You’ll never look at flowers the same way again… Get ready for a blooming brilliant adventure through the wonderful world of flowers in Whizz Pop Bang’s flowers issue.
Here’s the list of bits and pieces you need to complete the activities this month. As ever, there’s so much science fun to be had, even if you don’t have every single thing on the list.
BUILD A FLOWER MODEL (page 7) A sharp green pencil Modelling clay A cocktail stick A cotton bud A ruler A green felt-tip pen
MAKE MULTI-COLOURED FLOWERS (page 9) Three white carnation flowers Two different colours of food colouring
GROW YOUR OWN (page 11) Seeds, seedlings or cuttings of chives, courgettes, mint, nasturtiums, violas or pinks
CHROMOTOGRAPHY FLOWERS (page 11) White paper towels (kitchen roll) Water soluable felt-tip pens Pipe cleaners A large coin
MAKE A SUNCATCHER (page 16) Flowers and leaves Newspaper or other paper Wax paper (or tracing paper or white baking paper) Sticky tack
Download a printable version of this kit list to stick on your fridge right here ⬇️
Brace yourself… this one is not for the squeamish.
To celebrate the gloriously gross new Whizz Pop Bang: POO! issue, we’ve put together the ultimate bundle of squishy, stretchy, slightly disgusting fun.
And yes… we really mean it when we say…
🤢 You could WIN a real poo!
(OK, it’s a fossilised dinosaur poo – also known as a coprolite – but still. That’s pretty amazing, right?)
🎁 What’s in the Icky Sticky Goody Bag?
One lucky winner will get their hands on this brilliantly bonkers bundle:
🟢 Two pots of slime – one green and gooey, one colour-changing
🐛 A wiggly worm toy
It’s squishy. It’s silly. It’s a bit gross. And kids are going to absolutely LOVE it.
🧪 Why all the poo?
Because poo is seriously scientific.
Inside your body, digestion is hard at work breaking down food, absorbing nutrients and producing waste. Animal poo can tell scientists incredible stories, from what dinosaurs ate to how ecosystems worked millions of years ago.
So while this bundle might seem a bit ridiculous, it’s actually packed with curiosity, learning and laugh-out-loud fun.
🏆 How to enter
Entering is easy! Simply answer this question to be in with a chance of winning:
Perfect for curious readers who love space, science fiction and fast-paced stories, this is a book they won’t want to put down!
🚀 About the book
Step into a universe of adventure at Star Quest Academy, where young recruits are trained to explore the stars and take on daring missions beyond Earth.
Love whales, dolphins and life beneath the waves? Then you’re in for a treat because this month’s edition of Whizz Pop Bang, Undersea Explorers, is all about the ocean. But that’s not all… we’re also giving our fans the chance to win one of five copies of Mysteries of Marine Mammals by Amandine Delauney – a beautifully illustrated guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises.
What is Mysteries of Marine Mammals about?
Written and illustrated by Amandine Delaunay, Mysteries of Marine Mammals is a stunningly illustrated exploration of the ocean’s most fascinating mammals.
Inside, young readers will discover:
🐋 How whales communicate across vast ocean distances
🐬 The differences between dolphins and porpoises
🌊 How marine mammals survive in icy waters
🧠 The surprising intelligence of ocean giants
🫁 Why mammals breathe air – even underwater ones
It’s a brilliant example of a science book for children that combines real biology with engaging artwork and accessible explanations.
Who is this book suitable for? This book is ideal for children aged around 7 to 11 who enjoy ocean life, animals and science.
Do I need to be a Whizz Pop Bang subscriber to enter? No – this competition is open to all readers.
When does the competition run? The giveaway runs from 1 March to 31 March 2026.
Good luck, Undersea Explorers!
We love sharing science books for kids that inspire curiosity about the natural world. Whether you’re fascinated by breaching whales or deep-diving dolphins, this giveaway is your chance to explore the ocean’s most remarkable mammals.
The place where kids can dig, drive and discover the science behind big machines!
Got a budding engineer at home who loves anything with wheels, levers and buckets? We’ve got the perfect prize for your family!
We’re giving away one family ticket (for up to 4 people) to Diggerland UK. It’s the UK’s only construction-themed adventure park where kids don’t just watch machines… they drive them!
