Shoes that stick and clothes that reveal
3 Jun 2020

Shoes that stick and clothes that reveal

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That may sound bad, but it actually isn’t. Discover how an understanding of Physics concepts such as friction, pressure and electricity can be applied in clothing and material design. The resource as a whole would be well suited to senior … Continued
How much does a koala need to drink?
6 May 2020

How much does a koala need to drink?

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Possibly a lot more than we thought. This article is suited to students in all years studying Biological or Earth and Space sciences. Although younger students may not be able to read the entire article or answer all questions, extracts … Continued
Behold, the “Crazy Beast”
5 May 2020

Behold, the “Crazy Beast”

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It might look like a badger, but internally the Crazy Beast has got some crazy-weird seemingly nature-defying anatomy. This interesting article is suitable for students in Years 4, 5, 6, 7, and 10 studying Biological or Earth and Space sciences. … Continued
Queensland dolphins intentionally beach themselves to trap food
4 May 2020

Queensland dolphins intentionally beach themselves to trap food

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Beached as bro! Dolphins in Fitzroy River, Queensland chase fish onto muddy banks and beach themselves, before sliding back into the water. Use this article to demonstrate an application of specific adaptations and changing ecosystems to students in years 5, … Continued
Timor-Leste cave art could be a link to Australia’s first people
30 Apr 2020

Timor-Leste cave art could be a link to Australia’s first people

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Weathered stencils of handprints made 65,000 years ago suggests some of the first people to Australia could have taken a difficult route. Use this article to show students that scientists gather evidence to refine their scientific understanding of events from … Continued
Hubble turns 30 – The images that changed our view of the universe
29 Apr 2020

Hubble turns 30 – The images that changed our view of the universe

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As the Hubble Space Telescope turns 30, astrophysicist Alan Duffy shares his favourite images and how they changed the way we understand the universe. Use these beautiful images and video to open a discussion with students about the incredible technological … Continued
Glowing dolphins: The brilliance of bioluminescence off our coasts
27 Apr 2020

Glowing dolphins: The brilliance of bioluminescence off our coasts

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Marine biologist Vanessa Pirotta was instrumental in filming dolphins swimming in bioluminescence for the first time – and the experience was unforgettable. This article is suited to students in years 5, 6, 7, 8, and 10 studying Biological, Chemical and … Continued
Planet that never was is still interesting
23 Apr 2020

Planet that never was is still interesting

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Astronomers believe the suspected planet is a dust cloud caused by a cosmic collision. Use this article with students in years 5, 7, and 10, studying Physical and Earth and Space sciences to demonstrate scientists’ changing understanding of space. It … Continued
Where the wild things are: As humans stay indoors, nature is emerging
22 Apr 2020

Where the wild things are: As humans stay indoors, nature is emerging

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As COVID-19 forces us to abandon public spaces and stay home, nature appears to be “reclaiming” the streets. This article provides a positive view of physical isolation by reporting the reduction of human impact on nature. It is suited to … Continued
The big five mass extinctions
16 Apr 2020

The big five mass extinctions

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Biologists suspect we’re living through the sixth major mass extinction. Earth has witnessed five, when more than 75% of species disappeared. Use this article to investigate how the Earth has changed over time long before humans arrived. It is suited … Continued