2018
Where: Lydiard Tregoze Primary, Swindon
When: May 2018
Workshop: Evolution Workshop
“The children were totally enthralled as they learnt about DNA in a completely child-friendly way. Lisa made the story of the changes in eye colour very accessible through the use of the “dinkies” and their dancing! The practical side of the workshop was brilliantly organised and the children loved getting hands on with strawberry DNA. The final results were really rewarding and we’re even getting some great instructional writing out of the workshop!” Mrs Richards, Year 6 teacher
“My favourite part was when we got to squash a strawberry and extract the DNA. I felt like a proper scientist!” Steven, Year 6
“I’ve never seen real DNA before but now I want to extract more and look at it under a microscope to compare it to other DNA. I want to find the bit that instructs it to grow juicy and sweet!” Olivia, Year 6
Where: Millbrook Primary School, Swindon
When: February – March 2018
Workshop: Four 1.5 hour sessions to fulfil the National Curricular requirements of the Evolution and Inheritance Module. Highly interactive and practical sessions with hands-on experience of fossils and DNA extraction.
“It’s great to have the subject taught with so much enthusiasm. Both children and staff have enjoyed it and learnt so much.“ – Mrs McDonald, Year 6 teacher
“Thanks for the lessons – I learnt a lot from you.“ – Grace, Year 6
“She loves it. She’s coming home and telling us all about it too.” – Year 6 Mum
Where: Brookvale Primary School, Birmingham
When: March 2018
Workshop: Forensics Workshop: “The Great Malteser Heist” (years 2 u0026amp; 4);
Evolution workshop (year 6)
“The children loved it! Year 4 were quite excitable, she handled them in a calm manner. All children were engaged, resources were plentiful allowing all to be involved. Explanations were clear.” – Mrs Patrick, Year 4 teacher
“I thought it was fabulous! The children are still talking about it. The children were completely hooked on the idea that they were finding the fruit that had stolen the maltesers. This meant their behaviour was excellent as they wanted to learn. The whole session was very well resourced and structured. They enjoyed having the opportunity to use scientific equipment. “ – Miss Halsey, Year 2 teacher
“The kids loved it and were engaged. Maybe add a little quiz as a plenary” – Miss Kaur, Year 6 teacher
2017
Where: Lydiard Tregoze Primary, Swindon
When: February u0026amp; March 2017
Workshop: Evolution u0026amp; Forensics Workshop
“ What an amazing, informative and fun workshop based around DNA. The children loved comparing DNA and trying to decipher who the kidnapper was. They are still buzzing,” Miss Sylvester, Year 5 teacher
“I really enjoyed learning about DNA because I learnt lots of new information. I found the workshop very interesting because I learnt what the investigators do to figure out the criminal’s true identity. The workshop included activities like going through the suspects to see who committed the crime using DNA.” Becky, Year 5
Where: Noremarsh Junior, Royal Wootten Bassett
When: March 2017
Workshop: Assembly for years 3-6 u0026amp; Evolution Workshop
“This was fantastic – we have all learnt lots and thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you.” – Mrs Card, Year 6 teacher
“You just blew my mind!” David, Year 6
Where: Devizes Primary, Wiltshire
When: March 2017 – WHF Science Festival
Workshop: Forensics Workshop
“Now I know how it works.” – Lucas, Year 4