Science answers many of life’s important questions and helps us to make sense of the world. It also equips children with vital skills for the future such as problem-solving and critical thinking that are needed to make decisions. The careers that it can offer are prestigious too with the average science-related career earning a salary of £47,500 in the UK. To grow your child’s interest in science, here are a few activities that you can do with them below from a prep school in Surrey.
Science Kits
In the STEM section of any toy store, you will find science kits that your child can use to practice experiments at home and broaden their knowledge. They offer a fun and interactive way of learning which can help those that learn through hands-on activities.
Developing Theories
Science aims to improve our understanding of the world and requires developing theories. You can spur your child’s inner scientist by asking them questions about the world around them and encouraging them to put their ideas to the test.
Outdoor Play
Outdoor play, again, is an interactive means by which you can explore science with your child. There are lots to unpack and explore from how rainwater and the soggy ground dries to how plants grow.
Cooking
Cooking is very similar and scientific to a certain degree. It teaches children about different chemical processes and encourages them to experiment. It can be used to demonstrate everything from particles to conduction and convection.
Explore Science Attractions
The UK is home to many science attractions such as Leicester’s National Space Centre which houses the UK’s largest planetarium and a 42m rocket tower. They give children the opportunity to explore how magnificent the world is and can alight their passion. While there, they have the opportunity to watch live science shows and gain expert knowledge that they wouldn’t be able to at school.
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