Stars & Planets Go out of this world as we explore our solar system, galaxies and more. Cosmology for the classroom! Enquire Now 🚀 Astronomy & Space Exploration Stars & Planets Out of this world science for primary students! Students investigate our Universe and space exploration techniques in this high-impact, hands-on science workshop. From the mechanics of our Solar System to the vast reaches of distant galaxies, we bring the cosmos into your classroom. Through interactive demonstrations, students gain an appreciation of astronomy and deep insight into our place in the Universe, exploring the technology that allows humans to survive and work in the vacuum of space. Key Inquiries: 🌔 Solar System: How do the Earth, Moon, and Sun interact? 🌊 Tides: What forces cause our oceans to move? 💥 Big Bang: What did the start of the Universe really look like? 🔭 Observing: How do we see distant galaxies and interpret light? 👩🚀 Survival: What technology is required for life in space? 🛰️ Real Space Science Fizzics works with the AVA Challenge to put student experiments on the International Space Station! Find out more here. Need a specific focus for younger years? View our Earth, Sun & Moon program. Trustpilot Book Space Science 🔭 Hands-on Inquiry. 👨🚀 Astronaut Tech & Survival. 📋 Risk Assessments available. 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 National Curriculum Mapping for all our science incursions Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science F-10 Version 9.0 Year 3 Identify sources of heat energy and examine how temperature changes when heat energy is transferred from one object to another AC9S3U03 Investigate the observable properties of solids and liquids and how adding or removing heat energy leads to a change of state AC9S3U04 Year 4 Identify how forces can be exerted by one object on another and investigate the effect of frictional, gravitational and magnetic forces on the motion of objects AC9S4U03 Examine the properties of natural and made materials including fibres, metals, glass and plastics and consider how these properties influence their use AC9S4U04 Year 3 & 4 Examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations AC9S3H01, AC9S4H01 Consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem AC9S3H02, AC9S4H02 Pose questions to explore observed patterns and relationships and make predictions based on observations AC9S3I01, AC9S4I01 Compare findings with those of others, consider if investigations were fair, identify questions for further investigation and draw conclusions AC9S3I05, AC9S4I05 Year 5 Identify sources of light, recognise that light travels in a straight path and describe how shadows are formed and light can be reflected and refracted AC9S5U03 Explain observable properties of solids, liquids and gases by modelling the motion and arrangement of particles AC9S5U04 Year 6 Compare reversible changes, including dissolving and changes of state, and irreversible changes, including cooking and rusting that produce new substances AC9S6U04 Describe the movement of Earth and other planets relative to the sun and model how Earth’s tilt, rotation on its axis and revolution around the sun relate to cyclic observable phenomena AC9S6U02 Year 5 & 6 Investigate how scientific knowledge is used by individuals and communities to identify problems, consider responses and make decisions AC9S5H02, AC9S6H02 Pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships and make reasoned predictions AC9S5I01, AC9S6I01 Compare methods and findings with those of others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned conclusions AC9S5I05, AC9S6I05 Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST2-9PW-ST investigates regular changes caused by interactions between the Earth and the Sun ST2-10ES-S investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force ST3-9PW-ST explains regular events in the solar system and geological events on the Earth’s surface ST3-10ES-S NSW Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For implementation advice, visit the NESA Science and Technology site Stage 2 ST2-SCI-01 Model Earth’s revolution around the Sun and recognise that a complete revolution takes 365.25 days Describe features of our solar system using multimodal representations Demonstrate that gravity is a force of attraction between objects and Earth Recognise that the force of gravity keeps Earth, moons and planets in their positions ST2-PQU-01 poses questions to create fair tests that investigate the effects of energy Stage 3 ST3-SCI-01 Recognise stars, galaxies, nebulae, exoplanets and black holes as astronomical features Research how living things can travel and survive in space Examine the