Where the Mirrors Grow

Welcome to Where The Mirrors Grow Storytime STEM Workshop.

Embark on an Enchanting Journey Where Mirrors Come to Life! Are you ready to discover the magical world where mirrors grow like trees in a forest?

Join us for an extraordinary adventure beyond the beanstalk in our captivating workshop, Where the Mirrors Grow. Designed for children aged 2-5 and 5-12, this immersive experience will ignite their curiosity and spark their imagination.

Unveiling the Mystery of Mirrors In Where the Mirrors Grow (Part One), children will be transported into a captivating story where mirrors are not just ordinary reflections but living entities that grow and thrive. Through this enchanting tale, they will learn about scientific and mathematical concepts related to the movement and properties of mirrors.

Hands-On Exploration and Learning Mirror Manipulation

Children will engage in hands-on activities, manipulating mirrors to exercise their fine motor skills and cognitive functions. They'll explore the STEM concepts of science and maths while learning about light reflection in a fun and interactive way.

Reflection Adventures

Our specially designed mirrors allow children to explore the wonders of reflection. They'll change the appearance of reflections, peer right through mirrors, and experience the infinite reflections within our custom-built infinity mirror, sparking wonder and amazement.

Investigative Exploration

The adventure continues as the group conducts investigations into how reflections change when viewed through different shaped mirrors.

This hands-on exploration encourages critical thinking and scientific inquiry. Create Your Own Mirror Masterpiece Every child will have the opportunity to create their own hand-held mirror, which they can decorate and keep as a cherished memento of their magical journey into the world of mirrors.

Integrating Learning Objectives

Where the Mirrors Grow Workshop aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), My Time, Our Place (MTOP), and the Australian Curriculum, making it an ideal educational experience for both preschoolers and older children. It promotes cognitive development, fine motor skills, and creative expression while fostering a deeper understanding of scientific concepts.

Workshop Inclusions:

• 1 x Workshop (approximately 75 minutes)

• 1 x STEM Presenter

• Take home STEM project

• Resources for up to 30 children, contact us about additional pricing for larger groups

• 1 x Risk Assessment

• 1 x PDF Educator Resource (includes Snapshot of workshop, Analysis of Learning, Follow on activity ideas and links to EYLF or MTOP, Australian Curriculum and the NQF)

Workshop Requirements

• Access to an electrical power outlet

  
  

• Access to tables and chairs

• Chair for presenter

  
  

What is Storytime STEM:

Beyond the Beanstalk's Storytime STEM workshops weave captivating stories with hands-on STEM/STEAM activities. Perfect for preschool, childcare, primary school (Stage 1), and OOSH settings, each session begins with an imaginative story featuring charming characters, followed by a related activity that fosters creativity and problem-solving. Most workshops includes a take-home project, allowing students to extend their learning and apply their newfound skills, with plenty of options for adapting activities to suit your centre's requirements.

Suitable for ages:

This workshop is suitable for 2-5 years and 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:

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