Hot & Cold Workshop Explore the science of heat conduction in this hands-on school science visit Enquire Now 🔥 Physical World: Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer Hot & Cold Conduction, Convection and Thermal Energy How does energy move from one object to another? In this high-impact thermodynamics workshop, your classroom transforms into a laboratory for thermal investigation. Students explore how heat propagates through different states of matter and how we harness these transfers for everything from household heating to space exploration. This station-based exploratory session allows students to physically test conductivity, observe how convection currents drive our planet’s weather, and witness the power of temperature differentials. From chemical reactions that absorb energy to Stirling engines that run on heat, this workshop makes the invisible flow of energy visible. Hands-On Station Activities: Space-Age Materials: Test conductivity using an actual space shuttle thermal tile. Energy Transformation: Learn how mechanical and electrical energy create heat. Thermal Mechanics: Discover how temperature differences can drive a working engine. Global Systems: Model how convection drives ocean currents and atmospheric flow. Reaction Chemistry: Investigate exothermic and endothermic chemical changes. Expert Content & Presentation Led by Churchill Fellow Ben Newsome, we provide full risk assessments and syllabus-aligned inquiry for every session. Trustpilot 4 Million+ Students Inspired since 2004 Trustpilot Check Availability Global Online Class: Live interactive heat science programs available for any school globally via high-definition video conferencing. 🌡️ Full thermal demonstrations. 🎥 Zoom, Teams, or school software. 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 National Curriculum Mapping for all our science incursions Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science F-10 Version 9.0 Year 2 Recognise that materials can be changed physically without changing their material composition and explore the effect of actions including bending, twisting, stretching and breaking AC9S2U03 Year 1 & 2 Describe how people use science in their daily lives, including using patterns to make scientific predictions AC9S1H0, AC9S2H01 Pose questions to explore observed simple patterns and relationships and make predictions based on experiences AC9S1I01, AC9S2I01 Compare observations with predictions and others’ observations, consider if investigations are fair and identify further questions AC9S1I05, AC9S2I05 Year 3 Identify sources of heat energy and examine how temperature changes when heat energy is transferred from one object to another AC9S3U03 Investigate the observable properties of solids and liquids and how adding or removing heat energy leads to a change of state AC9S3U04 Year 4 Examine the properties of natural and made materials including fibres, metals, glass and plastics and consider how these properties influence their use AC9S4U04 Year 3 & 4 Examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations AC9S3H01, AC9S4H01 Consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem AC9S3H02, AC9S4H02 Pose questions to explore observed patterns and relationships and make predictions based on observations AC9S3I01, AC9S4I01 Compare findings with those of others, consider if investigations were fair, identify questions for further investigation and draw conclusions AC9S3I05, AC9S4I05 Year 5 Explain observable properties of solids, liquids and gases by modelling the motion and arrangement of particles AC9S5U04 Year 6 Compare reversible changes, including dissolving and changes of state, and irreversible changes, including cooking and rusting that produce new substances AC9S6U04 Year 5 & 6 Investigate how scientific knowledge is used by individuals and communities to identify problems, consider responses and make decisions AC9S5H02, AC9S6H02 Pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships and make reasoned predictions AC9S5I01, AC9S6I01 Compare methods and findings with others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned conclusions AC9S5I05, AC9S6I05 Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: ST1-8PW-S describes common forms of energy and explores characteristics of sound energy ST2-6MW-S describes how adding or removing heat causes a change of state ST2-8PW-ST describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat ST2-9PW-ST describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST3-6MW-S explains the effect of heat on the properties and behaviour of materials ST3-7MW-T explains how the properties of materials determines their use ST3-8PW-ST explains how energy is transformed from one form to another ST3-9PW-ST investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of forces NSW Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For implementation advice, visit the NESA Science and Technology site. Stage 2 ST2-SCI-01 uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems Recognise that matter is anything that has mass, takes up space and consists of small particles Observe matter existing as a solid, liquid