development of our knowledge through discoveries and technologies ST3-PQU-01 poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests NSW Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions 📄 Print a PDF detailing NSW K to 6 science visits VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 For implementation advice, visit the VIC Curriculum F-10 site. Level 3 & 4 forces, including frictional, gravitational, electrostatic and magnetic, affect the motion of objects. VC2S4U10 scientific investigations can be planned and conducted using fair tests and safe equipment. VC2S4I02 Level 5 & 6 the force of gravity keeps Earth and other planets in the solar system in orbit around the Sun. VC2S6U07 repeatable scientific investigations can be planned and conducted identifying changed, measured and controlled variables. VC2S6I02 VIC F – 6 Science Syllabus mapping 📄 Print a PDF detailing VIC P to 6 science visits School Testimonials View All St John Boscoe Engadine Feedback on: Stars & Planets Years 5 & 6 Engaging and lots of fun with hands on activities at the appropriate level of the students. They were very excited. Highly recommended. St Brendans Primary School, Lake Munmorah Feedback on: Year 5 Stars & Planets programme The students were very engaged and enjoyed the activities. (The presenter) gave clear, age appropriate instructions, explanations, and safety was a priority. Science Show Activities Caughtin the Shadow Model the difference between solar and lunar eclipses. Celestialcross-sections How are stars and planets constructed differently? EscapePlan Launch a rocket at different pressures to find out what escape velocity is GiantGyro How do spacecraft turn in space anyway? GravityPull Model the gravity on Earth vs. Mars. Which planet's gravity is greater? GyratingGyros Why does the Earth wobble on it's axis in a 25,800 year cycle? Planetaryorbits Measure the difference in orbits between the planets in the Solar System Predictthe Tide Interpret a real tidal chart. How are tidal patterns formed anyway? Rocketlauncher Launch a rocket using a chemical propellent Scanningfor Signals Picking up faint signals from distant star systems. SolarSpacecraft What is the power source of some space probes? Spirallingsatellites Satellite attenuation; what comes up must come down Starviewers What are the different type of galaxies? Talkingwith friends Lasers may replace radio in future communication Telescopicvision Use a telescopic lens to read distant information TheBig Bang The Universe is expanding, what does it look like? ThermalTiles How do spacecraft survive atmospheric re-entry? Troublesometools How is working in space affect tool design and use? Turnthe tide A simple model showing the effects of gravity on water bodies Shuttletile burn How much a heat can a real shuttle tile take? Science workshop content What Students Experience We first challenge students to critique a solar system model, demonstrating how traditional classroom models can be inadequate compared to the reality of deep space. We then model the true distances and relative sizes of the Sun and planets using a Mega Hoberman sphere. ✨ Constellations 🔭 Telescope Skills 🚀 Rocket Trajectories 🌑 Phases & Eclipses 💥 Big Bang Theory 🛰️ Spacecraft Motion 🪐 Gravity Simulation 🤖 Mars Rover Tech We finish with a high-impact finale using a vacuum chamber to show what happens to our lungs in space, and finally, we burn a real Space Shuttle tile to discuss the incredible materials science required for space travel. Which space workshop or show should I choose? UP TO 240 STUDENTS Destination Moon View Stage Show UP TO 30 STUDENTS Stars and Planets View Hands-on Workshop 🚀 Optional FREE Extension: AVA Challenge Join the Australian Virtual Astronaut Challenge, a national STEM initiative addressing NASA-identified technologies for lunar living. 1. LUNAR NUTRITION 2. HABITAT DESIGN 3. SURFACE MOBILITY Learn more at avachallenge.org Real Classroom Highlights M Marsden Park College Space Science Visit Our students were in awe of the Space Shuttle tile demonstration! A fantastic hands-on experience that perfectly complemented our Earth and Space unit. View on Facebook V Science Incursion Astronomy Workshop Watch as students explore planetary scales and distances! The vacuum chamber finale left everyone speechless. High-quality science education at its best. View Video on Facebook ⬅️ Swipe to see more examples ➡️ EST. 2004 Our Commitment to Quality Science Education A Trusted School Partner for 20 YearsFizzics Education delivers reliable, syllabus-aligned visits that engage students and meet the practical requirements of the Australian classroom. ✓Audience EngagementHighly rated for managing inquiry-based workshops for all ages. ✓Qualified EducatorsPresenters trained specifically to engage students in complex space science. Over 4 Million Students Inspired Trustpilot Requirements 📊 Workshop Logistics Session Requirements 👥 Capacity & Timing 👨🎓 Attendance: Max 30 students per class. 