Science Week Ireland - The Regeneration Generation

The children and young people of today form the Regeneration Generation. Because, by learning from the errors of the past, they’ll regenerate Planet Earth by combatting climate change – and put a smile back on the face of the planet itself!

"Children gained a notion of Science ideas outside their typical science lessons. It prompted our children to take a responsibility for saving their planet. The entire process was a breeze. I was so happy that the timetabling of the day was provided for us from As Creatives as opposed to having to organise this ourselves. Th staff were very prepared and professional. We will definitely book again!" Growing for Gold Workshop, Childwall CE Primary School

Accommodating the whole of up to a two-form entry school in just a single day, The Regeneration Generation – Saving Planet Earth starts with a whole-school assembly looking at what climate change is, what it does and where it comes from. This leads into a series of drama-based workshops in which each year group tackles its own “regeneration” question – seeking everyday, local solutions to a global problem.

EYFS/ P1: Regeneration at Home - what can we do at home to help save Planet Earth?

Year 1/ P2: Dressing for Regeneration - how can what we wear help save Planet Earth?

Year 2/ P3: Regeneration Journeys – how can the way we travel help save Planet Earth?

Year 3/ P4: Shopping for Regeneration - how can what we buy (and where we shop) help combat climate change?

Year 4/ P5: Eating for Regeneration – how can what we eat (and where we buy our food) help combat climate change?

Year 5/ P6: Recycling to Regenerate - how can recycling help combat climate change? And what does it look like in practice?

Year 6/ P7: Regeneration Persuasion - how can we look beyond the obvious to persuade the world to combat climate change?

"A big thank you to Zoe, who was absolutely wonderful. The children loved being active and given a chance to participate. Zoe was kind, reassuring and happy- the staff were all impressed with her and her presence.” St Peter & St Paul Primary School

"We loved the workshops; they were roughly 350 students participating altogether. The workshops were engaging, interesting and very educational!" Growing for Gold Workshops, St Francis RC Primary School

How many pupils can take part?

The Regeneration Generation can accommodate up-to 60 pupils per workshop - that's the whole of a two-form entry school in just one day!

What is the format of the day?

The day starts with a whole-school assembly. We will work with you to plan a timetable for the workshops, to suit the number of classes you would like to include - and around the specific timings of your school day.

A typical timetable looks like this:

09.00 – 09.20: Whole-school assembly

09.20 – 9.55: Year 1 stay in the hall for their workshop …

9.55 – 10.30: Year 2 come to the hall for their workshop …

10.30 – 11.05: Year 3 come to the hall for their workshop …

11.05 – 11.30: One Reception class have a visit, in their own setting …

11.30 – 11.55: The other Reception class have a visit, in their own setting …

LUNCH

1.00 – 1.40: Year 4 come to the hall for their workshop …

1.40 – 2.20: Year 5 come to the hall for their workshop …

2.20 – 3.00: Year 6 come to the hall for their workshop.

Are there any technical requirements?

Each working space needs to be equipped with laptop/screen/projector, so pupils can view the supporting PowerPoint throughout.

Where will the workshops take place?

These workshops require the use of your school hall.

Are there any other whole school science days?

Yes, you can also enjoy a whole school experience with Time for Science, The Connection, Seven Wonders of the World or Science Skills! Or, build your own whole school, Big Science Day.