Images

How is light connected to the colours we see? In this STEAM activity make a colourful light catcher and discover why we see different colours?

In this activity learn how to collect fingerprints, about the patterns in fingerprints and why fingerprinting is so useful!

When a species ends up outside of its natural zone, the consequences on other species, ecosystems and human industries can be severe. Climate change and human activities can introduce species into new zones.

Students identify and sort objects, including fasteners, according to material and purpose.

In this challenge activity discover how one piece of paper can go a long way. It's time to think outside the box!

4 images of some fish such as koi that live in freshwater river and lake environments and in freshwater aquariums and garden ponds

Scientists can observe birds to get useful information about the health of, and changes in, an ecosystem.

14 images of some fish such as lion fish, grouper and sharks that live in saltwater environments like oceans, saltwater lakes and aquariums

Try your hand at building a “super coaster” using materials around your home.

8 images of some flowerheads such as roses and water lilies whose outer petals are longer than the petals in the centre of the flower

Explore the forces of gravity and buoyancy while designing a raft to hold the most weight possible.

3 images of some asymmetrical flowerheads such as an iris and an Orchis Sima or Monkey Orchid

Can you think like an engineer? Try to solve a tricky size and shape problem in this activity.

7 images of some symmetrical flowerheads such as asters and sunflowers whose petals radiate from the centre of the flower

You don’t have to pedal harder to go faster. You just have to understand a little bit about gravity, drag and friction!