🏫 Target: Years 3 to 6. ⏰ Duration: 60 minutes. 🛠️ Set/Pack: 45 mins setup and 45 mins pack up. 🚀 Professional Grade: Includes vacuum chamber experiments and authentic space shuttle tiles. All specialized astronomy equipment is provided. 📍 Space & Power 🏗️ Room Layout: 12 to 14 tables required for hands-on rotation stations. 🔌 Power: Access to 2 electrical power sockets. 🪑 Seating: Chairs are not required for students. Note: For schools with Social Distancing requirements, please contact us for a tailored plan. 🛡️ $20M Public Liability ✅ WWCC Checked 📋 Full Risk Assessments 🎓 Expert Science Educators Go Further! Earth & Space Units to Support Your Teaching Save time and engage students in STEM with high-quality videos, printable experiments, and full marking rubrics for your Earth & Space unit. Find out more! Extend the Experience Pair this workshop with a larger stage show for groups of up to 240 students: Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Cost 💰 Workshop Investment Stars & Planets $580 inc. GST 60-Minute Workshop ✨ $19.33 per student (Based on 30 students) $660 inc. GST 90-Minute Workshop ✨ $22.00 per student (Based on 30 students) ✓ Bulk Booking: Save more when you book 2 or more shows! View all offers & discounts here. 🛰️ ExoLab Extension: Find out about International Space Station experiments. 🌍 Online: Available as an interactive virtual class worldwide. 🌓 Related: View our Earth, Sun & Moon program. 📜 Curriculum: Print a PDF Mapping for all K to 6 science visits. Launch your space inquiry today! Call 1300 856 828 Trustpilot 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 Beebot Robotics K- 2 Years K to 2 Maximum 30 students Workshop 60 or 90 minutes Kindergarten Year 1 Year 2 Digital Technologies Human Endeavor Mathematics Science Inquiry New South Wales Victoria Australian Capital Territory Read More Enquire Now Destination Moon & Beyond Years K to 6 30 to 240 students Science show (NSW & VIC) 60 minutes Online Class Available Year 6 Physical Science Science Inquiry New South Wales Victoria Kindergarten Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Earth and Space Year 5 Human Endeavor Read More Enquire Now Big Science Big Fun 2 K to 6 For large audiences School science show 60 minutes Kindergarten Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Chemical Science Year 4 Human Endeavor Year 5 Physical Science Year 6 Science Inquiry Whole School New South Wales Victoria Australian Capital Territory Read More Enquire Now
Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science incursions Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science F-10 Version 9.0 Year 3 Identify sources of heat energy and examine how temperature changes when heat energy is transferred from one object to another AC9S3U03 Investigate the observable properties of solids and liquids and how adding or removing heat energy leads to a change of state AC9S3U04 Year 4 Identify how forces can be exerted by one object on another and investigate the effect of frictional, gravitational and magnetic forces on the motion of objects AC9S4U03 Examine the properties of natural and made materials including fibres, metals, glass and plastics and consider how these properties influence their use AC9S4U04 Year 3 & 4 Examine how people use data to develop scientific explanations AC9S3H01, AC9S4H01 Consider how people use scientific explanations to meet a need or solve a problem AC9S3H02, AC9S4H02 Pose questions to explore observed patterns and relationships and make predictions based on observations AC9S3I01, AC9S4I01 Compare findings with those of others, consider if investigations were fair, identify questions for further investigation and draw conclusions AC9S3I05, AC9S4I05 Year 5 Identify sources of light, recognise that light travels in a straight path and describe how shadows are formed and light can be reflected and refracted AC9S5U03 Explain observable properties of solids, liquids and gases by modelling the motion and arrangement of particles AC9S5U04 Year 6 Compare reversible changes, including dissolving and changes of state, and irreversible changes, including cooking and rusting that produce new substances AC9S6U04 Describe the movement of Earth and other planets relative to the sun and model how Earth’s tilt, rotation on its axis and revolution around the sun relate to cyclic observable phenomena AC9S6U02 Year 5 & 6 Investigate