Be a materials investigator poster
Use this 2-page poster about materials to explore topic areas such as, properties, and the features of different materials.
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Materials investigators
Learn about the topic of materials and take on a real-life challenge investigating the properties of materials with a materials engineer.
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Material makers challenge
Explore the properties of materials with this hands-on real-world challenge including a range of exciting activities. Encourage your pupils to investigate materials with the Material Makers challenge, led by a real scientist, Anna.
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Spring science hunt (ages 7-11)
Twenty days of fun, curriculum-linked spring and Easter-related science, with quiz questions, daily 10-minute science activities and resources for diving deeper.
Spring science hunt (ages 4-7)
Twenty days of fun, curriculum-linked spring and Easter-related science, with quiz questions, daily 10-minute science activities and resources for diving deeper.
A guide for parents and carers of 4-11 year olds
This useful guide is a great tool for showcasing the best of Energising Futures and how it can be used at home. Parents and carers can discover what science capital is and how they can bring science alive at home.
Careers linked to materials poster
Inspire your pupils to think about potential future careers linked to learning about materials, with this poster.
Meet an architect poster
Inspire your pupils to think about a potential future career as an architect with this poster.
Meet a materials engineer poster
Inspire your pupils to think about a potential future career as a material scientist with this poster.
Meet a materials engineer video (9-11)
Watch Anna, a materials scientist working in the construction industry, describe her job and what inspired her to be become an expert in concrete.
Material investigators presentation
Use this presentation to lead pupils through the challenge, providing step-by-step instructions for investigating the strength of corrugated cardboard planks and designing their own innovative material.
Material investigators: Delivery guide
A brief teacher's guide outlining the challenge background, required equipment, and tips for using the resources effectively. This challenge focuses on 'materials' and provides real-world context for the curriculum topic of 'properties of materials.'