Create a Catapult Enquire Now Medieval science! In this science workshop, we’ll apply our STEM skills to create a wooden catapult that really works! Along the way, we’ll learn The differences between trebuchets and catapults Potential vs kinetic energy Trajectories and momentum How to create & vary an object to solve a problem (how far can the ping pong ball be moved?) How to use hot glue guns safely Trustpilot Quick Links Past projects Requirements Cost per Science Show Free Science Resources Back to Primary Science Visits 150 Free Experiments Fizzics in the Media Australian Curriculum Mapping for all science workshops & shows Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (ACSSU076). Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: ST3-9PW-ST investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (VCSSU064) Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits About this STEM Incursion The session is designed to capture their imagination as they construct medieval siege devices out of common materials. The students will work together to construct their creations and will have a chance to use them to shoot ping pong balls at a target or go for distance on completion. We will bring table covers and work mats for each hands-on station. The students can take home their catapult at the end of the session. On booking please be advised that hot glue guns are used throughout this workshop. Appropriate safety precautions and instructions are provided. All care is taken however we do not take responsibility for injuries caused by misuse of our equipment. Requirements Appropriate for Years 5 to 6 5 large tables minimum (preference for 8 x 1.8m trestles, grouped near powerpoints) Access to at least 2 electrical power sockets (preference for 4 sockets if possible) Chairs not required Duration 60 minutes Set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes On booking please be advised that hot glue guns are used throughout this workshop. Appropriate safety precautions and instructions are provided. All care is taken however we do not take responsibility for injuries caused by misuse of our equipment. Please advise parents prior to booking. For us to provide the best possible learning experience, the materials used during the presentation may be varied to suit the conditions and the audience. Please chat with our presenter if there is a particular focus that you’d like us to cover. During Social Distancing – Contact us and we’ll tailor a program to suit both your school and the State’s social distancing requirements. Further details here Go further – Complete Units of Work to support your teaching! Hours of High-Quality videos, printable experiments, quizzes, vocabulary lists, Scope & sequences, cross-curricular teaching ideas, marking rubrics & more Save time & engage students in STEM Find out more! Did you know about our larger stage shows? Designed to engage groups of up to 240 students, pair this workshop with one of these school favourites! Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Food Science Show Deep Blue Oceans Cost $495 GST Free for a 60-minute workshop or $540 GST Free for a 90-minute workshop Available as an online class anywhere in the world. Find out more here Go further with the Forces & Movement Unit of Work Find out about offers & discounts here! In a regional area? Find out how we can attend your school as part of a country science tour! Call 1300 856 828, or click below to make a booking for your primary school. Print a PDF for mapping of all our K to 6 science visits Trustpilot Find out more here Enquire Now Fizzics Education Awards Related Shows Electrical Circuits Years 3 to 6 Maximum 30 students School workshop (NSW & VIC) 60 or 90 minutes Human Endeavor Physical Science Science Inquiry New South Wales Victoria Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Read More Enquire Now ExoLab – International Space Station Experiment Join ExoLab-10, a science experiment where students from across the world compare their results with an identical growth chamber on the International Space Station (ISS). 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Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (ACSSU076). Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW Science Syllabus Content A student: ST3-9PW-ST investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (VCSSU064) Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits
The session is designed to capture their imagination as they construct medieval siege devices out of common materials. The students will work together to construct their creations and will have a chance to use them to shoot ping pong balls at a target or go for distance on completion. We will bring table covers and work mats for each hands-on station. The students can take home their catapult at the end of the session. On booking please be advised that hot glue guns are used throughout this workshop. Appropriate safety precautions and instructions are provided. All care is taken however we do not take responsibility for injuries caused by misuse of our equipment.
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