Primary school sessions

Although the museum is currently closed, we are still keen to engage with schools and groups and can offer digital and/or outreach versions of our learning sessions from early years to adult groups on Wednesdays and Fridays. Sessions typically last up to an hour and include practical and craft activities to do at home or at school, looking at objects or pictures of objects and a chance to ask questions. Contact Alison Giles, our learning coordinator, on are26@cam.ac.uk to discuss how we can help you.

Inventions and Discoveries

Key themes: Maths, Science, Geography and Art

Age range: KS1 and KS2

Explore how technology has changed through time and learn more about key inventions such as microscopes, telescopes, globes and calculators. The Museum has many other intriguing inventions such as pre-film animation devices, papier-mâché human anatomical models and glass fungi. What will your students discover?

Duration: 90 minutes

Format: 30 minute taught session + 30 minute worksheet+ 30 minute handling and/or craft activity.

Light

Key themes: Science

Age range: KS2

During this session students will look at telescopes, microscopes and sundials to explore light sources, reflection and shadows. Students will have the opportunity to handle scientific instruments and make their own dial.

Duration: 90 minutes

Format: 30 minute taught session + 30 minute worksheet + 30 minute handling and/or craft activity

Local History Study: Cambridge Scientists

Key themes: History, Science and English

Age range: KS2

Through the objects in the Museum, students will focus on the achievements of scientists who worked in Cambridge and how their discoveries have contributed to the development of science. As part of the session, students will pick their favourite scientist and create a poster explaining why their scientist should win the 'Nobel Prize for Cambridge Scientists'.

Duration: 90 minutes

Format: 30 minute taught session + 1 hour poster activity and presentation