Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14)
Browse our programme of learning activities for children aged 11-14. All learning activities are free, but should be booked in advance by phoning the Museum booking team on +44 (0)20 7942 5555.
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Earth science show - Rocks the House
Learn about the powerful interactions that cause volcanoes and earthquakes in this action-packed science show.
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The Colour of Nature
Get hands on with Museum specimens and find out how colouration can increase chances of survival and reproduction.
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Investigate
Touch it, weigh it, measure it. From beetles and snake skins to meteorites and skulls. Hundreds of real, natural history specimens for students to touch and explore are in our hands-on science centre.
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Explore and Discover guides
Our self-led discovery guides and new Explore and Discover series are a great way to see the galleries while supporting National Curriculum learning.
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A Day in the Life of a Scientist
Get the most out of your visit to the Darwin Centre Cocoon with these curriculum-linked activities.
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Cocoon experience
Immerse yourself in the Cocoon experience, a brand new journey through the Darwin Centre. This interactive and visually stunning experience will inspire your students to look at the variety of life in a different way.
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Animal Vision
Find out about the amazing adaptations that allow animals to see in this live animal show.
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The Variety Show
Excite and enthuse your students with the diversity, complexity and beauty of life on Earth in this fun, interactive science show.
School bookings
Book all school activities in advance on +44 (0)20 7942 5555. Lines are open Monday-Friday from 8.30-16.00 during term time and 10.00-13.00 in the holidays.