The best Mary Anning books for kids
If you’re exploring the exciting world of fossils with your children, Mary Anning is definitely someone to introduce them to. A British woman from a humble background, her work on fossils in the 1800s has had a huge impact on what we know about prehistoric life today. For a quick guide to her life and […]
Working Scientifically with the Great Science Share for Schools
For this post, Wonder at the World welcomes Aneta Garvey from the Science & Engineering Education Research and Innovation Hub at Machester University. Find out about The Great Science Share for Schools (GSSfS), an annual international campaign to inspire children to ask, investigate and share scientific questions with new audiences. Great Science Share for Schools […]
Inspiring Children with Amazing Women in Science
If you’re anything like me, you might find the phrase ‘female scientist’ a bit weird. After all, a scientist is a scientist regardless of sex, right? But one thing is for sure, traditionally females have been underrepresented in STEM careers (science, technology, engineering, and maths). The UNESCO Institute for Statistics reported that in the world […]
Why your students should learn about scientist Jane Goodall
In the world of science, some people stand out as being especially inspiring and impactful. Jane Goodall is one of those people. Her pioneering work with primates has not only expanded our understanding of these incredible animals but has also broken barriers for women in science. Introducing your primary students to Jane Goodall and her […]