As concern about COVID-19 spreads, some of you will be staying in at home with your small scientists and looking for safe ways to keep their brilliant brains ticking over. We believe that every home can be turned into a scientific research centre, artist’s studio, space station and more. So while we wait for […]
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Did you know that approximately 80 per cent of our food supply comes from just 20 kinds of plants? If, like Messy, you’re blown away by biodiversity then there’s a treat in store for you… British Science Week begins today. The next ten days are packed with events and activities celebrate everything science, technology, engineering […]
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Screen time may not be intrinsically bad for children, but there’s still so much parents don’t know. Get the answers you’ve been looking for with our guide.
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OKIDO helps young children learn through play. It is full of stories, activities and games that stimulate creativity and inspire scientific interest. The January Issue of the OKIDO Magazine explores the calculating world of numbers! Mathematics is important for early years learning because, as well as basic numeracy, it allows children to develop their […]
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In winter, when the days are getting shorter and darker, OKIDO explores the hidden science behind electricity. We use electricity every day, it powers our machinery and during the festive season, electricity helps to illuminate our homes, streets and even our Christmas trees. Our December issue is bursting with stories, games, experiments and activities that […]
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Even if its origins as a celebration of Guy Fawkes’ foiled 17th century gunpowder plot may seem increasingly remote – and not all parents appreciate the tradition of burning a ‘Guy’ on the bonfire – it remains a thrilling night of fun and fireworks for children.
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STEM subjects can really help to prepare children to be able to tackle environmental issues in their future. But sometimes, these lessons can fail to capture the imaginations of young people. Here, Rachel Hall, Managing Director of online educational resource Busy Things, gives us her top tips to get kids interested in STEM subjects.
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Summer learning loss, sometimes referred to as the summer slide, is something that can really affect your child academically. Avoid it with tips from OKIDO!
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