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WHIZZ POP BANG is a monthly magazine brimming with top-quality science for children aged six to twelve. Our NEW downloadable resources link hands-on science experiments with key curriculum topics for years 2 to 6. The resources include lesson plans, hands-on investigations, PowerPoint presentations, games, science texts and guided reading comprehensions – all aimed at making science fun and engaging for children and teachers alike!

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WHIZZ POP BANG is a monthly magazine brimming with top-quality science for children aged six to twelve. Our NEW downloadable resources link hands-on science experiments with key curriculum topics for years 2 to 6. The resources include lesson plans, hands-on investigations, PowerPoint presentations, games, science texts and guided reading comprehensions – all aimed at making science fun and engaging for children and teachers alike!
yr5 and 6 science lesson on climate change
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yr5 and 6 science lesson on climate change

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In this lesson pack for Year 5, year 6, pupils will learn about climate change. They will learn in simple terms what the greenhouse effect is and how it is contributing to the climate crisis. Included in the pack is a letter explaining that the school could be chosen for a renewable energy source, which will spark a debate in your classroom. This pack includes: A PowerPoint presentation explaining climate change and renewable energy sources A lesson plan A flow chart to help pupils find a way to help solve the climate crisis An explanation text on solar panels and wind turbines A fabricated letter from a council’s sustainability department to set up the debate
Science: Dissolving teeth
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Science: Dissolving teeth

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This lesson pack for year 4 and P5, linking to the topics Animal including humans and body systems and cells, contains an observation over time enquiry. Pupils will put egg shells (which represent teeth) into three different liquids and observe what happens to them over a week. This pack includes: A differentiated lesson plan A PowerPoint presentation explaining what a tooth contains and how they can be damaged Printable instructions for the enquiry Simple to resource! The items you will need: Eggshells Three different liquids Glasses
Science: Electric toothbrush
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Science: Electric toothbrush

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This explanation text for year 4 , linking to the topic Animals including humans, describes in detail how an electric toothbrush works. In a 2019 study, scientists found that people who used an electric toothbrush had healthier gums, less tooth decay and also kept their teeth for longer, compared with those who used a manual (non-electric) toothbrush. The labelled diagram with expanded captions explains each part of the toothbrush in detail. An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Yr 3 reading science: Wind Turbines
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Yr 3 reading science: Wind Turbines

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This explanation text for year 3, linking to the topic forces, describes in detail how a wing turbine works. Generating electricity from renewable sources, such as wind, is crucial if we are to reduce our carbon emissions. Wind turbines are one of the main green power technologies. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
yr6 reading science: Alan Turing
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yr6 reading science: Alan Turing

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A non-fiction biography text for year 6, linking to the topic electricity. Mathematician Alan Turing is celebrated for his incredible contribution to the development of computer science. After World War II, Alan was awarded an OBE by the government for his work breaking German codes. But most of his achievements were kept secret to prevent enemy states from using the technology. The Turing Test is extremely important in computer science, creating the standard for artificial intelligence (AI). This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.
Reading: Plant a miniature garden
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Reading: Plant a miniature garden

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This reading comprehension instruction text for P3, linking to the science topic biodiversity and interdependence, explains how to plant a mini garden for the tooth fairy. This downloadable reading pack includes: Two differentiated A3 reading spreads for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
P6 Reading Science: Gears
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P6 Reading Science: Gears

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This explanation text for P6, linking to the topic forces, describes in detail how gears work. Gears are used in many technologies, from clocks to racing cars. They allow us to massively increase and control the power we can exert through machines. This text looks specifically at gears on a bike. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
year 4 science lesson on food chains
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year 4 science lesson on food chains

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In this lesson pack for year 4, linking to the topics Animals including humans pupils will learn about food chains and what the role of the producer, prey and predator is. They will make their own food chain using cardboard tubes. This lesson pack includes: A differentiated lesson plan with cross-curricular links A PowerPoint presentation explaining food chains Instructions to make food chain animals tubes Whole class food chain game Pictures to support lower ability learners Simple to resource! The items you will need: Cardboard tubes from kitchen rolls Scissors Sticky tape Glue Paper and pens
P5 Reading Science: Sir David Attenborough
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P5 Reading Science: Sir David Attenborough

