Many teachers would agree that simply reading a science chapter rarely leads to deep understanding. Students grasp concepts more effectively when they observe, ask questions, discuss ideas and practise applying what they learn.
It’s a strange world where a child can tell you the exact weaknesses of Pikachu but struggles to understand why a balloon floats. We've somehow made science less engaging than a fictional universe filled with pocket monsters. And frankly, the pocket monsters are winning.
When you ask a child, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Most kids dream of becoming astronauts, doctors, or engineers—careers that revolve around science. Yet, when it comes time to learn about science in the classroom, many groan, roll their eyes, or check out entirely.