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"We can all get a little puzzled with time. Sometimes we have no idea where it goes, whereas there are other times when it goes by so fast. Yet one this is for sure…it is going at the same pace, no matter what, and the relationship between time and the cosmos is complex. Understanding the relationship, Cosmic Watch is a unique iPad app that provides an advanced, 3D astronomical time device for the digital age."

Open Access Educational Online Magazine - Special Space and Science Theme

"A set of 13 fun science experiments that you can do in your classroom with easily available materials."

"Discover how and where gold is formed… it's out of this world!"

Article based in a science class discussing the value of seizing opportunities

This Apple app bills itself as 'part toy, part chemistry experiment'. Connect augmented reality blocks to digitally mix/react chemicals together and view the information and visualisations. No fume cupboard necessary.

The blog of science communicator Bill Nye. The site is full of science activities and experiments to try, with video demonstrations and things to download for your class.

Settle the argument of who's is truly bigger with this planet size comparison tool. View a image of each planet as it's real ratio.

A superb YouTube channel with a huge collection of stunning space videos. Explore to planets, the galaxy and the universe.

A great Android app which shows you the many readouts of the sensors on your device. Use them in science, geography and more.

A class resource/poster with a collection of facts about Solar eclipses and how to stay safe when observing one.

A great site for finding a wide collection of educational videos on science and maths.

Girls who play video games are three times more likely to choose physical science, technology, engineering or maths (PSTEM) degrees compared to their non-gaming counterparts, according to new research from the University of Surrey

"A great YouTube channel which aims to make information beautiful through superb graphics and narration. The videos are mostly about science."

"What is the strangest plant in the world? This video explores the contenders and teaches lots about plant science at the same time."

"Superb adventure platform and puzzle game which teaches about electricity and electrical circuits, designed by the engineering department at the University of Cambridge. Play in your browser or download from Steam."

"Journey to the centre of the Earth and view the amazing facts about what can be found beneath our feet with this BBC microsite."

"The importance of offering a broad curriculum within the school system cannot be over-stated, allowing students to explore a range of topics that spark their interest, and potentially inspire them to follow a career path that can have a positive impact on their lives, society and the environment. STEM activities (built around Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) offer a broad range of opportunities, opening up the potential of enquiry based learning that is relevant to the world we live in. Many education systems globally place a great emphasis on a STEM curriculum for all students, no matter of age, race, gender or ability, but what STEM based activities work best in your setting, helping students see the world differently, and potentially inspiring to enter STEM careers of the future?"