From Brighton to Edinburgh and from London to Orkney, there are science festivals going on during the year.

Activity 1: Pre-reading task

Do you know what a science festival is like?
Which of the following events do you think it is possible to see at a science festival?

a. Guest speakers
b. Debates
c. Demonstrations
d. Exhibitions
e. Activities for children
f. Models
g. Magic tricks
h. Making things
i. Music

(See answer)

Activity 2: Reading

Go to http://www.britishcouncil.org/science-uk-festivals.htm

Now try and complete an activity.

Activity 3: Follow-up task

Now explore the websites of each of the Science Festivals.

Does your country have any science festivals? Where? Have you ever been to one?
Do you think they are useful way to get more people interested in science?
Send us your thoughts.

Answer: All of these things!