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Galileo was placed under house arrest because his scientific beliefs went against those of the Catholic Church. Can the children imagine they are Galileo and write an entry in his diary during this time? They might need to do a little research first...
Inventing new things is a lot of fun! If you could invent anything, what would it be? Draw your invention inside the lightbulb on this worksheet then write a little about what your invention will do...
Here is a useful printable poster of the portrait of Galileo Galilei done in 1636 by Justus Sustermans.
Our simple colouring pages are a great way to introduce famous people to younger children - this colouring page features Galileo Galilei.
