Constellations in a cup

Hold a galaxy in your hands, with this constellation in a cup activity. Ask a grown up for some help, so you can enjoy the projections together!

Let's make a rainbow

There is more than meets the eye with this experiment. Use some household items to pull apart colour and create some gorgeous art.

Stargazing in winter

Look up at the night sky with us this winter!

Make your own ball run!

Why does an apple fall from a tree? Or a spin top spin? Or a ball roll or bounce?

Getting sticky with static

Have you ever received a static shock from jumping on a trampoline? Or touching a door knob? Experiment with static electricity at home!

How poo shapes a city (and other scatalogical stories)

What do Melbourne’s laneways, the Spotswood Pumping Station at Scienceworks, and termite mounds all have in common?

Letter from a Tasmanian Tiger

Ever wonder about the life of a museum specimen?

Eight myths about snakes

Some common misconceptions, and what you can do to keep snakes out of your yard.

The champion of dinosaur discovery

Australia’s megafauna were unique, and included giant marsupials, huge flightless birds and giant reptiles.

Do centipedes really have 100 legs?

Counting the feet on these ancient invertebrates.

STEM and Innovation

Years 5–10

Read about Australia's first computer, take a virtual scavenger hunt and contemplate past and future innovations

Deep Blue

Years 2–10

We have put together a range of ocean themed resources and activities for school students to dive into during National Science Week.

Stars, galaxies and the universe

Years 9 and 10

A series of activities including making a star map, a quiz on Black Holes and exploring the evolution of the universe

Forests and their secrets

Years 3–8

Connect with nature mindfully, take a virtual tour of the Forest Gallery or dive into classification and food web activities

Museum Teachers

Museum Teachers is open to all Victorian teachers and educators to create the best learning outcomes through our museums.