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Check out the activities and videos below to see some familiar faces from our team demonstrating fun and educational activities you can try at home.

Conduct your own experiments. Play fun science games. Get creative. Find out about local scientists and the work they do. You'll soon be thinking like the professionals.

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Parasaurolophus From The Cretaceous Era 3D Illustration
Dino colouring-in sheets

We've pulled together some roar-some colouring and activity sheets for the whole family to enjoy!

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Under 5s, Age 5 - 8
Young girl at home playing with homemade slime.
Make your own slime at home

Check out our four fun ways to make your own slime at home, using things found in your kitchen!

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Age 5 - 8, Age 8 - 11
Northumbria University Genavee Explores How We Express Our Emotions Through Technology Using Emojis
How do we express our emotions using emojis?

Meet scientist Genavee, who explores how we express emotions through technology using emojis.

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Age 14+
Tomatoes Plants Being Grown At Home.
Grow your own tomato plant at home

Grow your own lunch! Follow our instructions to grow your own tomato plant.

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Age 5 - 8, Age 8 - 11, Age 11 - 14

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