and gas Describe water changing states using Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary Describe how heat affects the movement and arrangement of particles Recognise heat transfer via conduction, convection and radiation Measure temperature using a thermometer in degrees Celsius Conduct fair tests to compare how materials absorb or reflect heat ST2-PQU-01 poses questions to create fair tests that investigate the effects of energy Stage 3 ST3-PQU-01 poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests to gather data NSW K-10 Mapping Print NSW PDF Mapping VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 Science Foundation to Level 2 Objects can be made of different materials with observable properties. VC2S2U04 Materials can be combined for particular purposes; mixtures vary from base materials. VC2S2U05 Pose questions based on experiences to explore patterns and relationships. VC2S2I01 Share findings using everyday and scientific vocabulary. VC2S2I06 [Image of the arrangement of particles in solids, liquids, and gases] Levels 3 & 4 Solids, liquids and gases have observable properties; changes of state via heat energy. VC2S4U04 The properties of natural and made materials influence their use and re-use. VC2S4U05 Heat energy can be generated from different sources; temperature transfer. VC2S4U09 Plan and conduct scientific investigations using provided scaffolds and fair tests. VC2S4I02 Levels 5 & 6 Explain properties of matter by modelling particle motion; mixtures and solutions. VC2S6U03 Compare reversible changes (dissolving/state) and irreversible changes (cooking). VC2S6U04 Plan and conduct repeatable investigations, deciding variables and identifying risks. VC2S6I02 VIC F-6 Mapping Print VIC PDF Mapping School Testimonials View All MET Kellyville Feedback on: Geology Rocks Hot & Cold Just wanted to say a big thank you to Nina for coming out to M.E.T. Kellyville today to lead us through the Geology Rocks and Hot and Cold programmes. It was very professionally run and Nina was very patient with the many requests of the students. A huge thank you once again, we look forward to running more workshops in the future. Castle Cove Public School Feedback on: Hot & Cold workshop I wanted to tell you how extremely well the Stage 1 incursions went with Nina yesterday and today. She was a fantastic presenter - and impressive in how well she quickly adapted to different class dynamics and levels of understanding within the same year level. Science Show Activities Ball Smasher Striking materials can create a fair bit of heat! Colour change mug Engaging demonstration on thermochromic materials. Cool Conductivity How does metal respond to changes in temperature? Convection connection Learn about how heat transfers drive global weather patterns. Drinking bird Classic demonstration of liquid expansion from heat. How does it work? Get in the mood Rings that change colour with heat. Retro science fun. Hand boiler Boil this liquid with the heat of your hand. Wow! Heat turbine Find out about geothermal heat with this great device. Ice, ice baby! Counter-intuitive melting of ice - which material will melt the ice first? LCD mats Use the heat of your hand to change the liquid crystal materials. Nitinol See how nitinol responds to heat and how it is used for robotics. Radiometer Convert heat energy into kinetic energy with this fun engine. Space Shuttle Burn How can space shuttle tiles survive heat of atmospheric re-entry? Stirling engine An engine that runs from the heat of your hand? How does that work? Tea bag rocket How does that relate to convection; how do you even make it? Science workshop content What Students Experience: The Thermodynamics Lab In this high-energy workshop, students explore the invisible flow of thermal energy. By observing how particles behave at different temperatures, we make the abstract concepts of conduction, convection, and chemical heat transfer visible and tangible. 1. The Thermal Hook We open with a counter-intuitive ice-melting challenge that defies student expectations. This sets the stage for exploring how heat affects solids, liquids, and gases, and how thermometers measure particle speed. 2. Hands-On Stations Students rotate through specialised zones to test heat conductivity and model particle motion. They investigate endothermic reactions that get cold to the touch and use thermochromatic materials that change colour with temperature. 