Pupils look at technologies from the last 100 years then design a new sustainable technology for the future

Our Small is challenge is based around Practical Action’s founder E.F.Schumacher’s philosophy that small changes can lead to a big impact on people’s lives.

The challenge for students is to look at technologies from the last 100 years and invent a product that could help us all lead a more sustainable future.

Within the further information section, you find examples of students inspirational ideas and how to take the challenge further into regional and national events.

Suitable for ages 8-14. This activity is accredited by the British Science Association as suitable to count towards a CREST Award.