Franklin’s Young Inventors: ‘Reaction Time’ with Andrew Hanson
Tuesday 6 July, 4.30pm BST. Register here for this 60-minute virtual workshop.
Franklin’s Young Inventors is our weekly science club for aspiring scientists in Key Stage 3 (ages 11-14). For the final session of the school year, we’re delighted to welcome back special guest Andrew Hanson who will show you how to measure your reaction time!
Andrew Hanson MBE is a scientist working at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) where they measure all sorts of things. In this session, you’ll learn how to measure your reaction time which is very important when taking part in sports.
To join in with the (optional though recommended) practical activity – you will need:
- 2 people
- A 30 cm ruler
- A calculator (this could be on a phone or tablet)
- A printed copy of this results sheet or a paper and pencil
A parent, carer or teacher should register on behalf of participants. By registering, participants agree to follow our Online Safety Agreement. For more information, contact our Education Manager.
Funding for Franklin’s Young Inventors has been generously provided by the US Embassy London and the DAR Walter Hines Page Chapter:
