Learning Resources
Over the years we have created a variety of plant and microbial science resources designed for scientists of all ages. On this page you will find links to activities and resources that you can do at home or in school.
Plant Microbe Explorers
The Plant Microbe Explorers resources are lesson plans aimed to inspire enthusiasm for plants and microbes. The lesson plans are built for Key Stage 2, but could be adapted for Key Stage 1 and have links to Working scientifically and Living things and their habitats as part of the National Curriculum. This project is a collaboration between JIC, the SAW Trust and the Youth STEMM Award.
- Plant Challenge Teacher Notes
- Plant Challenge Slides
- Build-a-Bug Teacher Notes
- Build-a-Bug Slides
- Build-a-Bug Booklet
- Microbe Investigation Teacher Notes
Exploring DNA
Exploring Plants
- Understanding Photosynthesis
- Exploring Stomata
- Visualising Xylem
- Evolution of Plants
- How Plants Evolved on Land (video)