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  3. Curiosity in action
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Curiosity in action assembly

How can curiosity help us learn, explore and understand the world?

Two children lie on the grass using magnifying glasses to examine plants outdoors.

About this assembly

This assembly explores how asking questions can help us learn more about the world. Using examples from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), it encourages pupils to notice, wonder and think about how people use curiosity to explore ideas, solve problems and help others.

Assembly focus:

  • To explore what curiosity is and why it matters. 

  • To understand how curiosity is used in STEM to explore and solve problems.

  • To reflect on how asking questions can help us learn. 

Other available assemblies:

  • Lunar New Year.

  • Ramadan.

  • Safer Internet Day.

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