School Workshops
Science: The Great Christmas Science Quiz
A great way for pupils to learn and remember some seasonal science – up to fourteen classes in a single day!
Christmas is one of the most interesting times of year for a scientist – why do holly, mistletoe and fir trees all stay green, for example? How can rain, slush, hail and snow all be made from the same thing? What do the reindeer eat in the depths of winter – and why exactly did Santa choose the North Pole as his headquarters?
A whole-day, whole-school programme for up to 420 pupils, The Great Christmas Science Quiz will answer all these questions – and many more!
Introduction
Following a quick and interactive assembly using the Pole Star to tell the story of some of the science of Christmas, classes will take part in a series of high-energy, active quizzes (with not a desk in sight!) designed to both anchor the science they’re learning in an enjoyable context and introduce new content.
The day will end with a celebratory, closing assembly at which the winners of the Christmas Science Quiz will be revealed!
Exploring (according to age): seasonal aspects of plants, animals (including humans), habitats, rocks, forces, light, sound, electricity, Earth and space, pollution/conservation, weather
| Year Groups | EYFS- KS2 – KS4 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Science |
| Pupil Numbers | 420 Pupils |
| Duration | 30 minutes upwards, depending on how many classes |
| Space | School Hall |
Workshop FAQs
How many pupils can take part?
The Great Christmas Science Quiz can accommodate up-to 420 pupils over the course of the day.
What is the format of the day?
Opening and closing assemblies plus workshops for up to two classes at a time. We will work with you to plan a timetable around the timings of your school day.
Are there any technical requirements?
Each working space needs to be equipped with laptop, screen or projector, so pupils can view the supporting PowerPoint throughout.
Where will the workshops take place?
These are active workshops and benefit from a large open space such as the school hall. A large classroom with desks and chairs stowed away as far as possible is fine.
Workshop Testimonials
“I just wanted to express our gratitude on behalf of the children at Aberdour for your wonderful workshop! They thoroughly enjoyed it and have not stopped talking about it, there was an enormous sense of pride that they ‘saved Christmas’!
We will definitely use As Creatives again in the future. Many thanks once again!”
“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.”
“Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 have had a wonderful poetry day where we have created our own verses with actions that we will combine to make one amazing collaborative poem. We have actions for Christmas trees, snowmen, excitement and flaming Christmas puddings!”
More Christmas Workshops
Maths: CSI: Christmas Bake Off!
A festive Bake Off turns into a maths mystery, as pupils use fractions, percentages and measurements to catch the culprit.
Celebrations in Rhyme: Christmas
Creating and performing a whole-school Seasonal Poem in just a single day!
Maths: The Santa Challenge
With the clock ticking away to Christmas Eve, Santa’s lost the combination to the key that unlocks his sleigh!