Close up of an orange and pink flower.

Biological sciences activities

Inside you, inside a shell or inside a forest - explore the insides of life with biology activities.

Autumn leaf display

This Double Helix Science Club activity provides instructions on how to make an autumn leaf display.

Banana DNA

This Double Helix Science Club activity provides instructions on how to extract DNA from a banana.

Best of illusions

Astound your family and friends with our collection of illusions.

DNA model

This activity from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club provides instructions for making your very own DNA model. In the process, learn about the role of DNA and what it is made of.

Flower power

This Double Helix Science Club activity provides instructions on how to dissect a flower.

Mushroom flowers

This Double Helix Science Club activity provides instructions on how to make images of a mushroom using its spores.

Need a hand?

Try this activity from CSIRO's Double Helix to make a working hand from just a little cardboard and string.

Paper seeds

This Double Helix Science Club activity shows you how to make a type of paper that will grow into a plant!

Pollen trap

When spring is in the air, you might be able to take a closer look at pollen. Find out how with this Double Helix activity.

Warning - Science in progress!

CSIRO Education takes safety seriously in all of our activities. While we ensure all activities and demonstrations are as safe as possible, there are some precautions which all young scientists need to keep in mind.