Light & Sound Enquire Now We look at properties of light & sound… and bring these together so that kids see both concepts are based on waves. Sound concepts covered: What do sound waves look like? How does this relate to light waves? How does a sound wave change with pitch and increasing volume? And much more… Light concepts covered: Investigate the visible light spectrum, including colour addition and subtraction Explore luminescent minerals and other objects using ultraviolet light Make coloured shadows and create hovering images Learn about translucent, transparent and opaque materials Operate zoetropes and flipbooks to create cartoons and more… From absorption to reflection and pitch to volume, your students will gain a strong understanding of light & sound and it’s applications in everyday life. Available as a primary school science incursion within Australia or as a video conference to any school around the globe! Trustpilot Online Class Version We’ve run live interactive distance programs since 2010 and are highly experienced in making online classes engaging for students on a variety of web conferencing platforms. All of the same curriculum points will be covered, but the activities may vary from those listed for face-to-face incursions. Our online classes include demonstrations, Q&A, and hands-on activities (you will receive a materials list upon booking). Full child protections are in place We usually connect to classes & homes via Zoom, however if you wish to use a different software we can work with you on getting the connection live. If you connect with us via Zoom Full system requirements for Zoom here Each student should test their Zoom connection here. Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!) 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: Science Light and sound are produced by a range of sources and can be sensed (ACSSU020). Light from a source forms shadows and can be absorbed, reflected and refracted (ACSSU080). ​ Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: ST1-8PW-S describes common forms of energy and explores some characteristics of sound energy ST1-9PW-ST investigates how forces and energy are used in products ST2-8PW-ST describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat ST3-7MW-T explains how the properties of materials determines their use for a range of purposes ST3-8PW-ST explains how energy is transformed from one form to another NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum Light and sound are produced by a range of sources and can be sensed (VCSSU049) Respond to and pose questions, and make predictions about familiar objects and events (VCSIS050) Participate in guided investigations, including making observations using the senses, to explore and answer questions (VCSIS051) Scientific understandings, discoveries and inventions are used to inform personal and community decisions and to solve problems that directly affect people’s lives (VCSSU073) Light from a source forms shadows and can be absorbed, reflected and refracted (VCSSU080) Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits School Testimonials View All St. Luke's Grammar School Feedback on: Light & Sound Ben was great! The session was really relaxed with the kids. Manly Village Public School Feedback on: Light & Sound All the Year 1 teachers of Manly Village Public School want to thank you for the interesting and informative Light and Sound incursion that Ben delivered to us yesterday. The children were shown many different examples of how light and sound work such as the Newton's wheel, the slinky and the shadows on the screen. Ben was very professional and enthusiastic and gave simple explanations that the year 1 students could understand. Many thanks for the educational show and we will be sure to recommend Fizzics Education to other teachers in our school and other colleagues. Science Show Activities Colour mixing Mix primary light colours ... why are the secondary colours different to paint? Bubble Films See light split through a bubble film. Nice... and demonstrates wave theory Float that image Create a 3D floating image hovering in mid-air Magic specs See rainbows all around with these diffraction glasses Mirror boxes Hidden compartments can create 'magical' illusions. How do they work? Flys eye scopes What is the difference between human and insect eyes? Insect clickers A simple device used in communications during wartime Music Box An investigation into sound travelling through different materials. Slinky shake A visual depiction on how soundwaves propagate through the air. Straw flute A simple yet effective way of demonstrating a standing wave. Students love it! Xylophones Compare different xylophones and their pitch Twirl tubes Students work together to create chords of varying pitch. Great fun! Thunder drum A demonstration on amplifying sound and blocking vibrations. Posts about this school science incursion on light & sound Trustpilot Requirements The ability to darken the room is essential. Choose the best room you have wherever possible. Appropriate for Years 1 to 6 with a maximum of 30 students per class, 10 Tables arranged around a room. Chairs are not required. It’s handy to have a whiteboard or screen in the room as well. Access to 3 electrical power sockets. Duration 90 minutes, set up time 45 minutes and pack up time 45 minutes. 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. If you want to concentrate on just light or sound, check out the dedicated workshops below; Light & Colour Workshop Science of Sound Workshop 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 $660 GST Free per 60-minute show for up to 60 students. Available as an online class anywhere in the world. Find out more here 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 Extension Ideas! STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More Extension Ideas! Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More Fizzics Education Awards Related Shows A Grant Option for Schools! We work with you to create a STEM program that meets your grant submission needs. >40 Shows & Workshops for K to 6 Available across NSW, VIC, ACT, QLD or beyond! 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Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science Light and sound are produced by a range of sources and can be sensed (ACSSU020). Light from a source forms shadows and can be absorbed, reflected and refracted (ACSSU080). ​ Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: ST1-8PW-S describes common forms of energy and explores some characteristics of sound energy ST1-9PW-ST investigates how forces and energy are used in products ST2-8PW-ST describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat ST3-7MW-T explains how the properties of materials determines their use for a range of purposes ST3-8PW-ST explains how energy is transformed from one form to another NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions Victorian F – 10 Science Curriculum Light and sound are produced by a range of sources and can be sensed (VCSSU049) Respond to and pose questions, and make predictions about familiar objects and events (VCSIS050) Participate in guided investigations, including making observations using the senses, to explore and answer questions (VCSIS051) Scientific understandings, discoveries and inventions are used to inform personal and community decisions and to solve problems that directly affect people’s lives (VCSSU073) Light from a source forms shadows and can be absorbed, reflected and refracted (VCSSU080) Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits
STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More
STEM Full Day Accelerator - Primary Create a Full Day STEM Accelerator or join us for a rapid science upskill! For schools outside of metropolitan areas please contact us to discuss how this science workshop can be run online or visit your school as part of a regional visit. Click below to know more! Science Full day STEM accelerator – Primary Teachers Teacher Professional Learning – One hour STEM Ideation Coding Full Day TPL – Primary Teachers Online courses Read More
Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More
Scientist Q & A Often students attend our science workshops and shows with questions that stem beyond the covered topic area. Ask a scientist aims to give students a chance to get their questions answered! Run as a 30-minute session at a cost of $70 inc. GST. Read More
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