…tick, tick BOOM!

A fun science show performance where we blow stuff up! In the name of science of course :)

Exactly what the students want!

Isn’t it just? What better way to get kids into science than to do the stuff they want to see!
Originally designed to be run in Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum, this large stage performance gets noisy as we explore the science behind explosions and explain why chemical safety is so important. This is not just a series of tricks though, our experienced presenter will cover a multitude of concepts:

air pressure differentials
exothermic vs endothermic chemical reactions
the effect of surface area on reaction rates
combustion requirements
properties of liquid nitrogen
applications of controlled explosions and more…

Ideal for schools that want a professional large stage science performance in their school hall, with an added bonus that a science show catering up to 240 students at a time is also more economical per student. Excite the students to get back into science or simply end the year with a BANG!

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Australian Curriculum Mapping

for all science workshops & shows

Australian ACARA Content Outcomes:

A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (ACSSU046).

Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another (ACSSU049).

Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (ACSSU076).

Solids, liquids and gases have different observable properties and behave in different ways (ACSSU077).

Changes to materials can be reversible, such as melting, freezing, evaporating; or irreversible, such as burning and rusting (ACSSU095).

Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows

NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT

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NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions

NSW Science Syllabus Content: A student:

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

ST3-8PW-ST
explains how energy is transformed from one form to another

ST3-9PW-ST
investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force

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

STE-PQU-01
poses questions based on observations to collect data

ST1-SCI-01
measures and describes changes in living things, materials, movement, Earth and the sky

ST1-PQU-01
poses questions based on observations and information to investigate cause and effect

ST2-SCI-01
uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems

ST2-PQU-01
poses questions to create fair tests that investigate the effects of energy on living things and physical systems

ST3-PQU-01
poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests to gather data

NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions

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Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum

A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (VCSSU059)

Natural and processed materials have a range of physical properties; these properties can influence their use (VCSSU060)

Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another; a change in the temperature of an object is related to the gain or loss of heat by the object (VCSSU063)

Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (VCSSU064)

Solids, liquids and gases behave in different ways and have observable properties that help to classify them (VCSSU076)

Changes to materials can be reversible, including melting, freezing, evaporating, or irreversible, including burning and rusting (VCSSU077)

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

School Testimonials

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Gresford Public School

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Lego Robotics
National Science Week

Many thanks for a fantastic day last week. The Big Science Show got rave reviews from both children and adults alike. Our students loved their robotics session and now have more confidence to go on with their explorations.

Salamah College

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Everything was perfect!

Science Show Demonstrations

Fire ball

Learn about the fire triangle in this highly visual demonstration.

Hydrogen BANG!

Discover just why the Hindenburg exploded...

Don't trap it!

Giving liquid Nitrogen nowhere to go will result in a VERY fast expansion...

Rocket launcher

Learn how to launch several types of rockets... its all about high & low pressure

Expand-a-foam

What happens to shaving cream in a bell jar?

Balloon dog pop

Explosive decompression really lets you down... especially in space.

Elephants toothpaste

The classic foamy reaction that releases a lot energy!

Ping pong scatter

Transference of energy can be spectacular!

Whoosh bottle

A rudimentary engine on stage .

Hovercraft

Blow up a bag you can lift a student :)

Hot water dump

Liquid nitrogen into boiling water... which one wins?

Bicarb balloons

A great experiments students can safely repeat

Lift me up

A simple way to demonstrate how an air jack works

Bernoulli bag

Can you fill a 7 ft bag in one breath?

Balls and water flying out of a metal bin

Posts about the tick tick BOOM school science show

Requirements

Appropriate for K to 6 with a maximum of 240 students per science show.

Access to 1 electrical power socket and 3 tables

Chairs are not required

Duration 60 minutes, set up time 45 minutes and pack up time 45 minutes

ESSENTIAL:
– Ability to turn off your fire alarms.
– Also, a roof at least 5 meters high is required otherwise we need to run one of the experiments outside in an open area.

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

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Cost

$1320 inc. GST per science show performance (this works out at $5.50 inc GST per student).

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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.

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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