Build a Model of the SOLAR SYSTEM in this planets homeschooling lesson. Watch the full free homeschooling video on Minerva Tutors TV What you’ll need to build and mount your planets At least 9 balloons Paper mache (strips of newspaper and glue/flour and water) String A coat hanger Paint and paint brushes Instructions building the solar system in your planets … Read More
Lesson 6: Spy School – Invisible Ink, Cyphers and Codes
Welcome to Spy School SECRET AGENT SKILLS Here at Spy School, our resident Secret Agent trainer, Sadie, taught us about four types of secret code used throughout history – from the time of the Tudors to the present day. With your help, she cracked the clues and stopped a gross SLIME EXPLOSION attack in London! Here’s a reminder of the … Read More
Lesson 5: Build A Volcano And Watch It Erupt
You can watch the video here but you’ll need the instructions written below so have both tabs open: Minerva Tutors TV What you’ll need to build your volcano– Cardboard (a cut open cereal box is ideal, a base with slight folded-up sides)– Plastic bottle (330ml up to 2l – the size and shape will dictate the proportions of your volcano!)– … Read More
Lesson 4: Make A “Bug House” With Items From Home
Build your own insect empire in your garden. Here’s a step by step guide into how to make a BUG HOUSE Step 1 – Building a strong stable framework This can be made from tube-like structure such as tin cans, cardboard tubes, cut open plastic bottles, old flowerpots or small wooden boxes. The idea is to tape, glue or tie … Read More
Lesson 3: Write Your Own Autobiography
Writing about yourself is a fantastic skill to learn. English tutor Kaiya has designed some simple exercises to help you improve. All you’ll need is a pen and paper, or computer. Send us in what you’ve come up with. Enjoy! Here are some exercises to help you to begin writing about yourself List three names you’re known by This could … Read More
Lesson 2: Make Your Own Liquid Armour
Non-Newtonian fluids, how to make your own liquid armour or indestructible gloop from the comfort of your home and with every day items. Equipment Corn starch, about ¼ cup or 60cm3 Water, about ¼ cup of 60cm3 A bowl for mixing Newspaper Kitchen roll or something to wipe your hands with Method This is how you make your own liquid … Read More
Lesson 1: Build and Launch a Rocket With Items From The House!
How To Build A Rocket In Your Kitchen And Launch It In Your Garden Ever wanted to build and launch a rocket at home? Chief Science Tutor Jack shows everyone how this is done. Equipment Empty plastic bottle, 330ml works well Vinegar, about 100ml Baking soda, 1 tablespoon Cork to fit the bottle Wooden sticks or pencils, 3 or 4 … Read More
