Sally Weatherly

Hi Reader As the holidays approach, I thought it would be fun to explore a classic seasonal question: How does Santa deliver presents to every child in one night? Let’s break it down Santa's magic: 1. Santa’s Speed: To visit every home in the world (around 2 billion), Santa would have to travel roughly 1,800 miles per second—that’s about 0.9% of the speed of light! Of course, at this speed, relativity comes into play, and Santa’s mass would increase dramatically. Perhaps his sleigh uses...

Hi Reader Feeling the mock exam panic? Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and I’ve got you covered! Whether you’ve got two days or two hours to revise, here’s a simple, effective 5-step strategy to make your revision count. Step 1: Pick Your Questions Don’t overwhelm yourself. Randomly choose: 5 Paper 1A questions 2 Paper 2 questions …for each topic. Also find 3 data-based Paper 1B questions. There's a whole bank of these inside TrIBe. Step 2: Time Yourself Answer the questions in focused...

Hi Reader The Nov 2024 IB Physics exams are officially behind us! I think you were sitting those exams - right? How does it feel to have finished??? From my viewpoint, the Nov 24 exams made waves for a couple of big reasons.... Reason #1: They Were Hard! It’s fair to say that students found these papers challenging (I’ve seen some, let’s say, “colourful” feedback – here are the safe for work highlights) “The multiple-choice section definitely kept me on my toes! There were a couple of...

As you know, there are no official past papers yet for Paper 1B. However, the IB has provided a clear outline of the types of questions you can expect in this section. You know that I'm completely committed to TrIBe Physics being the best IB Physics resource available! So, to make sure you're thoroughly prepared, I’ve significantly expanded our practice question bank in Step 4 > Get The Grade > Paper 1B. Previously, it contained questions worth about 30 marks. Now, it’s grown to an extensive...

Hi Reader, Let’s be real for a second... juggling the IB Physics syllabus can feel like trying to solve a Rubik's Cube blindfolded. With so much to cover, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to drown in stress! Strategic Study Watch this video where I break down my approach to strategic study - it’s all about making the most of your time so you can achieve top marks with less hassle. Plus, I’ll give you a sneak peek into my 4-Step Success Path, designed to...

Hi Reader Finding the perfect IB Physics tutor can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. You want someone who not only understands the subject but can also help you tackle exam-style questions, improve your scores, and - let’s face it - not bore you to death 💀 Lucky for you, I’ve got your back. Whether you’re considering a tutor (hopefully one without coffee breath) or thinking about taking the plunge into TrIBe Physics, you need to know how to spot quality tutoring. In this week's...

Hi Reader Your Physics IA has a 3,000 word limit - but don't worry, let me be very specific about where these words count. Title Page Do not include a title page or contents table. Your report should start with these three bullet points: Title of the investigation IB candidate code (or all group members' codes, if applicable) Number of words in your report (yes, the word count must be clearly stated right at the start!) Word Count When you are giving your final word count - not ALL the words...

Hi Reader Let’s dive right in! Ever heard of the Pareto principle? It’s this idea that 80% of your results come from just 20% of your efforts. Well, I’ve been living and breathing IB Physics since 2004 (yes, I remember the days when mobile phones were the size of bricks), and I can tell you, the Pareto principle is incredibly powerful when it comes to your exam prep in IB Physics. Here’s the secret 🤫Not all IB Physics topics are created equal. Some topics are weighted more heavily in the...

Hi Reader The IB Physics data booklet feels like it should be helpful, but it's somehow super confusing at the same time. I recently spent a couple of hours annotating the IB Physics data booklet (yes, really!) and it's a total game-changer. Trust me, this is something you’ll want to do as part of your individual study waaaayy before your exams. No matter where you are in your IB Physics journey - whether you've just started the course or exams feel like they're looming - taking the time to...

Hi Reader School's starting again, and I want to make sure you have the best year possible. Given your exams are on 29 and 30th April 2025, that means there are 17 weeks until you'll be sitting in that exam hall, with your pen and calculator ready for action! I've recorded a 4 minute video giving you 3 super, simple tips to make sure you maximise those 17 weeks. 3 Tips for May 2025 Students Let's make this time count. Let's stay calm, organised and motivated in the year ahead. But Reader,...