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Biology Workshop for Schools
Biology workshops for schools
This workshop covers cells, microorganisms, and photosynthesis. It is designed to enhance the knowledge of biology topics taught in school classrooms with fun practicals. Our activities with the use of microscopes will allow students to view organisms with stunning detail at a magnification of 1000x.
Format
Primary: 4 sessions x 1 hr 15 mins or
2 sessions x 2 hrs 30 mins
(30 participants per session)
Secondary: 4 sessions x 1 hr 15 mins or
2 sessions x 2 hrs 30 mins
(20 participants per session)
Age Groups
Y3 - Y11, Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Examine Plant Cells
Students will examine prepared onion epidermis plant cells under a microscope.
Examine Bacteria Slides
Students will examine various bacteria cells under a microscope to better understand microorganisms.
Observe Photosynthesis
Conduct a practical to observe oxygen produced during photosynthesis with algae submerged in water.
Day Itinerary*
Primary and Secondary
- Intro - We will start the day by discussing what cells are and the differences between animal and plant cells.
- Practical - We will introduce children to the microscopes we will be using for the examination of cells and explore all different parts of the microscope.
- Practical - We will give students microscope slides of onion cells and view them under a microscope at different magnifications.
- Short Theory - We will discuss features of microorganisms including bacteria and viruses.
- Practical - We will then give students microscope slides of bacteria to view under the microscopes.
- Short Theory - We will discuss the process of photosynthesis and how plants produce food.
- Practical - We will give students plant material to place inside a test tubes and observe how oxygen bubbles are produced during photosynthesis in plants.
* The activities may vary on the day depending on the length of the sessions and the age and ability of the participants.
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