Science of Sci-Fi
6 Dec 2021

Science of Sci-Fi

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We all suspend a certain amount of disbelief when we immerse ourselves in a blockbuster movie. But for a geek like astrophysicist Alan Duffy, it’s particularly annoying how the elegance and beauty of physics is routinely spurned by Hollywood filmmakers … Continued
How do fingers snap?
22 Nov 2021

How do fingers snap?

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It’s friction – and surprisingly fast motion that allows us to snap our fingers. Use this explainer resource to investigate how we can snap our fingers in this resource for Year 4, 7 and 8 students studying forces and energy … Continued
Maths Delivers: Car Braking Distances
9 Nov 2021

Maths Delivers: Car Braking Distances

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Find out how to calculate car braking distances and the difference just 5 kph can make. This explainer video is well suited to Physics students in Year 7 learning about forces and Year 8 learning about energy. Video Length: 4:42 … Continued
Phenomena – Episode 2: Matter
26 Sep 2021

Phenomena – Episode 2: Matter

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Energy is at the foundation of all change in the universe. Chemical reactions reveal explosive and vivid patterns that visualise the power and beauty of energy. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival and was … Continued
Phenomena – Episode 7: Gravity
19 Sep 2021

Phenomena – Episode 7: Gravity

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Gravity and matter are inseparable. This connection is visualised through a simulation of the orbital motion of solar systems and the spiral dance of galaxies. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival and was selected … Continued
A Spacetime Trilogy with Jared Kaplan
11 Sep 2021

A Spacetime Trilogy with Jared Kaplan

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Jared Kaplan, theoretical physicist at John’s Hopkins University, looks to black holes, gravity, and even a dazzle of zebras, to examine profound and whimsical questions about spacetime and our universe. This film series was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International … Continued
Breaking the Ice
6 Sep 2021

Breaking the Ice

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How do ships sail through the ice to deliver resources to Antarctica? This extended resource is designed for Year 4 Physics and STEM students who are learning about push and pull forces. It covers real-life forces and their effects and … Continued
Body Brothers – Season 2 “Animals”
1 Sep 2021

Body Brothers – Season 2 “Animals”

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The Body Brothers love to find out more about the world around them and then literally make a song and dance about what they’ve learned! This episode sees Auntie B show how ostriches use their wings as brakes and Cormac … Continued
Helmets and Forces
26 Aug 2021

Helmets and Forces

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Children and their parents are underestimating the danger of scooters, skateboard and skates with often dire consequences. This resource shows the real-life implications and consequences of not wearing helmets with any non-motorised vehicle. It is an easily relatable example showing … Continued
D.I.Y Science – Make your own Rocket
13 Aug 2021

D.I.Y Science – Make your own Rocket

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The D.I.Y. Science series contains some of our favourite experiments for kids to try at home. They are designed to help school teachers and carers inspire a child’s curiosity in science. It's time to get hands-on. This episode shows students … Continued