Welcome to The How Light Moves School Circuit
Illuminating the Path of Light and Learning!
Embark on an Exciting Exploration of Light-themed Activities and STEM Education! Are you ready to uncover the secrets of how light travels, reflects, and refracts? Join us for an enlightening experience designed for primary school students as we delve into the captivating world of light in our How Light Moves School Circuit!
Discover the Wonders of Light and Its Behaviour
How does light bend? What creates a rainbow? How can we use mirrors to create illusions? These are just some of the questions we'll explore in this engaging STEM activity. Through hands-on experiments and interactive learning, children will uncover the mysteries of light and gain a deeper understanding of its properties.
Hands-On Exploration and Experiments
This visually stimulating STEM circuit invites students to explore the fascinating behaviour of light through a range of hands-on activities that encourage prediction, observation, and discovery.
Throughout the experience, students will:
Investigate how different mirror shapes can distort or magnify images, building an understanding of how reflection changes based on surface curvature
Discover how light can be manipulated to create the illusion of depth, experimenting with multiple reflections and perception
Explore how white light splits into a spectrum of colours, learning how prisms and water droplets reveal the hidden components of visible light
Use light and shadows creatively to tell stories, deepening their understanding of how light travels and interacts with solid objects
Reflect on the everyday applications of these light principles in design, technology, and nature
This circuit promotes critical thinking, creativity, and scientific inquiry, in alignment with the Australian Curriculum. By engaging with phenomena such as reflection, refraction, and light travel, students gain foundational insights into the physical world while having fun through active investigation.
Integrating Learning Objectives
The How Light Moves School Circuit seamlessly integrates with the Australian Curriculum and the My Time Our Place (MTOP) framework, ensuring that each activity aligns with educational standards while fostering holistic development. This workshop is designed to spark curiosity and enhance understanding, making it an ideal choice for teachers and educators seeking to enrich their science curriculum.
Circuit Inclusions:
1 x 2 hour Hands on Circuit
1 x STEM Presenter per 60 students
Take home STEM projects
Resources for all booked students
1 x Risk Assessment
1 x PDF Educator Resource (includes Snapshot of workshop, Analysis of Learning, Follow on activity ideas and MTOP, Australian Curriculum and the NQF)
Workshop Requirements
Access to an electrical power outlet
Access to tables and chairs
Chair for presenter
Suitable for ages:
This workshop is suitable for 5-12 years.
Why Choose Beyond the Beanstalk?
Expert Guidance:
Benefit from our 20 years of experience in delivering exceptional educational programmes.
Hands-On Exploration:
Our workshops offer engaging, hands-on activities that foster STEM learning in a fun and interactive way.
Comprehensive Support:
Educators receive all necessary resources and support to facilitate learning and ensure a seamless workshop experience.