Digging Dinosaurs A look at ancient organisms, their traces, relationships & extinction theories Enquire Now Hands-on Palaeontology Students will have a roaring great time as they learn about dinosaurs in this hands-on science workshop designed to look at palaeontology in a realistic way. Check out the life-size replica of the Velociraptor dinosaur skull and come face to face with a T-Rex! Work like a real palaeontologist; dig out and analyse the specimens found Find out how fossils are formed and how it’s easy to find them on the beach Feel replica dinosaur skin and compare it with that from modern animals Go beyond dinosaurs to look at Australian megafauna Make casts of ancient creatures to keep and more! … no slideshows here in this science workshop! Available as a primary school science incursion within Australia or as a video conference to any school around the globe! Trustpilot Online Class Version We’ve run live interactive distance programs since 2010 and are highly experienced in making online classes engaging for students on a variety of web conferencing platforms. All of the same curriculum points will be covered, but the activities may vary from those listed for face-to-face incursions. Our online classes include demonstrations, Q&A, and hands-on activities (you will receive a materials list upon booking). Full child protections are in place We usually connect to classes & homes via Zoom, however if you wish to use a different software we can work with you on getting the connection live. If you connect with us via Zoom Full system requirements for Zoom here Each student should test their Zoom connection here. Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!) Quick Links Past projects Requirements Cost per Science Show Free Science Resources Back to Primary Science Visits 150 Free Experiments Fizzics in the Media Australian Curriculum Mapping for all science workshops & shows Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: There are no specific outcome dot points describing dinosaurs, however the following points are also covered: Sudden geological changes or extreme weather conditions can affect Earth’s surface (ACSSU096). Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activity (ACSSU075). The growth and survival of living things are affected by the physical conditions of their environment (ACSSU094). Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW Science Syllabus Content There are no NSW syllabus specific dotpoints that include dinosaurs however the following is covered: A student: ST2-4LW-S compares features and characteristics of living and non-living things ST3-4LW-S examines how the environment affects the growth, survival and adaptation of living things ST3-10ES-S explains regular events in the solar system and geological events on the Earth’s surface Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the NESA Science and Technology K–6 Curriculum site STE-SCI-01 identifies and describes characteristics of living things, properties of materials, and movement ST1-SCI-01 measures and describes changes in living things, materials, movement, Earth and the sky ST2-SCI-01 uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems ST3-SCI-01 uses evidence to explain how scientific knowledge can be used to develop sustainable practices NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum Living things have a variety of external features and live in different places where their basic needs, including food, water and shelter, are met (VCSSU042) Respond to and pose questions, and make predictions about familiar objects and events (VCSIS050) Participate in guided investigations, including making observations using the senses, to explore and answer questions (VCSIS051) Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activity (VCSSU062) Sudden geological changes or extreme weather conditions can affect Earth’s surface (VCSSU079) Print a PDF which details P to 6 mapping of all our VIC science visits School Testimonials View All Camberwell Grammar School Feedback on: Digging Dinosaurs Thanks to Ben visiting us yesterday. The boys really enjoyed the experience! Science Show Activities Dinosaur dig out Organise your team to excavate your specimens Dan the Duck Bill Replica of a parasaurolophus skull. It's head crest made many loud sounds Dino Eggs What did they look like? What did the embryo's look like inside? Sands of Time Look at how sedimentation helps to form fossils Scaly skin Compare modern animal skins to the replica dinosaur skin Casting creatures Makes casts of ancient organism impressions Birds are Dinos? Check out the archaeopteryx, a possible precursor to modern birds For the record Geological record shows a mass extinction 65 million ago. Why did it occur? T-rex Puzzle Mix and match the right bones to form a replica T-Rex skeleton. Terry Triceratops Meet the cuddly Triceratops puppet and learn about Cretaceous herbivores Talking Teeth Work out which teeth belong to which extinct or modern animal A school fossil incursion students love! Feedback on this dinosaur school incursion Trustpilot Requirements Appropriate for K to 6 with a maximum of 30 students per class 10 Tables arranged around a room Chairs are not required Access to 2 electrical power sockets Duration 60 or 90 minutes, set up time 45 minutes and pack up time 45 minutes 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 Go further – Complete Units of Work to support your teaching! 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 Find out more! Did you know about our larger stage shows? Designed to engage groups of up to 240 students, pair this workshop with one of these school favourites! Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Food Science Show Deep Blue Oceans Cost $550 inc. GST for a 60-minute workshop or $5600 inc. GST for a 90-minute workshop. Available as an online class anywhere in the world. Find out more here Find out about offers & discounts here! 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 Trustpilot Find out more here Enquire Now Extension Ideas! STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More Extension Ideas! Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More Fizzics Education Awards Related Shows Stars & Planets Years 3 to 6 Maximum 30 students Science workshop 60 or 90 minutes Online Class Available New South Wales Victoria Australian Capital Territory Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Earth and Space Human Endeavor Science Inquiry Read More Enquire Now Marble Run Mania! 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Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: There are no specific outcome dot points describing dinosaurs, however the following points are also covered: Sudden geological changes or extreme weather conditions can affect Earth’s surface (ACSSU096). Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activity (ACSSU075). The growth and survival of living things are affected by the physical conditions of their environment (ACSSU094). Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW Science Syllabus Content There are no NSW syllabus specific dotpoints that include dinosaurs however the following is covered: A student: ST2-4LW-S compares features and characteristics of living and non-living things ST3-4LW-S examines how the environment affects the growth, survival and adaptation of living things ST3-10ES-S explains regular events in the solar system and geological events on the Earth’s surface Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the NESA Science and Technology K–6 Curriculum site STE-SCI-01 identifies and describes characteristics of living things, properties of materials, and movement ST1-SCI-01 measures and describes changes in living things, materials, movement, Earth and the sky ST2-SCI-01 uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems ST3-SCI-01 uses evidence to explain how scientific knowledge can be used to develop sustainable practices NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum Living things have a variety of external features and live in different places where their basic needs, including food, water and shelter, are met (VCSSU042) Respond to and pose questions, and make predictions about familiar objects and events (VCSIS050) Participate in guided investigations, including making observations using the senses, to explore and answer questions (VCSIS051) Earth’s surface changes over time as a result of natural processes and human activity (VCSSU062) Sudden geological changes or extreme weather conditions can affect Earth’s surface (VCSSU079) Print a PDF which details P to 6 mapping of all our VIC science visits
STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More
STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More
Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More
Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More
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