Whether it’s steering a mini-digger, navigating a dumper truck or giggling on the Skyshuttle with a view over the park, Diggerland turns real engineering into pure fun for everyone. There are over 20 rides and drives packed with rumbling engines and hands-on action, plus rides like Spindizzy, Go-Karts and more to keep the whole family smiling all day long.
Where could your adventure be? Diggerland parks are dotted around the UK — in Kent, Devon, Durham and Yorkshire.Check out the locations here.
🛠️ What’s So Great About Diggerland?
This isn’t a normal theme park — it’s like stepping onto a real-life construction site where kids become the operators:
🏗️ Operate mini diggers and giant machines: feel the levers and hydraulics do their thing!
🚜 Drive dumpers and skidsteers: loads of engineering-fun for curious minds.
🎢 Ride machine-themed attractions like Spindizzy and Skyshuttle: think science of motion meets silly fun.
It’s perfect for kids who love big vehicles and for adults who secretly want to try digging too! (We won’t tell 😉)
How to Enter
To be in with a chance of winning this awesome family day out, simply answer this question in the comments:
What is the scoop on a digger called?
A. A ladle B. A bucket C. A paw
Competition closes: 31.01.26. After the closing date we’ll pick one lucky winner who will receive a family ticket for four people to any Diggerland park – choose from Kent, Devon, County Durham or West Yorkshire.
🧠 Why We Love Engineering Adventures
At Whizz Pop Bang we think science is best felt not just read about — and Diggerland does exactly that. Playing with real machines introduces kids to mechanics, forces and motion in a way that sticks. When they pull a lever or steer a dumper, they’re discovering engineering without even realising it!
Whether your family’s budding builder dreams of designing bridges or just loves a good dig in the mud, this prize is all about sparking curiosity and shared fun.
Competition closes at midnight on 31st January 2026. There is no cash alternative. The gift cannot be exchanged for money, food, gift shop credit or anything other. Standard Diggerland terms and conditions apply which can be found here.Standard Whizz Pop Bang terms and conditions also apply and can be found here. The winner’s details will remain private and will not be shared with any third party unless explicit permission is given. Winner’s details including name, email address, phone number and postal address will be shared with Diggerland and where applicable the partner prize company for the prize(s) to be posted directly to the winner. Winning Diggerland ticket will be valid for 4 people only. Winning Diggerland ticket will expire on 30th June 2026 and cannot be extended under any circumstances.
This beautifully illustrated book is a children’s guide to the science, stories and symbolism of stars, exploring their role across cultures, histories and scientific discovery. Bursting with facts, myths and cosmic wonder, Wish Upon a Star is perfect for curious young minds who want to understand how stars shape our world and our imagination.
✨ Learn about different types of stars, constellations and galaxies 🧭 Discover how stars have been used for navigation across the centuries 🎨 Explore how stars have inspired art, stories and mythology around the world 🔭 Find out how scientists study stars and what they reveal about the universe
Whether your child is into science, space, history or storytelling, this magical journey through the cosmos is a brilliant companion to our space-themed issues of Whizz Pop Bang!
How to enter
To win one of five copies of Wish Upon a Star, simply answer this question in the comments:
Which of these is a constellation? a) The Dolphin b) The Spoon c) The Big Dipper
Wish Upon a Star makes a perfect gift for any child who loves space, storytelling or science – and it’s the ideal companion to Whizz Pop Bang: Rocket RIders. Not yet a subscriber? Start your subscription here and blast off into a universe of fun!
Whizz Pop Bang magazine is turning ✨TEN✨ – and we’re celebrating with an epic science party giveaway!
To mark a whole decade of science fun, facts, and fizzing experiments, we’ve teamed up with the award-winning team at Sublime Science to offer one lucky reader a chance to WIN a Gold Sublime Science Party – right in your own home!
Packed with hands-on activities, ‘magic’ tricks, bubbles, smoke and flying things, a Sublime Science Party is the ultimate way to inspire a love of science in children aged 5–12. Expect plenty of WOW moments, giggles and unforgettable memories!
The Prize
The winner will receive:
A Gold Sublime Science Party, hosted by one of Sublime Science’s brilliant presenters at your home (or a venue you book), on a weekend date of your choice
If you live outside of the coverage area, you’ll receive a Gold Science Party in a Box, packed with everything you need to host your own unforgettable science party!
Loved by over one million kids (and even featured on Dragons’ Den!), Sublime Science Parties are:
Bursting with hands-on science experiments
Perfect for curious kids aged 5 to 12
Full of spectacular fun – with slime, smoke rings, flying fizz, and more!
