Microscopes Workshop for Schools

Provided by VSTEAM Education

Biology workshops for schools

During this workshop, students will learn to use a microscope to explore plant and animal cells, as well as microorganisms. Designed to enhance biology lessons, the fun practical activities will allow students to observe the building blocks of life in stunning detail with magnifications of up to 1000x.

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Format

Primary: 4 sessions x 1 hr 15 mins
(30 participants per session)
Secondary: 5 sessions x 1 hr
(20 participants per session)

Age Groups

Y3 - Y11, Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Examine Plant Cells

Students will examine prepared onion epidermis plant cells under a microscope.

Explore Animal Cells

We have a large collection of animal slides for children to explore, including samples from mammals, insects, birds, plants, flowers, and many more.

Examine Bacteria Slides

Students will examine various bacteria cells under a microscope to better understand microorganisms.

See Your Own Hair

Students will observe their own hair under the microscope.

Day Itinerary*

Primary and Secondary

Intro - We will start the day by discussing what cells are and the differences between animal and plant cells.
Practical - We will introduce children to the microscopes we will be using for the examination of cells and explore all different parts of the microscope.
Practical - We will give students microscope slides of onion cells and view them under a microscope at different magnifications.
Practical - Students will explore various animal cells under a microscope including dog skeletal, honey bee, rabbit, pollen, horse hair cells and many more.
Short Theory - We will discuss features of microorganisms including bacteria and viruses.
Practical - We will then give students microscope slides of bacteria to view under the microscopes.
Practical - We will end the day with students exploring a sample of their own hair under the microscopes.

* The activities may vary on the day depending on the length of the sessions and the age and ability of the participants.

Gallery

Children Examining Slides Under a Microscope

Cost

Please contact us to obtain a quote or request our price guide.

Checklist

Enhanced DBS Checked Instructors
Public Liability Insurance
Risk Assessments

Requirements

Once set up in the morning, we prefer to stay in the same classroom/s to run all of the sessions for the workshops. It allows
us to run the sessions smoothly without any interruptions.
The classroom/hall/venue must have desks and chairs for all students. Normal classrooms are fine.
Few spare plug sockets.
A computer/laptop with projector/interactive whiteboard or smart screen with sound enabled.
Pencils/pens and rubbers for all students.

Event Days

British Science Week, Earth Day, World Environment Day, World Wildlife Day

Available Regions

Anywhere in England

Anywhere in Northern Ireland

Anywhere in Scotland

Anywhere in Wales

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