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Surprising Science Magic Show KS3+

Can you find the sneaky science behind the tricks and curious objects? This show encourages scientific enquiry and critical thinking skills.

Surprising Science Magic Show KS3+

This show is packed with science tricks, stunts and puzzles. The presenter Dr Matt challenges the audience to discover the sneaky scientific secrets behind the surprising illusions.

This is not just an awe and wonder show but one that encourages scientific enquiry and critical thinking skills. Along the way the audience will be taught a host of science tricks using everyday household objects that they can go away and try later; extending the learning and providing teachers with lots of follow-up opportunities.

During the show Dr Matt will share his background and love of science.

National Curriculum links: Scientific Enquiry, Forces, Electromagnetism, and Psychology.

What is the maximum audience size for the shows?

Dr Matt specialises in offering assembly based school shows that are fast paced, interactive and full of demonstrations. There's no limit to the audience size as long as the audience can see and hear. Depending upon the acoustics of the room and audience numbers, you may need to provide a PA system and microphone. 

How long do the shows last?

A show will typically last between 45-60 minutes. The exact length can be tailored to your timetable and audience age. A day booking includes up to 3 performances.

Cost

Booking a day visit will typically be charged £800 plus travel from Birmingham. No additional expenses.

Learning outcomes

  • Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects

  • Develop engineering employability skills

  • Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering

Subjects and topics

    • Design and Technology
    • Engineering
    • Maths
    • Physics
    • Design, art and fashion
    • Electronics, robotics and programming
    • General engineering
    • Materials, products and manufacturing
    • Mechanical engineering, systems and processes
    • Space and aerospace engineering
    • Structures, construction and civil engineering

Gatsby benchmarks

The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:

  • Learning from career and labour market information
  • Linking curriculum learning to careers

Essential skills

The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:

  • Creativity - Using imagination and generating new ideas

  • Problem solving - Finding solutions to challenges

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