3. Kinetic Foundations The session concludes with powerful demonstrations of gas expansion. We show how these thermal forces drive everything from internal combustion engines to the massive weather patterns of our planet. Real Classroom Feedback C St Columbkille’s Primary Corrimal, NSW The Thermodynamics Lab was a huge hit! Seeing the students so engaged with particle theory and heat transfer was wonderful. A brilliant way to make complex physics accessible. View on Facebook T TPHS Collaroy Collaroy, NSW A fantastic hands-on session investigating thermal energy. The students loved the counter-intuitive challenges and the thermochromatic materials. View on Facebook W Waitara Public School Sydney, NSW “Such enthusiastic scientists learning about Hot and Cold! A perfect introduction to thermodynamics for our junior primary students.” Verified Testimonial ⬅️ Swipe to see more examples ➡️ EST. 2004 Our Commitment to Quality Science Education A Trusted School Partner for 20 Years Fizzics Education delivers reliable, syllabus-aligned visits that engage students and meet the practical requirements of the Australian classroom. ✓ Authentic Physics Apparatus: Using specialised thermal conductivity rods, Stirling engines, and digital sensors. ✓ Particle-Level Depth: Moving beyond “hot vs cold” to explore kinetic molecular theory and energy transformation. Trustpilot Requirements 🔥 Workshop Logistics Session Requirements 👥 Capacity & Timing 👨🎓 Attendance: Max 30 students per class. 🏫 Target: Appropriate for Years 1 to 6. ⏰ Duration: 60 or 90 minute options. 🛠️ Set/Pack: 45 mins setup + 45 mins pack down. 📍 Venue Requirements 🏗️ Tables: 10 tables for rotation stations. 🔌 Power: Access to 3 electrical sockets. 🪑 Seating: Chairs are not required. 🛡️ $20M Public Liability ✅ WWCC Checked 📋 Full Risk Assessments 🎓 Expert Science Educators Go Further! Complete Units of Work to Cut Your Planning Time in Half Support your classroom teaching with 270+ syllabus-linked lessons, high-quality videos, printable experiments, and comprehensive marking rubrics designed for K-6 teachers. Explore the K-6 Bundle Cost 💰 Workshop Investment Hot & Cold Most Popular $580 inc. GST 60-Minute Workshop ✨ $19.33 per student (Based on 30 students) $660 inc. GST 90-Minute Workshop ✨ $22.00 per student (Based on 30 students) Early Bird: Book and pay within 7 days to receive 10% off your booking. View offers & discounts 🔖 Offers: Find out about bulk offers & discounts here. 🌍 Global Reach: Available as a live online class anywhere in the world. 📍 Regional: We visit country schools via Country Science Tours. 📑 Syllabus: Print a PDF Mapping for all K to 6 visits. Call 1300 856 828 Click below to book your primary school incursion. Learn about our Global Impact 4 Million+ Students Inspired since 2004 Trustpilot 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 Science of Sound Years 1 to 6 30 to 60 students Show or workshop (NSW & VIC) 60 or 90 minutes Online Class Available New South Wales Victoria Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Human Endeavor Physical Science Science Inquiry Read More Enquire Now Earth, Sun and Moon Years 3 to 6 Maximum 30 students Science workshop (NSW & VIC) 60 or 90 minutes Online Class Available New South Wales Victoria Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Earth and Space Human Endeavor Science Inquiry Read More Enquire Now Ocean Smart Schools Years K to 6 Maximum 240 students Show (NSW , ACT & VIC only) 60 minutes Earth and Space Year 5 Human Endeavor Year 6 Physical Science New South Wales Victoria Australian Capital Territory Kindergarten Year 1 Year 2 Biological Science Year 3 Chemical Science Year 4 Read More Enquire Now
Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science incursions Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science F-10 Version 9.0 Year 2 Recognise that materials can be changed physically without changing their material composition and explore the effect of actions including bending, twisting, stretching and breaking AC9S2U03 Year 1 & 2 Describe how people use science in their daily lives, including using patterns to make scientific predictions AC9S1H0, AC9S2H01 Pose questions to explore observed simple patterns and relationships and make predictions based on experiences AC9S1I01, AC9S2I01 Compare observations with predictions and others’ observations, consider if investigations are fair and identify further questions AC9S1I05, AC9S2I05 Year 3 Identify sources of heat energy and examine how temperature changes when heat energy is transferred from one object to another AC9S3U03 Investigate the observable properties of solids and liquids and how adding or removing heat energy leads to a change of state AC9S3U04 Year 4 Examine the properties of natural and made materials including fibres, metals, glass and plastics and consider how these properties influence their use AC9S4U04 Year 3 & 4 Examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations AC9S3H01, AC9S4H01 Consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem AC9S3H02, AC9S4H02 Pose questions to explore observed patterns and relationships and make predictions based on observations AC9S3I01, AC9S4I01 Compare findings with those of others, consider if investigations were fair, identify questions for further investigation and draw conclusions AC9S3I05, AC9S4I05 Year 5 Explain observable properties of solids, liquids and gases by modelling the motion and arrangement of particles AC9S5U04 Year 6 Compare reversible changes, including dissolving and changes of state, and irreversible changes, including cooking and rusting that produce new substances AC9S6U04 Year 5 & 6 Investigate how scientific knowledge is used by individuals and communities to identify problems, consider responses and make decisions AC9S5H02, AC9S6H02 Pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships and make reasoned predictions