These award-winning parties make science unforgettable, exciting and mess-free for parents!
Thank you for being part of the Whizz Pop Bang community – here’s to the next 10 years of science-fuelled fun!
Terms and conditions: The winner will receive a voucher for a Sublime Science Gold Party, valid for one year. A Sublime Science presenter will come to your home – or a venue that you book – on a weekend date of your choice, subject to availability. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Winners living outside areas covered will instead receive a Science Party in a Box, containing everything you need to host your own science party. See https://www.sublimescience.com for more information. This competition closes at midnight on 8th September 2025. For full terms and conditions, please see https://www.whizzpopbang.com/terms-and-conditions/
We’ve got an amazing array of books to give away, perfect for curious children who love bugs, space, aliens and saving the planet! Thank you to our friends at Flying Eye Books for these gorgeous prizes!
Three lucky winners will each receive a set of four fantastic, fact-packed books that blend science, adventure and BIG questions about the universe. Here’s what’s up for grabs…
🪐 Cosmo Park by Madeleine Finlay and Tom Dearie Jump aboard a hover-buggy and zoom through a cosmic theme park in this vibrant comic-style book! Learn all about black holes, galaxies and the freezing end of the universe – all wrapped up in colourful illustrations and mind-blowing facts.
👾 The Unexplained: UFOs by Adam Allsuch Boardman Are we alone in the universe? Explore the mysterious world of UFOs in this graphic guide packed with alien sightings, strange encounters, and fascinating theories. Perfect for kids with big imaginations and even bigger questions.
How to enter
To be in with a chance of winning, just answer this question in the comments:
Which one of the below is not a type of beetle?
A) Rose chafer B) Ninety-nine-spot beetle C) Rainbow leaf beetle
Find out how to draw Dash the firefly from The Beastie Bros books with this simple drawing tutorial!
Have you read Beastie Bros: the Cabbage Juice Crime by David O’Connell? It stars an unlikely crime-solving duo – Dash the firefly and Dribble the snail. Keep scrolling to find out how to draw Dash the firefly!
If you’re interested in minibeasts, creepy crawlies and all sorts of insects, you’ll love Whizz Pop Bang: Minibeast Safari! Investigate the science of insects as you make an insect pooter, build a bug hotel, craft a balancing butterfly, meet jungle creepy crawlies and more. Plus there’s a competition to win Beastie Bros: The Cabbage Juice Crime by David O’Connell. You can find it in our shop now!
The dinosaurs are coming to the Utilita Arena on Saturday 31st May 2025, and YOU could be going to meet them there! Our friends at Sublime Science will also be there, demonstrating incredible prehistoric science. Keep reading to find out how you could win tickets to Jurassic Take-over Day…
This incredible immersive experience is packed with dinos of all shapes and sizes! Travel back millions of years as these almighty creatures are brought to life through realistic animatronics, talented actors and interactive props.
Meet T. rex, brachiosaurus, cute hatchlings and more at this walkthrough and theatre event. Dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages will love a trip to this immersive dinosaur experience for kids – Jurassic Take-over Day! If you’re looking for things to do with kids in May half term in the North East, look no further…
Our friends at Sublime Science will also be at Jurassic Take-over, showing off spectacular prehistoric science activities including dino egg hatching, an excavation station, a chance to build your own flying pterosaur and so much more. Get ready for a day packed with all awesome, unforgettable science!
Want to win tickets? We’ve got four tickets to Jurassic Take-over Day in Newcastle to give away to one lucky family!*
Simply tell us your favourite type of dinosaur in the comments to be in with a chance of winning!
Competition Rules
Terms and conditions: The prize is four tickets to Jurassic Take-over Day at Utilita Arena, Newcastle on Saturday 31st May 2025. No travel, accommodation or additional expenses are included. The competition closes at midnight on 22.05.25. The winner will be selected at random from all valid entries and contacted via email or direct message within 24 hours of the competition closing. The winner must respond within 24 hours to claim their prize. If no response is received within that time, a new winner will be chosen. The competition is open to UK residents aged 18 or over. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram or Facebook. By entering, you agree to your details being passed to the event organiser solely for the purpose of issuing your tickets. No cash alternative is available. Full general terms and conditions apply – https://www.whizzpopbang.com/terms-and-conditions/.
