science year launch...the giant jump
Have you ever wondered what would happen if everyone in Britain jumped up and down at the same time?
We wondered too ... so Science Year launched across the UK on 7th September 2001 with THE GIANT JUMP!
1 million children took part - and here's what happened.
- Initial results...
What we learned on the day
- Final recordings & more results
More detailed analysis
- Measuring the Jump
How to tell whether the earth shook
- Did you Jump?
In order to be included in the record attempts and receive a Guinness World Record Certificate for your school, you must complete and return the Witness Statement.
- Fun Jumping Facts
Animals, earthquakes, sport - it's all here.
- Jump Meters
Make your own earthquake detectors. There are some you can build or check out the other simpler ways to detect ground vibrations.
- Web Links
Earth moving links of all kinds!
- Competition
Can you design an earthquake-resistant building or a groovy JumpSuit?
- Launch Day Diary
It wasn't just the Giant Jump, so what ELSE happened on the day?
- Curriculum Links
Check out how the jump links into the National Curriculum
giant jump theme tune
"The theme was composed and produced by Michael Hindle and Simon Doherty. It was performed by Simon Doherty, Dave Lacey, Dave Cork and Leanne Willetts."