Dissection Discoveries

A fantastic dissection workshop for primary students developed in conjunction with our friends from Dissection Connection.

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Hands-on Biology School Workshop

Your students will explore the major body parts, how body systems are arranged and experience just what is like to work in a biological laboratory. Our presenter will guide your students through their dissections, pointing out relevant features of the specimen and ensuring safety throughout.

We only use high-quality specimens sourced from ethical suppliers, each prepared by Dissection Connection to laboratory standards. Fantastic as a stand-alone workshop or paired with our popular human body science incursion.

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!)

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Australian Curriculum Mapping

for all science workshops & shows

Australian ACARA Content Outcomes:

Living things can be grouped on the basis of observable features and can be distinguished from non-living things (ACSSU044).

Living things have structural features and adaptations that help them to survive in their environment (ACSSU043).

Use equipment and materials safely, identifying potential risks (ACSIS088).

Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows

NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT

for all our incursions

NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions

NSW Science Syllabus Content A student:

ST2-4LW-S
compares features and characteristics of living and non-living things

ST2-1WS-S
questions, plans and conducts scientific investigations, collects and summarises data and communicates using scientific representations

ST2-2DP-T
selects and uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity

ST3-4LW-S
examines how the environment affects the growth, survival and adaptation of living things

ST3-1WS-S
plans and conducts scientific investigations to answer testable questions, and collects and summarises data to communicate conclusions

ST3-2DP-T
plans and uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity

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

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 can be grouped on the basis of observable features and can be distinguished from non-living things (VCSSU057)

Different living things have different life cycles and depend on each other and the environment to survive (VCSSU058)

Safely use appropriate materials, tools, equipment and technologies (VCSIS067)

Print a PDF which details P to 6 mapping of all our VIC science visits

School Testimonials

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Enngonia Public School

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K to 6 Technology Camp

Lots of hands on activities and great presentations. The activities were appropriate for the levels of students and showed that science is fun

Dissection Workshop Details

This engaging workshop offers primary students a chance to be introduced to biology in a fun and safe atmosphere. Many schools use this to complement a human body unit of work. On the day of the school visit, Fizzics will supply relevant PPE and equipment for the workshop. If you wish the dissection to be performed by the Fizzics presenter only this also can be arranged.

A large variety of specimens can be used and are subject to availability.
Prices vary per specimen (see costs below) All are prepared ethically:

Whole Specimens

Piglet
Cane Toad
Crayfish (male & female pair)

Prepared specimens

Cow: eye, heart, knee joint, femur, hoof and lower limb.
Pig: half head (lateral section) and pluck (lungs, trachea, heart, oesophagus, liver)

All specimens are sent frozen from Dissection Connection to Fizzics Education prior to our visit.
This takes time to arrange so please let us know in advance which specimens you would like the students to work with!

This incursion can also be viewed as a LIVE web conference anywhere in the world!

Question – How are the whole animals euthanised?

The toads have been euthanised via CO2 asphyxiation in accordance with the latest method endorsed by Biosecurity Queensland. The piglet stillborns are collected from pig farms on the day of birth and frozen. There is no inducement to euthanise piglets to sell as specimens; a surviving piglet is worth much more to farmers as a product. Piglet stillborns that would normally be treated as waste can now help educate students in the classroom. Please inform your attending families prior to the visit that the specimens are prepared ethically by Dissection Connection.

Requirements

Appropriate for years 3 to 6 with a maximum of 30 students per class

Students should have long hair tied back and wear closed-toe shoes

Chairs are not required

Access to at least 5 large tables, rooms with vinyl, wood or tiled floors are best

Students will work in groups of 2 or more, dependent on the number of specimens ordered

Duration 60 or 90 minutes, set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes

For safety students will not be given sharp bladed instruments.
A thorough cleanup will be done by our presenter after the workshop.

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

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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!

Cost

$550 inc. GST for per 60-minute class plus cost of the specimens you wish to dissect
$600 inc. GST per 90-minute class plus cost of the specimens you wish to dissect

Cow

Eyes (6 per pack – $20.00)
Heart (1 per pack – $16.00)
Knee joint (1 per pack – $15.00)
Femur, half (1 lateral section per pack – $12.00)

Pig

Piglet, Female (1 per pack – $15.00)
Pluck with Liver (1 per pack – $18.50)… limited supply and needs to be booked ahead
Pluck without liver + Piglet ($25.00)
Head, half (1 lateral section per pack – $11.00)

Cane Toads

Cane Toad, Male or Female (1 per pack – $12.00)

Crayfish

Crayfish (1 male + 1 female per pack – $12.00)

Available as an online class anywhere in the world.
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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

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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.
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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.

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School Comments View All

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 Fun

Thanks so much for presenting at our school on Monday. Our students enjoyed the show.

-Greenvale Primary School – Big Science Big Fun

Fizzics 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 Day

Fizzics 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