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Perfect planet

This activity for gifted and talented students introduces some of the fascinating worlds outside our own solar system. Students begin by learning about the conditions which might make a planet habitable. They then study data about exoplanets, and evaluate evidence to...

Perfect plant salad

From the British Nutrition Foundation, in partnership with the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB...

Perfect properties

The development of the jet engine is engineering at its most extreme. In this activity, students analyse data to choose materials with suitable properties for different parts of the jet engine.  

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The author draws on his years of experience as a science learner, teacher and trainer to reveal the habits and mindsets of great science learners and teachers - and shows how these mindsets and habits can be taught....

Many schools are now recognising that using a coaching model is the best way to make sustainable improvements in teaching and learning across all departments. This book presents a simple and practical guide to making...

This title looks at how schools can move away from the 'one size fits all' approach to CPD that still exists in a number of them, to a CPD programme that will appeal to a range of teachers, unlocking the potential...

This item is one of over 25,000 physical resources available from the Resources Collection. The Archive Collection covers over 50 years of curriculum development in the STEM subjects. The Contemporary Collection includes the latest publications from UK educational publishers.

This item is one of over 25,000 physical resources available from the Resources Collection. The Archive Collection covers over 50 years of curriculum development in the STEM subjects. The Contemporary Collection includes the latest publications from UK educational publishers.

Performing Number Magic A9

In this resource from the DfE Standards Unit, students analyse simple number 'tricks', and explain how they work, using algebra. They then try to create their own variants of the trick, making it more impressive. Students will: develop an understanding of linear expressions and equations; make simple conjectures...

Performing Under Pressure

This resource looks at how people create strategies to help them cope with pressure and stressful situations such as performing in front of others or taking examinations. Psychologists have looked at how sportsmen and women cope with pressure to see if the strategies they use would also work for ordinary people. As...