On Monday we will discuss what sort of bugs we think might live in our gardens at our childcare. What they are, what they eat and where they live. We will also be using microscopes to look closer at the bugs we find. We will go on a community walk to the local park to…
Topic: Innovation and Technology
Culburra Wind-Powered Car Showcase
Students at Culburra Public School have been investigating renewable energy and the design thinking process by designing a wind-powered car using recycled materials and LEGO. Their original brief was to build a lightweight car that travels on wheels at least three metres using only the power of wind. Class groups have recorded the results of…
Robot Storytime
It’s storytime at Mitcham Memorial Library. Join us for a captivating Storytime session, where the magic of books comes alive. Spark your imagination with our library storytellers who introduce new themes each week to inspire young minds to explore. The City of Mitcham welcomes all to this free storytime and craft session, where dreams are…
Code Club
Code Club is about fun, creativity, and learning through exploring; making friends and experiencing the fun of learning and playing with code. For this special National Science Week session, we will be creating an animation to tell the story of Tagai, a sea hero of the Torres Straits, and what constellations he is part of,…
Young Tassie Scientists at Taroona Primary School
This year’s Young Tassie Scientists are University of Tasmania scientists who are keen to share their work through interactive talks and hands-on activities in Tasmanian schools and communities during National Science Week. Some of the Young Tassie Scientists on the Southern road trip are: Angus Olding (He/him), Chemist – Chemistry Chelsea Long (She/Her), Antarctic scientist – Antarctica: Science & Policy …
Junior Robotics with Scratch – Bricks 4 Kidz
To celebrate National Science Week and Inspiring WA, SJ Shire have partnered with Brickz4kidz to provide Junior Robotics with Scratch 3.0 Junior Robotics with Scratch 3.0 and includes a robotics build and lesson on Scratch 3.0 coding. These bots are on the move! Some walk, some tumble, and some prepare to hop. Children will love finding out how their bot will move once they build it using LEGO® WeDo…
Junior Conservation Crew – Science to save the tassie devil
Imagine a world where scientists are using their skills to save an amazing animal from extinction! That’s exactly what we’re learning about at Eltham South Preschool during National Science Week with our exciting project, “Junior Conservation Crew: Science to Save the Tassie Devil.” We’ve got a scientist joining us for some super cool STEM sessions….
Ecosciences Show and Tell 2024
This is an excellent opportunity to find out about current projects, new technologies used in the field, and what’s growing in the building. Good for networking. Located in the foyer. No bookings needed.
Mini MakerX
We are thrilled to be hosting a Mini MakerX event at our newly-refurbished Makers Technology and Innovation Hub at the University of Tasmania, Cradle Coast Campus in Burnie! Join us for a community festival that brings together all the elements that make our region so unique. This National Science Week activity will promote idea-sharing,…
Shaping our Agricultural Future
Do you want to learn more about how plants power life on Earth? ARC Future Crops Training Centre and meriSTEM education are presenting an exciting opportunity. Conduct experiments in plant biology with photosynthesis sensors and other tools at the ANU! If you’re a Year 11 or 12 student in the ACT or surrounding regions undertaking a relevant…