Science Fix
There are lots of primary science experiment ideas to try at school or in early years settings. They include useful background science information.
OLogy
OLogy is a science website for children. It has been produced by the American Museum of Natural History. It is packed with information and includes videos, quizzes and activities to try at home and school.
Our Animals
A wonderful digital book about Australian animals which makes a super non-fiction text. It also includes informative videos about the animals which show how they live in the wild.
What is an Insect?
What is an insect? is an interactive e-book explores the amazing world of insects while showing the characteristics and diversity of insects. It has beautiful photos.
Frog Life Cycle
An illustrated account of the frog life cycle written with two text levels of difficulty. A non-fiction text resource with photographs. Suitable for IWB.
Nocturnal Animals
A wonderful site with clear concise information about bats, owls, badgers, foxes and hedgehogs. Facts include food, habitats, special features and family. A super non-fiction resource.
Science Sparkles
At Science Sparks they are passionate about making science fun for kids and they have devised lots of easy science activities using equipment and materials commonly found around the home.
Practical Action Schools Resources
Free STEM resources for teachers include lesson plans, PowerPoints, activities, posters, challenges, images, videos and games all set around global issues including energy, climate change and disaster risk reduction.
WWF Teaching Resources
Teaching resources from the World Wildlife Fund including lesson plans, suggested topics for discussion and project ideas.
Food a Fact of Life
Free resources for teaching young people aged 3-16 years about where food comes from, cooking and healthy eating.