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Year 10 & 11
Year 10 & 11
Read
Biology - Y10
An international peer-reviewed science journal, connecting students from over 50 countries.
Chemistry - Y10
"Periodic Tales: The Curious Lives of the Elements" by Hugh Aldersey-Williams: A lively exploration of the periodic table, blending science, history, and culture.
Physics - Y10
Read this article about Katherine Johnson and watch the YouTube video within it.
Biology - Y11
A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson: This is an absolute must-read! While it covers all sciences, Bryson's engaging, humorous, and accessible style makes complex topics digestible and fascinating.
Chemistry - Y11
“Stuff Matters: Exploring the Marvellous Materials That Shape Our Man-Made World" by Mark Miodownik
Physics - Y11
“Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life” by Helen Czerski – Accessible and full of real-world examples of physics in action.
Listen
Biology - Y10
https://open.spotify.com/show/5lY4b5PGOvMuOYOjOVEcb9
Encourages critical thinking and scientific literacy, relevant to current events, and presented in an engaging way.
Chemistry - Y10
Physics - Y10
Listen to an interview with Katherine Johnson.
What Matters - Katherine Johnson: NASA Pioneer and "Computer"
Biology - Y11
The Naked Scientists Podcast | Podcast on Spotify
High-quality, interviews with real scientists provide fantastic insight and cover a broad range of scientific topics, including cutting-edge biology research.
Chemistry - Y11
Physics - Y11
Podcast: BBC “13 Minutes to the Moon” – A gripping series explaining the science and engineering behind the Apollo missions.
Watch
Biology - Y10
Inside Nature’s Giants – Wildlife Documentary Series - YouTube
A team of anatomists and biologists dissect large animals (like whales, elephants, crocodiles) to understand their unique adaptations and inner workings.
Chemistry - Y10
Physics - Y10
Watch the film ‘Hidden Figures’.
Biology - Y11
Fast-paced, informative, and often humorous animated videos that cover a huge range of biology topics, from basic cell biology to evolution and ecology.
Chemistry - Y11
Physics - Y11
Watch this documentary on Marconi
The invention of wireless communication by Guglielmo Marconi
YouTube Channel: Physics Girl – Dianna Cowern explores fun, visually explained physics phenomena.
Research
Biology - Y10
Research an animal or plant of your choice and make a list of all of
the adaptations that they have and how they enable them to
survive.
Chemistry - Y10
Research the properties and uses of Graphene
Physics - Y10
Research the NASA ‘Human Computers’.
Biology - Y11
As a BioNet member (free for students), you get access to "The Biologist" e-magazine, a student e-newsletter, and resources about careers in biology.
Chemistry - Y11
Research the role of Catalysts in Industry. Research how catalysts speed up chemical reactions in industrial processes like the Contact process or catalytic converters in cars.
Physics - Y11
Topic: Research how mobile phones use electromagnetic waves. Present on different types of waves (radio, microwaves) and their role in communication.
Visit
Y10 - Visit the world museum and Take a dive into the deep-blue aquarium, with bigger tanks, new species and immersive projections.
Y10 - Visit the World Museum and go to the Space and Time Exhibit on Floor 5.
Y11 - Visit the World Museum. Try to attend the Survival secrets: exploring animal adaptation workshop. The workshop covers the biology and adaptations of a wide range of animals that live in the museum’s Aquarium and Bug House collection.
Y11 - Physics
Location: Catalyst Science Discovery Centre (Widnes) – Includes interactive exhibits on materials, energy, and chemical physics.
Creative
Biology - Y10
Present a fictional outbreak scenario (e.g., a mysterious illness spreading through Liverpool). Take on roles as epidemiologists, microbiologists, and public health officials. Research the disease, propose methods of investigation (e.g., data collection, lab tests), and design a public health campaign (posters, social media messages) to inform and protect the community.
Chemistry - Y10
Create a simple model of Graphene
Physics - Y10
Create a poster about the Human Computers at NASA.
Biology - Y11
Choose a complex biological ethical dilemma (e.g., gene editing in humans, de-extinction, animal testing, organ donation policies).Research different viewpoints and participate in structured debates or a mock trial.
Chemistry - Y11
Create a simple catalyst model using LEGO or beads
Physics - Y11
Activity: Build a working model of a Newton’s Cradle or a Rube Goldberg machine using household items, demonstrating conservation of energy.
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