AC9S5I01, AC9S6I01 Compare methods and findings with others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned conclusions AC9S5I05, AC9S6I05 Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: ST1-8PW-S describes common forms of energy and explores characteristics of sound energy ST2-6MW-S describes how adding or removing heat causes a change of state ST2-8PW-ST describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat ST2-9PW-ST describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST3-6MW-S explains the effect of heat on the properties and behaviour of materials ST3-7MW-T explains how the properties of materials determines their use ST3-8PW-ST explains how energy is transformed from one form to another ST3-9PW-ST investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of forces NSW Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For implementation advice, visit the NESA Science and Technology site. Stage 2 ST2-SCI-01 uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems Recognise that matter is anything that has mass, takes up space and consists of small particles Observe matter existing as a solid, liquid and gas Describe water changing states using Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary Describe how heat affects the movement and arrangement of particles Recognise heat transfer via conduction, convection and radiation Measure temperature using a thermometer in degrees Celsius Conduct fair tests to compare how materials absorb or reflect heat ST2-PQU-01 poses questions to create fair tests that investigate the effects of energy Stage 3 ST3-PQU-01 poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests to gather data NSW K-10 Mapping Print NSW PDF Mapping VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 Science Foundation to Level 2 Objects can be made of different materials with observable properties. VC2S2U04 Materials can be combined for particular purposes; mixtures vary from base materials. VC2S2U05 Pose questions based on experiences to explore patterns and relationships. VC2S2I01 Share findings using everyday and scientific vocabulary. VC2S2I06 [Image of the arrangement of particles in solids, liquids, and gases] Levels 3 & 4 Solids, liquids and gases have observable properties; changes of state via heat energy. VC2S4U04 The properties of natural and made materials influence their use and re-use. VC2S4U05 Heat energy can be generated from different sources; temperature transfer. VC2S4U09 Plan and conduct scientific investigations using provided scaffolds and fair tests. VC2S4I02 Levels 5 & 6 Explain properties of matter by modelling particle motion; mixtures and solutions. VC2S6U03 Compare reversible changes (dissolving/state) and irreversible changes (cooking). VC2S6U04 Plan and conduct repeatable investigations, deciding variables and identifying risks. VC2S6I02 VIC F-6 Mapping Print VIC PDF Mapping
What Students Experience: The Thermodynamics Lab In this high-energy workshop, students explore the invisible flow of thermal energy. By observing how particles behave at different temperatures, we make the abstract concepts of conduction, convection, and chemical heat transfer visible and tangible. 1. The Thermal Hook We open with a counter-intuitive ice-melting challenge that defies student expectations. This sets the stage for exploring how heat affects solids, liquids, and gases, and how thermometers measure particle speed. 2. Hands-On Stations Students rotate through specialised zones to test heat conductivity and model particle motion. They investigate endothermic reactions that get cold to the touch and use thermochromatic materials that change colour with temperature. 3. Kinetic Foundations The session concludes with powerful demonstrations of gas expansion. We show how these thermal forces drive everything from internal combustion engines to the massive weather patterns of our planet. Real Classroom Feedback C St Columbkille’s Primary Corrimal, NSW The Thermodynamics Lab was a huge hit! Seeing the students so engaged with particle theory and heat transfer was wonderful. A brilliant way to make complex physics accessible. View on Facebook T TPHS Collaroy Collaroy, NSW A fantastic hands-on session investigating thermal energy. The students loved the counter-intuitive challenges and the thermochromatic materials. View on Facebook W Waitara Public School Sydney, NSW “Such enthusiastic scientists learning about Hot and Cold! A perfect introduction to thermodynamics for our junior primary students.” Verified Testimonial ⬅️ Swipe to see more examples ➡️ EST. 2004 Our Commitment to Quality Science Education A Trusted School Partner for 20 Years Fizzics Education delivers reliable, syllabus-aligned visits that engage students and meet the practical requirements of the Australian classroom. ✓ Authentic Physics Apparatus: Using specialised thermal conductivity rods, Stirling engines, and digital sensors. ✓ Particle-Level Depth: Moving beyond “hot vs cold” to explore kinetic molecular theory and energy transformation. Trustpilot
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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