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In this science workshop, we’ll apply our STEM skills to create a wooden catapult that really works!
Along the way, we’ll learn
Australian ACARA Content Outcomes:
Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (ACSSU076).
Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions
NSW Science Syllabus Content
A student:
ST3-9PW-ST
investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force
For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the NESA Science and Technology K–6 Curriculum site
ST3-PQU-01
poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests to gather data
ST3-DDT-01
uses design processes to create, evaluate and modify designed solutions
NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions
Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits
Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (VCSSU064)
Print a PDF which details P to 6 mapping of all our VIC science visits
The session is designed to capture their imagination as they construct medieval siege devices out of common materials. The students will work together to construct their creations and will have a chance to use them to shoot ping pong balls at a target or go for distance on completion.
We will bring table covers and work mats for each hands-on station. The students can take home their catapult at the end of the session.
On booking please be advised that hot glue guns are used throughout this workshop. Appropriate safety precautions and instructions are provided. All care is taken however we do not take responsibility for injuries caused by misuse of our equipment.
On booking please be advised that hot glue guns are used throughout this workshop. Appropriate safety precautions and instructions are provided. All care is taken however we do not take responsibility for injuries caused by misuse of our equipment. Please advise parents prior to booking.
For us to provide the best possible learning experience, the materials used during the presentation may be varied to suit the conditions and the audience. Please chat with our presenter if there is a particular focus that you’d like us to cover.
During Social Distancing – Contact us
and we’ll tailor a program to suit both your school and the State’s social distancing requirements. Further details here
Hours of High-Quality videos, printable experiments, quizzes, vocabulary lists,
Scope & sequences, cross-curricular teaching ideas, marking rubrics & more
Save time & engage students in STEM
$550 inc. GST for a 60-minute workshop or $600 inc. GST for a 90-minute workshop
Available as an online class anywhere in the world.
Find out more here
Go further with the Forces & Movement Unit of Work
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In a regional area? Find out how we can attend your school as part of a country science tour!
Call 1300 856 828, or click below to make a booking for your primary school.
Print a PDF for mapping of all our K to 6 science visits
Years 1 to 6
Maximum 30 students
Workshop or Show (NSW & VIC)
60 or 90 minutes
Online Class Available
Years 3 to 6
Maximum 30 students
Workshop or show (NSW & VIC)
60 or 90 minutes
Online Class Available
K to 10
Maximum 30 students
Workshops or show
30 - 45 minutes
Online Class Available
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I just wanted to pass on how much the staff and students really enjoyed it and how perfect it was to launch our science week activities. The students were enthralled, educated and entertained – a perfect trifecta!
-Caulfield Grammar School – Big Science Big FunThanks so much for presenting at our school on Monday. Our students enjoyed the show.
-Greenvale Primary School – Big Science Big FunFizzics Education curated a thoughtful and hands-on experience for the children, incorporating practical, skill-based learning activities and followed by a science presentation at the end of the event involving liquid nitrogen. This was delivered safely and effectively, capturing both the children and the parents for the duration of the presentation.
-Macquarie Bank – Family Fun DayFizzics Education ran a show today at our school and it was wonderful. He was a great facilitator and the show was age appropriate and well done.
-Mount Zion Early learning centre – Little Science Big FunI just wanted to pass on how much the staff and students really enjoyed it and how perfect it was to launch our science week activities. The students were enthralled, educated and entertained – a perfect trifecta!
-Caulfield Grammar School – Big Science Big FunThanks so much for presenting at our school on Monday. Our students enjoyed the show.
-Greenvale Primary School – Big Science Big FunFizzics Education curated a thoughtful and hands-on experience for the children, incorporating practical, skill-based learning activities and followed by a science presentation at the end of the event involving liquid nitrogen. This was delivered safely and effectively, capturing both the children and the parents for the duration of the presentation.
-Macquarie Bank – Family Fun DayFizzics Education ran a show today at our school and it was wonderful. He was a great facilitator and the show was age appropriate and well done.
-Mount Zion Early learning centre – Little Science Big Fun