Material World

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.

How does the human eye see visible light as colour? And why do some people see more colours than others?

Become a pro at washing dishes! Learn how the chemical structure of detergent makes it perfect for attracting grease and grime.

Learn how electricity is generated at a nuclear power generating station.

Make a scale from simple materials and test it to measure weight.

Make and test a model paddle boat and learn about potential and kinetic energy.

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?

Explore the concept of persistence of vision in this hands on activity.

It’s not easy to dive deep underwater. How do divers get down deep? Learn how scuba divers manipulate density to move up and down in this hands on activity.

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

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

Use a pop bottle and other everyday materials to create a rocket that you can launch outdoors.

Students work collaboratively to design and build a floating device.

Students will work collaboratively to design and build a marble run that meets specific criteria.

Students work collaboratively to design and build a boot tread that will use friction to prevent slipping on an incline.