Year 5 Topics
We offer the following engaging science workshops and shows for Year 5 students.
Robotics and Coding
In this exciting workshop, students will work in pairs to build and program real robots. Our robotics kits will keep students engaged from beginner to advanced, and teachers may learn something too! This workshop uses a pen-and-card based programming system, so no computers are required. Suitable for Year 1 to Year 6. Available in VIC and NSW.
Living Things
This workshop is full of life. Explore objects that have self-sustaining processes like plants, animals and mirco-organisms. Through engaging hands-on activities learn about the difference between living and non-living things, simple life cycles and the bigger picture. Suitable for Foundation to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Chemistry Chaos
Colour changes, smoke, fizz and foam! Everything in our world is made up of chemicals. Explore chemical reactions, physical changes and more. Suitable for Foundation to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
The Matter of Matter
Use the magic of dry ice to explore the three common states of matter - solids, liquids and gases. From everlasting bubbling fountains to cool chemical fire extinguishers. This session matters! Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Forensic Detective
Can you crack the case and catch the thief!? Use real forensic science techniques, like PH tests, handwriting analysis, fingerprint dusting and more to pin point the culprit. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Heat & Energy
Explore the properties of heat and other energies in a fun way. Produce useful heat energy in a multitude of ways, including through friction, motion, electrically and chemically. Transfer heat through conduction, measure it and explore the amazing ways in which heat can generate change. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Light Reflections
This senior primary workshop takes an in-depth look at the properties of light - within and outside the visible spectrum. Get hands-on with a variety of interesting optical instruments, explore UV light and make a UV detection key chain to keep. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC & QLD.
Forces In Action
From an apple falling to the ground to a car rolling to a halt, forces are constantly at work. A stimulating, hands-on look at things that move, and why! Suitable for Foundation to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Simple Machines
Launch projectiles with D.I.Y catapults, watch motorized gears turn to speed things up, and lift friends off the ground with a super-sized lever. An engaging look at how simple machines make our life easier, now, and in the past. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Only available in VIC.
Electrical Buzz
Lights, noise and airborne propellers. Use snap circuit kits to build exciting circuits using a variety of electrical components including switches, LEDs, resistors and integrated sound circuits. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Innovation and Technology
Technology ignites innovation and advancements in industry. Students explore innovation over time, and engage in activities to understand how technology including Artificial Intelligence (AI) works. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Only available in VIC.
Plant Power
Follow the life cycle of plants, and explore the crucial role they play in the ecosystem of living things here on Earth. Learn how plants get energy and resources from their surroundings, grow from seeds, and how they reproduce and survive in all kinds of environments! Suitable for Foundation to Year 6. Available in VIC & NSW.
The Human Body
Take a journey through the human body, and explore its parts and systems. Perform chemical experiments to understand digestion, think quick and test reaction speeds, use stethoscopes to listen to the rythmic beat of your heart. Learn how we are all connected, and made of the stuff of stars! Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC & NSW.
Natural Disasters
Explore the scientific processes behind the explosive energy of nature’s fury. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Earth & The Milky Way
Space is a vacuum but it is far from empty. During this fascinating workshop you’ll launch into space and explore planets, moons, stars and galaxies. Follow in the footsteps of the great astronomers as you probe the mystery, scale and Earth’s place in the Universe. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
A Sustainable World
Explore how human actions have placed the earth's resources under immense strain. Learn how we can manage waste and the earth's life-sustaining resources to build a better future for all. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Only available in VIC.
Species Survival – Beyond Sustainability
This special 2024 Science Week themed workshop is available now! Explore and celebrate innovative ways that real life scientists are tackling problems leading to species decline and delve into the exciting world of scientific breakthroughs. Suitable for Year 3 to Year 6. Only available in VIC.
Mad Science Show
A jam-packed 60-minute show of big WOW science madness! It is all about air, electricity, and fire! Look out for an air zooka assault and some giant smoke vortex rings. We make some super static electricity with our Van der Graaff Generator. There are levitating beach balls, flying toilet paper, flour fireballs, and hair-raising electricity. The Mad Science Show is full of learning fun! Suitable for Foundation to Year 6. Available in VIC, NSW & QLD.
Cosmic Chemistry Show
Join us for an out-of-this-world experience as we embark on an epic journey through space! Witness explosive big bangs, count down to exciting rocket launches, and discover what makes our blue planet, Earth, truly special. We’ll take the students to the icy corners of the universe and the hottest, most uninhabitable planets. Vacuum sealed with lots of volunteer moments- let our experienced presenters bring the wonders of the solar system to life in this exciting 60-minute show. Available in VIC & NSW.
Liquid Nitrogen Show
What’s cooler than cool? Liquid nitrogen! Learn all about the states of matter and what happens when we heat things up and cool things down with our super cool chemical nitrogen. Lots of ice breaking volunteer moments, chilling demonstrations and even a frosty explosion- learn all about reversible and irreversible reactions with us! A cool 60-minute show. Suitable for Foundation to Year 12. Only available in VIC.