how scientific knowledge is used by individuals and communities to identify problems, consider responses and make decisions AC9S5H02, AC9S6H02 Pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships and make reasoned predictions AC9S5I01, AC9S6I01 Compare methods and findings with those of others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned conclusions AC9S5I05, AC9S6I05 Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions NSW Science & Technology Syllabus Content A student: describes how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion ST2-9PW-ST investigates regular changes caused by interactions between the Earth and the Sun ST2-10ES-S investigates the effects of increasing or decreasing the strength of a specific contact or non-contact force ST3-9PW-ST explains regular events in the solar system and geological events on the Earth’s surface ST3-10ES-S NSW Science and Technology K–6 Syllabus (Implementation from 2027) For implementation advice, visit the NESA Science and Technology site Stage 2 ST2-SCI-01 Model Earth’s revolution around the Sun and recognise that a complete revolution takes 365.25 days Describe features of our solar system using multimodal representations Demonstrate that gravity is a force of attraction between objects and Earth Recognise that the force of gravity keeps Earth, moons and planets in their positions ST2-PQU-01 poses questions to create fair tests that investigate the effects of energy Stage 3 ST3-SCI-01 Recognise stars, galaxies, nebulae, exoplanets and black holes as astronomical features Research how living things can travel and survive in space Examine the development of our knowledge through discoveries and technologies ST3-PQU-01 poses questions to identify variables and conducts fair tests NSW Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions 📄 Print a PDF detailing NSW K to 6 science visits VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 For implementation advice, visit the VIC Curriculum F-10 site. Level 3 & 4 forces, including frictional, gravitational, electrostatic and magnetic, affect the motion of objects. VC2S4U10 scientific investigations can be planned and conducted using fair tests and safe equipment. VC2S4I02 Level 5 & 6 the force of gravity keeps Earth and other planets in the solar system in orbit around the Sun. VC2S6U07 repeatable scientific investigations can be planned and conducted identifying changed, measured and controlled variables. VC2S6I02 VIC F – 6 Science Syllabus mapping 📄 Print a PDF detailing VIC P to 6 science visits
What Students Experience We first challenge students to critique a solar system model, demonstrating how traditional classroom models can be inadequate compared to the reality of deep space. We then model the true distances and relative sizes of the Sun and planets using a Mega Hoberman sphere. ✨ Constellations 🔭 Telescope Skills 🚀 Rocket Trajectories 🌑 Phases & Eclipses 💥 Big Bang Theory 🛰️ Spacecraft Motion 🪐 Gravity Simulation 🤖 Mars Rover Tech We finish with a high-impact finale using a vacuum chamber to show what happens to our lungs in space, and finally, we burn a real Space Shuttle tile to discuss the incredible materials science required for space travel. Which space workshop or show should I choose? UP TO 240 STUDENTS Destination Moon View Stage Show UP TO 30 STUDENTS Stars and Planets View Hands-on Workshop 🚀 Optional FREE Extension: AVA Challenge Join the Australian Virtual Astronaut Challenge, a national STEM initiative addressing NASA-identified technologies for lunar living. 1. LUNAR NUTRITION 2. HABITAT DESIGN 3. SURFACE MOBILITY Learn more at avachallenge.org Real Classroom Highlights M Marsden Park College Space Science Visit Our students were in awe of the Space Shuttle tile demonstration! A fantastic hands-on experience that perfectly complemented our Earth and Space unit. View on Facebook V Science Incursion Astronomy Workshop Watch as students explore planetary scales and distances! The vacuum chamber finale left everyone speechless. High-quality science education at its best. View Video on Facebook ⬅️ Swipe to see more examples ➡️ EST. 2004 Our Commitment to Quality Science Education A Trusted School Partner for 20 YearsFizzics Education delivers reliable, syllabus-aligned visits that engage students and meet the practical requirements of the Australian classroom. ✓Audience EngagementHighly rated for managing inquiry-based workshops for all ages. ✓Qualified EducatorsPresenters trained specifically to engage students in complex space science. Over 4 Million Students Inspired Trustpilot
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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