Rainbows, Shadows & Light STEM Workshop
- What
- Museum Staff-led
- When
- Terms 1 to 4, Monday to Friday
- Duration
- 45 minutes in the STEM Lab
- Year level
- Years 1 to 3
- Minmum student numbers
- Minimum 15 students
- Maximum student numbers
- Maximum 28 students
- Cost
- $11 per student + education service fee
- Booking information
- Bookings 13 11 02
Students discover the science of light and colour through hands-on activities and apply their knowledge in a STEM design activity.
Children are enthralled by phenomena of light and colour such as rainbows, stars and shadows. They are curious about what makes light and the materials that can affect how light moves. This 45-minute workshop will help students develop STEM skills such as collaboration, creative and critical thinking as they experiment with the science of light and learn about its application through design.
Victorian Curriculum links
Science
- Light and sound are produced by a range of sources and can be sensed (VCSSU049)
- Light from a source forms shadows and can be absorbed, reflected and refracted (VCSSU080)
Design and technologies
- Investigate the suitability of materials, systems, components, tools and equipment for a range of purposes (VCDSTC027)
Personal and social capability
- Listen to others’ ideas, and recognise that others may see things differently (VCPSCSO012)
- Use basic skills required for participation in group tasks and respond to simple questions about their contribution to group tasks (VCPSCSO014)
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