Insects are animals belonging to the class known as Insecta.

We added this episode of Suzy's World especially for Allergy NZ and all our friends with allergies. Everything we can do to make a friend's life easier has to be a good thing, so even if you don't have an allergy yourself it's a good idea to watch and learn so you can look out for your friends.

Biosecurity is about protecting New Zealand from unwanted species.

How climate change is affecting Canterbury is what this booklet is all about. We investigate what it will mean for you, your family and friends, and the natural environment.

Waterways can recover; however it takes a sustained effort over many years. Working together we can make a positive difference. Every bit helps — even small things make a difference.

What happens when you get a cold? Suzy has a cold, she feels awful and looks worse! So, it's a great time to investigate what happens when you get a cold!

This article describes the systems and technologies that have been developed to prevent unwanted pests, diseases, and goods coming into New Zealand and to prevent precious taonga such as native species being smuggled out of the country.

Dr Melanie Cheung is a neurobiologist. She studies the roro (brain), collecting and analysing data about how it works and what can go wrong. She also studies the use of tikanga (Māori customary practices) in the modern science world.

Sarah Cook is a busy year 10 student living with type 1 diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that can affect your day-to-day life. Find out what Sarah does to manage her diabetes and make sure it doesn’t prevent her full and active lifestyle.

Air pollution is a problem in many cities, including Christchurch. After the 2011 earthquake, a team of researchers used technology and big data to help make Christchurch a healthier, smarter city to live in.

Connected promotes scientific, technological, and mathematical literacy so that students can engage in a critical and informed manner with real-life science- and technology- related issues and authentic, context-based mathematical explorations. Connected is provided to all primary schools.

This activity encourages students to explore various aspects of complex issues. It encourages students to consider the interaction of science and diverse community views.

Bill Nye the Science Guy will make you all better – with the “Germs” episode

Link for video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofhiC0lfcLs

One good way to keep germs at bay is to wash your hands! Suzy gets her hands dirty as she investigates why we should make a clean sweep of it, especially when it comes to our hands.

Cleaning or Hygiene Stations are places where we scrub and spray our shoes and gear before and after going for a walk in the bush. It’s super important that everyone uses them, every time they visit. It will stop the spread of kauri dieback disease, and save these forest giants!

Ever wondered how soap gets all those nasty germs off your hands when you wash them?

Nanogirl visits a superbugs lab in Auckland to discover whether all bacteria is bad.

Learn how to make your own, personalised soap to make hand washing fun!

Learn more about the causes and effects of moisture with this fun lesson plan and activity. High levels of moisture aren't always easy to notice but if left unchecked they can have an impact on both your home and health.

E kīia ana te āta tirotiro i ngā pepeke ko te mātai pepeke, arā, he entomology ki te reo Pākehā.

Moe stopped by Nanogirl's Lab on his way home to his Treehouse to ask her about the COVID19 lockdown in New Zealand.

It's safe to say that food looks and tastes a lot better when it's fresh or preserved properly. Teach kids about how mold, fungi and bacteria affect food while they investigate further with a fun mold activity.

Suzy heads out across the harbour to discover that it's not the sea that makes us seasick!

How to teach the science of germs and hand washing to school kids.