Each half term the KS1 children will be learning about a scientist. Last half term they learnt about Dr Bethan Stagg and this half term they will learn about Milly Hennayake. Milly Hennayake is an engineer who keeps people safe from flooding. Engineers have to think about many, many things when they are designing.

Milly would like you to design a bridge. When designing bridges, engineers need to choose a strong material that is weather resistant. The materials also need to be shaped in a way that makes them extra strong. In this science activity, the children are going to fold paper differently to make mini bridges and test how much weight each can hold.

Paper copies of the homework were sent home with the children today or you can click here to view it. This homework is optional but do encourage your child to take part!