Properties of Materials Investigate melting/freezing/boiling plus uses of materials in our world Enquire Now Get hands-on in a properties of materials workshop that works! Find out how solids, liquids and gases change when rapidly heated and cooled. What do scientists do when they test materials? What are they looking for? Learn about the variety of applications of materials research in everyday objects. How is nanotechnology being used in the modern world? This science show covers phase changes, expansion and contraction, heat conduction, nanotechnology, polymers, materials science and more. This school science performance can also be viewed as a LIVE web conference anywhere in the world! 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 A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (ACSSU046). Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another (ACSSU049). Natural and processed materials have a range of physical properties that can influence their use (ACSSU074). Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (ACSSU076). Solids, liquids and gases have different observable properties and behave in different ways (ACSSU077). Changes to materials can be reversible or irreversible (ACSSU095). 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: STe-4MW-ST identifies that objects are made of materials that have observable properties STe-5PW-ST observes the way objects move and relates changes in motion to push and pull forces ST1-6MW-S identifies that materials can be changed or combined ST1-7MW-T describes how the properties of materials determine their use 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 ST2-6MW-S describes how adding or removing heat causes a change of state ST2-7MW-T investigates the suitability of natural and processed materials for a range of purposes ST2-8PW-ST describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat ST2-9PW-ST describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST3-6MW-S explains the effect of heat on the properties and behaviour of materials 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 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 Objects are made of materials that have observable properties (VCSSU044) The way objects move depends on a variety of factors including their size and shape: a push or a pull affects how an object moves or changes shape (VCSSU048) 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) A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (VCSSU059) Natural and processed materials have a range of physical propertiesÍľ these properties can influence their use (VCSSU060) Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another; a change in the temperature of an object is related to the gain or loss of heat by the object (VCSSU063) Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (VCSSU064) Solids, liquids and gases behave in different ways and have observable properties that help to classify them (VCSSU076) Print a PDF which details K to 6 mapping of all our science visits School Testimonials View All St Mary - St Joseph Catholic Primary School Feedback on: Properties of materials I just wanted to provide feedback about the Fizzics Education incursion at St Mary St Joseph at the beginning of this term. Stephanie was fantastic and the content easily gelled with the current curriculum. Thank you for your dedication and time with the students on this day. Alamanda College Feedback on: Liquid Nitrogen Show Yesterday we had Ben visit us to perform the Liquid Nitrogen Show. Ben was great! He was very engaging and was able to answer student questions. He looked like he genuinely enjoyed what he was doing which created a great atmosphere! The show was very informative and engaging! We would highly recommend Ben and the show to any of our colleagues! Science Show Activities Safetyof cryogenic substances Liquid Nitrogen is - 196ËšC, so what equipment must be used? Fogbreath Is water present in your breath? Condensation demonstration. Theshrinking balloon What happens to gases when rapidly cooled? Air pressure demo Balloonblow up Blowing balloons up from the outside! Transferring heat energy. Ballsmasher Why can rubber shatter? Glass transition phase demonstration Nitinolwire Also known as memory wire: this changes shape with heat Ferrofluid Using magnetic nanoparticles this fluid reacts in strange ways! The crusher Create a fair test to see what forces paper can withstand Superabsorber Check out this super absorbent polymer used in magic tricks Playingwith polymers Investigate a number of polymers from slime to bouncing putty Heatconductor blocks A counter-intuitive experiment where ice melts on the 'colder' block Underthe scope We look a variety of materials under the digital microscope UVbeads Why do they react to UV light? Radiatingenergy This safe material is radioactive... how does this work? Impacttester Test a number of materials for their impact resistance just like in a lab Polarisinglenses Use polarised light can be used to study materials Colour changingducks Thermochromism is used in kids toys, including these cute ducks :) Handboiler This devices shows that boiling doesn't just happen at 100 deg C. Posts about this school science incursion on the material world Trustpilot Requirements Appropriate for Years K to 6 with a Maximum of 30 students per session Ten tables in a well ventilated area, arranged around the room Chairs are not required Duration 60 minutes, set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes 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 Extension idea: A chemistry show looking at different types of chemical reactions 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 Fired Up! 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Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (ACSSU046). Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another (ACSSU049). Natural and processed materials have a range of physical properties that can influence their use (ACSSU074). Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (ACSSU076). Solids, liquids and gases have different observable properties and behave in different ways (ACSSU077). Changes to materials can be reversible or irreversible (ACSSU095). Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: STe-4MW-ST identifies that objects are made of materials that have observable properties STe-5PW-ST observes the way objects move and relates changes in motion to push and pull forces ST1-6MW-S identifies that materials can be changed or combined ST1-7MW-T describes how the properties of materials determine their use 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 ST2-6MW-S describes how adding or removing heat causes a change of state ST2-7MW-T investigates the suitability of natural and processed materials for a range of purposes ST2-8PW-ST describes the characteristics and effects of common forms of energy, such as light and heat ST2-9PW-ST describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST3-6MW-S explains the effect of heat on the properties and behaviour of materials 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 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 Objects are made of materials that have observable properties (VCSSU044) The way objects move depends on a variety of factors including their size and shape: a push or a pull affects how an object moves or changes shape (VCSSU048) 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) A change of state between solid and liquid can be caused by adding or removing heat (VCSSU059) Natural and processed materials have a range of physical propertiesÍľ these properties can influence their use (VCSSU060) Heat can be produced in many ways and can move from one object to another; a change in the temperature of an object is related to the gain or loss of heat by the object (VCSSU063) Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a distance (VCSSU064) Solids, liquids and gases behave in different ways and have observable properties that help to classify them (VCSSU076) 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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