Circuits animation
Use this animation, to provide context for an investigation into what happens when there is more than one bulb in a circuit.
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Animals, including humans, Everyday materials, Working scientifically, Forces, Properties and changes of materials
Discover how to make an unbreakable egg, investigate how to grow and shrink a bouncy egg, and take a close look at symmetry in nature with these fun, Easter-themed, low-prep practical activities.
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