In this activity, we’re making giant flowers complete with all the special parts they use to make seeds. 

Download the document to find out more about how flowers work and to make your own fantastic flower.  

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Check out the videos on this page to find out how you can complete a Discover Arts Award.

We're afraid we're not longer able to issue certificates as the videos suggest, but you're welcome to enjoy taking part in this activity! 

Nobody knows exactly what the world looks like to a bee, but one thing’s for sure, everything looks very different to how we see them. 

Download this activity to find out about bee vision and make a special rainbow using only the colours bees can see. 

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Have you ever wondered what to do with leftover seeds?  

Instead of leaving them in a cupboard, why not arrange a seed share for your neighbours – it's fun, easy and helps spread a bit of cheer.

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There are two activities; 'instant' and 'detailed' depending on concentration levels. Kaitlin Ferguson, the artist we work with has but together a very short instruction film, if you press the cc button on the bottom right hand of the youtube screen, you will get subtitles. 

Download 'instant' activity sheet

Learn about different types of bird and how they have adapted to the environment they live in. Follow the instruction on the 'How to' and use the information sheets to get creative and build your own bird.

This is a nature walk with a difference – spot the amazing flowers that normally go unnoticed and then put tiny signs next to them so that other people might enjoy them too.

What will you find?  It could be an an enormous dandelion sprouting out of somebody’s guttering or a tiny wildflower growing in a crack in the paving.

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Make your own mini garden with bits of plants and natural material you find in your garden or out on a walk.  Download the activity sheet to find out more.

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mini garden designer download

Petals do a great job of helping flowers get noticed by bees and other pollinators.  They are often large and brightly coloured. Scientists are finding out they also have lots of other tricks to help them get spotted.

Download this activity sheet to find out more about how flowers and have a go at designing your own ultimate flower.

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This resource is designed to help you Look, Think, and Do inspired by this incredible hoard of over 1800 silver and gold coins.

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