When is the programme used?
It is suggested that each activity should take the place of an hour-long science lesson. If one
9 activity is taught every two weeks, there is time within the
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school year to complete the whole programme. If you prefer, however, you can follow the
example of those schools that teach topics over a two-year cycle: Let’s Think through Science!
9 are designed for use for seven- and eight-year-olds and Let’s Think through Science! 8 &
during the two years, as appropriate to each school’s curriculum map. If your class is in the
seven to eight years age group when these topics are taught (Year 3 in England and Wales; P4
in Scotland), the activities are still relevant and can still develop pupils’ thinking.