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For our March issue we challenged readers to investigate a tree. This activity involved a lot of concentration and hard work, so well done to everyone who entered. Congratulations to our five lucky winners: Olesya, age 8, Colchester, UK Sophie, age 2.5 Durham, UK Santhana, age 9, Williamsville...
This crafty activity is perfect for any marine or freshwater-themed topic! Using filter paper is also a great and practical way to learn about the principles of absorption. Your completed masterpiece will look great hanging up at home or in the classroom! What you need: • Coffee filter paper • Wat...
1. They march endlessly to find a mate Every year (around April), emperor penguins take an extraordinary journey. They march all day and night, without stopping, across snow and ice to their breeding grounds in Antarctica. The journey can be up to 110km long (68 miles), and takes about a week. The...
For our April competition, we asked you to create some Easter egg decorations. We had some marvellous entries - what fun you all had making and transforming eggs into creatures and new ideas. Thank you to all who sent us your creations. Congratulations to our winners: Isabella, age 11, Saltbu...
This simple recipe is not only delicious and fun to make, but if using dairy-free margarine and chocolate, also completely vegan! Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or Gas Mark 4. Line two baking trays with greaseproof paper. Step 2: Cream together the margarine and sugar. Sift in t...
We invite you to inspect a tree close to your home or heart. This simple challenge will reveal lots of exciting things about a tree living right on your doorstep! What you'll need: • Paper • Clipboard • Crayons • String or tape measure • Bug pot or measuring glass • Tree or leaf identification cha...
For our February competition we asked readers to design their own Pokémon by combining animals and elements in an interesting way. Thank you to everyone who entered! This competition was one of the most popular yet, and all entries were very unique and creative making the judging extra-hard! Congrat...
Today celebrates the giants of the ocean! Raising awareness of these majestic creatures, World Whale Day inspires people to learn, fundraise and visit these beauties. With 78 species of whale in the world, there’s so much to learn about them. Here are five awesome things we thought you need to know ...
The elegant Japanese crane, with its striking black and white feathers and ‘red crown’, symbolises happiness and long life in Japan. There is even a Japanese legend in which it lives for 1,000 years! This crane appears in the art and artefacts of Ancient Japan. Today, its image is on everything from...
