Object Movement – Physical World – 5hr Incursion
Science
Syllabus Outcomes sTe-5PW-ST | sTe-2DP-T | PDe-5
$19.90
All parents and teachers can attend for no additional cost.
+GST. As this program is an educational service, all GST charged can be reimbursed in its entirety by the Government. (Minimum charge of x35 students).
About
Over an action-packed five hours, our enthusiastic Rangers will make object movement fun and engaging. Students will be enthralled by our interactive presentation where they’ll observe the movement of different objects, finishing with a huge EXPLOSION using liquid nitrogen to launch 1000 ping pong balls into the air! Selected students will be invited up to dress in real science uniforms such as lab coats, goggles and gloves where they’ll experiment with push and pull forces and learn how changes in motion affect the physical world. In this practical and interactive STEM-based program, students investigate the physical characteristics of objects and how they move such as bouncing, flying, jumping, rolling and sliding. They’ll have the chance to participate in a range of hands-on activities which demonstrate forces, and work together to develop solutions to challenges and identified needs – for example, applying scientific knowledge to build the best air rocket!
Syllabus Outcomes Addressed
Syllabus outcomes addressed:
STe-5PW-ST observes the way objects move and relates changes in motion to push and pull forces
STe-2DP-T develops solutions to an identified need
PDe-5 explores possible solutions to movement challenges through participation in a range of activities
Arrive/Depart
Full Day Incursion (5 Hours) 9:30am – 2:30pm
Time allocation for incursions can be tailored and adjusted to suit your individual school timetable and scheduling.
What's Included
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Syllabus Content Focus
Key inquiry questions answered:
- What causes objects to move in different ways?
Movement of objects
Students:
- observe the way a variety of familiar objects move, for example: (ACSSU005)
- sliding
- rolling
- spinning
- bouncing
- observe the effects of push and pull forces on familiar objects, for example: (ACSSU033)
- changes in motion, eg starting, stopping, changing speed or direction
- changes in shape, eg stretching, breaking
- participate in guided investigations to explore how particular objects move on land, water and/or in the air, and how these objects are affected by forces (ACTDEK002)
Day Outline
| Rangers arrive at your school for approx. 8:30am for set up. Incursion duration 9:30am- 2:30pm |
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| Introductory Presentation | The day kicks off with a meet and greet with our enthusiastic Rangers followed by an interactive and engaging presentation. (approx. 25-35 minutes) |
| Grouping: Students are divided into their groups of approximately x 30-35 students and are allocated a Ranger guide for each activity. | |
| Activity 1 | Students participate in each activity for approximately 35 minutes. |
| Activity 2 | Students participate in each activity for approximately 35 minutes. |
| Activity 3 | Students participate in each activity for approximately 35 minutes. |
| Activity 4 | Students participate in each activity for approximately 35 minutes. |
| School scheduled break times (lunch and recess) remain as usual. 2:20-2:30pm Wrap Up / Conclusion |
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Activities
INTRODUCTION:
The day kicks off with a meet and greet with our enthusiastic Rangers before enjoying an interactive and engaging science presentation, finishing with a huge EXPLOSION using liquid nitrogen to launch over 1000 ping pong balls into the air. In this practical and interactive STEM based program, students investigate the physical characteristics of objects and how they move such as bouncing, flying, jumping, rolling and sliding. Selected students will be invited up to dress in real science uniforms such as lab coats, goggles and gloves whilst we explore the everyday role of scientists and their importance in our community. Students will laugh and cheer as they participate in this engaging incursion all whilst learning about objects and how they move.
Note: In school hall or a large COLA area preferred.
Activity 1: Slime Bonanza – Students will LOVE getting their hands all dirty and slimy with this activity. Students will be changing the shape of our special slime by applying a force to it such as squashing and stretching it. The best part is – students get to take the slime home with them!
Note: Best run outside on a concrete or grass area. We will bring a hose to clean the area afterward. The slime is just cornflour and water so will wash off easily.
Activity 2: Air Pressure Rockets – Students design and build their very own rocket before launching their spacecraft into the sky above the rooftops using a specially-designed high pressure industrial rocket launcher. Guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping, students will watch in awe as they witness their rockets roar into the sky. Through championship competitions with their friends, students will monitor the highest rockets, learning how each shape and design affects movement. A unique, engaging, and action-packed activity focusing on pressure and its effects on everyday materials.
Note: Rocket building can be done inside. Best launched outside.
Activity 3: Billy Cart Championships – Students in teams will be racing against each other on a racecourse on your school grounds. Students observe how push and pull energy control the movement of billy carts. This fantastic experience will enable your students to learn how to conquer forces whilst working together in teams building their communication skills, balance, and fitness.
Note: On a grassy area such as an oval. Can also be run in a school hall.
Activity 4: Bug Catching on School Grounds – Students will have faces camouflage in child friendly face paint. Students will be given small clear jars with lid to catch anything creepy crawly they find in school grounds -spiders not allowed. This activity showcases all of the different ways that our creepy crawlies can move – slide, crawl, fly, roll, run and jump.
Note: This activity is best run in a garden area of the school where insects are likely to be found.
$19.90
All parents and teachers can attend for no additional cost.
+GST. As this program is an educational service, all GST charged can be reimbursed in its entirety by the Government. (Minimum charge of x35 students).
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