Is there anything worse than being bored? In modern life, boredom has gained a bad reputation, and we find ourselves constantly trying to avoid it. Whenever there’s a quiet moment, we rush to fill it with screens, activities and background noise, determined not to waste time. But neuroscience tells us a very different story. Research into the neuroscience of boredom shows that boredom is not only normal, but beneficial for brain development. Far from being a problem, boredom

British Science Week is fast approaching, and this year’s theme, Curiosity: What’s your question? , is a perfect fit for our brain experts at Braintastic! Science. After all, curiosity lives  in the brain! At Braintastic! Science, we love activities that don’t require expensive equipment, endless prep, or specialist knowledge. The best science lessons are often simple, practical and discussion-led, giving space for students to ask and answer questions about their amazing brai

And with that, 2025 is coming to a close – and what a year! Before we dive into 2026, we’ve been taking a look back at our favourite parts of the past year… along with giving a little sneak peek for what’s in store next year. The numbers… Our presenters performed at 16 festivals (plus plenty of primary and secondary schools, summer schools, and Christmas lecture events) across 19 towns and cities in three different countries. Your favourite show this year was Am I Normal?,