Material World

5 images of some objects such as corkscrews that have a mechanism of an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder to create movement

6 images of some tools such as axes and spikes that are inclined planes and used to help push objects apart

6 images of some objects such as ferris wheels and skate boards with wheel and axle mechanisms that create rotary movement

Students will learn about and explore the properties of sound through activity centres.

What is the difference between sound and noise? How do they affect your hearing? And is noise always a bad thing?

Students develop and apply observing, comparing & contrasting and predicting skills as they explore the properties of common liquids and solids.

Students develop and apply Observing, Comparing & Contrasting and Sorting & Classifying skills as they explore the forces of push and pull acting on everyday objects.

Students investigate the properties of a variety of everyday solids (powders) and liquids to determine the identity of an unknown solid (mystery powder).

Students develop and apply comparing & contrasting, observing, and predicting as they investigate the properties of familiar objects and materials.

10 images of some spherical objects such as golf balls and tennis balls that are made of different materials and used for specific purposes

Students develop and apply the skills of sorting & classifying, comparing & contrasting and predicting as they explore magnetism as a non-contact force that causes movement.

In this hands on activity find out just how much of an iceberg is below the surface. It might surprise you!

Will it slide or stick? Students conduct a fair test to investigate how different solid surfaces affect the movement of an object on a ramp.

Make some fake snot and explore the function of mucus in this fun activity.

Try out this cool activity to hear sound vibrations.