Our dynamic Science Communicators present interactive science shows, encouraging curiosity through a variety of topics with lively demonstrations, stimulating stories, connecting our visitors the significance of science in their world.
All shows address the Western Australian Curriculum outcomes – Science Understanding, Science as a Human Endeavour, and Science Inquiry Skills – and adjust content and delivery for specific year groups (from Year 2 – 12).
2019 shows
Things That Glow | Term 1 and 2
From explosive fire-balls to surprising chemical reactions, through to the wonders of UV and of laser light, the Things That Glow Show will shine a light on brilliant Western Australian science.
Science Understanding:
• Physical Sciences
• Chemical Sciences
• Earth and Space Sciences
Science as a Human Endeavour:
• Nature and Development of Science
• Use and influence of science
Science Inquiry Skills:
• Questioning and predicting
• Communicating
Burning, Melting, Saving | Term 2 and 3
Burning, Melting, Saving illustrates how scientific understanding is continually evolving. Science is about solving problems and making improvements, and this show exemplifies how these skills can be applied to improve our world.
Science Understanding:
• Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences
Science as a Human Endeavour:
• Nature and Development of Science
• Use and influence of science
Science Inquiry Skills:
• Questioning and predicting
• Communicating
Maths + Explosions | Term 1 and 4
From cars and popcorn to rockets and volcanoes, explore, estimate and predict your world through booms, blasts and bangs in this science show!
Science Understanding:
• Physical Sciences, Earth and Space Sciences
Science as a Human Endeavour:
• Nature and Development of Science
• Use and influence of science
Science Inquiry Skills:
• Questioning and predicting
• Communicating
Power Trip | Term 3 and 4
You don't need to understand energy to use it, but the more you know the more you can do. Power Trip uses spectacular demonstrations to enable the observation and measurement of energy in action and question how we can use it better.
Science Understanding:
• Physical Sciences
Science as a Human Endeavour:
• Nature and Development of Science
• Use and influence of science
Science Inquiry Skills:
• Questioning and predicting
• Communicating
All theatre sessions run for approximately 25 minutes.
To book call 9215 0740, email bookings@scitech.org.au, or click the link below.