volume 26, Issue 4.

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Make a paper aeroplane launcher

In this project learners will learn about flight and making a successful paper aeroplane. They will make their own launching mechanism to propel their plane further than they could throw it. Finally, they will test their launchers and observe how they work.

This activity could be used as a main lesson...

Make a playdough electrical circuit

In this activity from the IET, pupils learn about conductors and insulators of electricity, ionic and covalent bonds, as well as closed circuits, whilst creating their own playdough electrical circuits.  The resource also includes a wordsearch to reinforce vocabulary and support assessment of understanding.

Make a pyramid

This is one of a series of resources developed by the Institution of Engineering and Technology inspired by the achievements of the ancient Egyptians. It uses...

Make a radio receiver

This activity makes use of the theme of World War 2 to explore how FM radio was used by the Allied forces during the war.

Learners will assemble a circuit that acts as an FM radio receiver and then test their circuit to see how well it works.

This is a challenging activity that involves assembling a...

Make a Robinson anemometer

This is one of a set of resources developed to support the teaching of the primary national curriculum. They are designed to support the delivery of key topics within science and design and technology. This resource focusses on the manufacture of an anemometer from household items.

This anemometer has a...

Make a sensor to test a waterlogged pitch

This is one of a series of resources designed to allow learners to use the theme of the men’s football World Cup to develop their knowledge and skills in design and technology and engineering. This resource focuses on making and testing a moisture sensor that referees can use to check the playability of the pitch...

Make a snow globe

In this resource from the IET, pupils learn about materials, density and waterproofing, whilst creating their own Christmas snow globes from empty jam jars and biodegradable glitter. The resources provided include full lesson guidance and a...

Make a spider's web

In this activity learners will make a spider’s web decoration, using threads to make their own spiders web on a card backing.

This activity could be used as a main lesson activity to teach about threading and simple textiles hand-making skills. It could also be used as part of wider scheme of learning...

Make a steady hand game

This is one of a set of resources developed to support the teaching of the primary national curriculum. They are designed to support the delivery of key topics within science and design and technology. This resource focusses on the assembly and testing of a steady hand game, to support understanding of how simple...