Author Archives: Joanna

About Joanna

Joanna is the Education Officer at the Geological Society, responsible for promoting Earth science education to schools.

Earth Science Week day 4: Hidden Science Phone App

Posted on October 13, 2011

Ever wondered why natural disasters happen? Or been frustrated by a flight cancelled by volcanic ash clouds? Earth science affects our lives in all kinds of ways, throwing up a lot of questions along the way. This month, to coincide … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week day 3: what on Earth is geocaching?

Posted on October 12, 2011

Earth Science Week is a great opportunity to explore the geology in your area – especially as we’re experiencing some unseasonably good weather! A great way to do this is by ‘geocaching’ (pronounced geo-kash-ing). A growing hobby in the US, … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week day 2: How to make a kitchen volcano….

Posted on October 11, 2011

Last week, we blogged about the best volcanic hang outs for aspiring super-villains. Realistically though, we know many of you Evil Geologists can’t afford a lair to call your own – in view of this, we present the (sort of) … Continue reading →

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Earth Science Week 2011 – Fossil map of the UK

Posted on October 10, 2011

The UK’s first Earth Science Week begins today! Earth Science Week has been happening in the USA annually since 1998, organised by the American Geological Institute, and we’re very pleased to host the first UK week alongside.

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