Celebrated every 10th November, World Science Day highlights the important role of science in society and our daily lives. It also underscores the role scientists play in broadening our understanding of this remarkable planet we call home and in making our societies more sustainable.
🧑🔬 What Is Science?
Can you think like a scientist? According to NASA Space Place (whose mission is to inspire and enrich kids' learning of space and Earth science through fun games, hands-on activities, informative articles and engaging short videos), science is a mystery and your students are invited to become detectives and join in the fun! Learn more about What Science Is!
🧑🔬 Science & Wonders
Have you ever visited Wonderlab+, the website for children and young learners from the Science Museum Group? Your students are invited to play games, do quizzes, watch videos and get inspired to learn more about science. A good starting point is the videos page; motivate your English learners to find out if their breakfast can power a light and how they can use Isaac Newton's laws of motion to make a rocket fly!
🧑🔬 The Science Quiz
What do your English students know about science? This quiz can help them to present scientific topics in ten different areas! Are they ready? Hmm... Just click here: The Science Quiz!
🧑🔬 My Scientist Hero
Have your students write a story about their favourite scientist hero. Yeah, we know... When most students hear the word 'hero', they think of superheroes or brave knights and soldiers. But all these scientists who have changed the world deserve our admiration for their great achievements and they could be our favourite heroes, right?
The incredible story of the discovery of penicillin could inspire your English learners. What do they know about Sir Alexander Fleming and the accidental discovery of the most widely used antibiotic in the world? Explain that most people know this story not just because it's about one of the most important discoveries in medical history, but also because it's a great, attention-grabbing story. Ask your students to think out of the box and write a story that will grab the attention of all readers too!
🧑🔬 Science Documentaries & Films
Your students often say that they don’t have time to do their English homework… but they do find time to watch countless TV shows and films, right? So, why not take advantage of their addiction to the screen?
Embrace the different ways technology can contribute to the learning process and ask your English learners to watch a science documentary or film, write a review about it and present it to the class.From shows that unravel the mysteries of the universe to documentaries that focus on the fascinating work of epidemiologists, there are so many options for your students. They just have to grab some popcorn and get ready to sharpen their language, writing and presentation skills!