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A non-fiction biography text for P5, linking to the topicBiodiversity and interdependence about Sir David Attenborough. He has inspired millions of people to fall in love with nature by bringing the natural world into our homes. He received a knighthood in 1985 and has won several awards. As David saw the damage that humans were doing to the natural habitats and animals he was filming, he became increasingly concerned. In his documentaries about the climate crisis, David has shown millions of people how important it is that we care for our planet. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Yr4 Reading Science: Sir David Attenborough
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Yr4 Reading Science: Sir David Attenborough

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A non-fiction biography text for year 4, linking to the topic Animals including humans about Sir David Attenborough. He has inspired millions of people to fall in love with nature by bringing the natural world into our homes. He received a knighthood in 1985 and has won several awards. As David saw the damage that humans were doing to the natural habitats and animals he was filming, he became increasingly concerned. In his documentaries about the climate crisis, David has shown millions of people how important it is that we care for our planet. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Lesson on seeds Year 3
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Lesson on seeds Year 3

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In this lesson pack for year 3 , linking to the topics plants , pupils will learn how trees reproduce and about seed dispersal. They will make a hypothesis, collect different winged seeds and carry out a comparative test. This lesson pack includes: A differentiated lesson plan with cross-curricular links A PowerPoint presentation explaining the different variables and how to carry out a comparative test Differentiated results tables A pocket tree guide Simple to resource! The items you will need: Tree seeds Stopwatches
P4 Reading science: Wind turbines
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P4 Reading science: Wind turbines

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This explanation text for P4, linking to the topic forces, describes in detail how a wing turbine works. Generating electricity from renewable sources, such as wind, is crucial if we are to reduce our carbon emissions. Wind turbines are one of the main green power technologies. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
yr5 Reading Science: Young Climate activists
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yr5 Reading Science: Young Climate activists

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In this non-fiction text for year 5 , linking to the topic living things and habitats , discover ten awesomely amazing climate activists. All around the world, young people are taking action against the climate crisis, from picking up litter to taking governments to court. Inspire your class with these incredible kids. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Yr 6 Reading : Interview with a plant biologist
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Yr 6 Reading : Interview with a plant biologist

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This interview text for year 6 explains the work of plant biologist professor Joanne Chory. She recently realised she could play a role in solving the problem of climate change by using her knowledge of biology. Professor Chory explains how plants can be optimised to store more carbon in their roots. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.
P6 Reading Science: Young science activists
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P6 Reading Science: Young science activists

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In this non-fiction text for P6, linking to the topic biodiversity and interdependence, discover ten awesomely amazing climate activists. All around the world, young people are taking action against the climate crisis, from picking up litter to taking governments to court. Inspire your class with these incredible kids. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Yr5 Science Reading : Interview with a tree surgeon
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Yr5 Science Reading : Interview with a tree surgeon

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This interview with a tree surgeon for year 5 links to the topic living things and habitats . Pablo Sanchez Moreno is a tree expert who maintains and preserves trees as his job. He explains why it is important to cut away the dead tissue in trees, to plant the right tree in the right place and what you need to become a tree surgeon and get paid to climb trees! This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
Science Reading: Biography on a environmentalist
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Science Reading: Biography on a environmentalist

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A non-fiction biography text for year 6, linking to the topics Living things and habitats . Known as Mama Miti, which means ‘Mother of Trees’, Professor Wangari Maathai was an environmental activist who inspired the planting of millions of trees across Africa. In 2004, Wangari was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace, becoming the first African woman to win the prestigious prize. This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.
P7 Reading Science :Trees
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P7 Reading Science :Trees

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In this non-fiction text for P7, linking to the topicbiodiversity and interdependence, discover ten amazing trees. They include a rainbow eucalyptus tree, African baobab trees, dragon blood trees and many more! This downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.
yr3 Reading Science: Orangutans
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yr3 Reading Science: Orangutans

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This non-chronological report for year 3, linking to the topics of living things and habitats , investigates orangutans, the masters of the treetops in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. This text explains how these mammals are closely related to humans, where they live, what they eat and why they are critically endangered. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets, differentiated using our magnifying glasses key (on the bottom right). One magnifying glass indicates easier and two means harder.
P7 Reading: Interview with a plant biologist
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P7 Reading: Interview with a plant biologist

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This interview text for P7 explains the work of plant biologist professor Joanne Chory. She recently realised she could play a role in solving the problem of climate change by using her knowledge of biology. Professor Chory explains how plants can be optimised to store more carbon in their roots. The downloadable reading pack includes: An A3 reading spread for you to print. Reading comprehension question and answer sheets.