Science

Aquatic Invertebrates (Pond dipping)
EY, KS1-4
Dip from platforms into our specially constructed ponds
Microscopes for more detailed studies
Worksheets available for all abilities
Topics which can be covered include habitats, life cycles, population studies and food chains.

Terrestrial Invertebrates (Mini-beasts)
EY, KS1-KS4
Use a variety of trapping techniques to study Wicken Fen's invertebrates.
Investigate habitats, adaptation, life cycles and food chains.

Fen Flora
KS2-KS4
Plant community studies using quadrats and discussing other sampling techniques on areas with two different soil types.

Autumn/Winter terms
A visit to your school by a Learning Officer can be arranged to run an owl pellet
dissection activity to link with KS 2 science - life processes, and will cover food chains and skeletons.