School Workshops
The Story of Flight
Looking at ways that Science Investigators have helped humankind fulfill its dream of taking to the skies!
Introduction
Discover how Science Investigators helped humankind leave the earth’s surface for the skies and then space – and ultimately the stars – in this thrilling and action-packed drama-based workshop.
Starting with the Icarus myth, pupils will explore, learn about and teach each other some of the scientific and technological landmarks in The Story of Flight, including Leonardo’s musings on helicopters, the Montgolfier brothers’ experiments with balloons, Orville and Wilbur Wright’s development of the aeroplane, Frank Whittle’s work on the jet engine and Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the moon.
| Year Groups | KS2-KS3 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Science |
| Pupil Numbers | 30 pupils per workshop |
| Duration | 1½ hours – half a day (depending on how many classes) |
| Space | School Hall |
Workshop FAQs
How many pupils can take part?
The Story of Flight can accommodate up-to 30 pupils per workshop.
What is the format of the day?
Workshops last for 1½ hours – half a day (depending on how many classes)
Are there any technical requirements?
Each working space needs to be equipped with laptop/screen/projector, so pupils can view the supporting PowerPoint throughout.
Where will the workshops take place?
These workshops will ideally take place in the school hall.
Workshop Testimonials
“The children used their imaginations and creativity to create the poem. The sessions helped the children learn about how to create their own poem and it promoted the children’s vocabulary. All children were able to access the sessions, they were very inclusive … and they really enjoyed performing their whole school poem in assembly at the end of the day.”
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