How Light Moves

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

Crazy Mirror Maze: Students will be introduced to the concepts of concave and convex mirrors. They will learn how these mirrors distort or magnify reflections based on their shape, relating these principles to everyday items like spoons. Practical demonstrations will illustrate these fascinating effects.

Take Home Handheld Mirrors: At this station, students will create their own handheld reflective mirrors. Using materials such as acrylic mirrors, handles, and adhesives, they will follow step-by-step instructions to assemble their mirrors, enhancing their understanding of reflection and craftsmanship.

Infinity Mirrors: Students will explore the intriguing concept of infinity mirrors, learning how these mirrors create the illusion of infinite depth by reflecting light between two parallel mirrors. Interactive displays and hands-on activities will demonstrate this mesmerising phenomenon, allowing students to create an infinite loop of light.

Rainbow Prisms: This station focuses on the science behind rainbows and how they can be created using prisms. Students will learn how white light is refracted and dispersed into its component colours. Through hands-on experimentation with prisms and water droplets, they will observe and manipulate the formation of rainbows, gaining insight into the spectral components of light.

Shadow Puppets: At this station, students will engage in the art of shadow puppetry. They will learn about the principles of light and shadow, and how shadows can be used to create storytelling effects. Students will be provided with materials to create their own shadow puppet stories using a backing light and an array of shadow puppet inspirations, fostering creativity and an understanding of light and shadow interaction.

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.

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Hands-On Exploration:

Our workshops offer engaging, hands-on activities that foster STEM learning in a fun and interactive way.

Comprehensive Support:

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Educators receive all necessary resources and support to facilitate learning and ensure a seamless workshop experience.