This project will engage primary students in an authentic, hands-on exploration of sustainability, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship through the science of seeds and ecosystems. Inspired by global initiatives such as the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, students will investigate the importance of seed preservation and its role in protecting plant diversity for future generations. They will…
Topic: Indigenous Knowledge
St Thomas’ Sprout Scouts with Merrylands Christian Preschools Association
Our pre-schoolers will become Sprout Scouts when they plant seeds into three different habitats and wait the results. They will investigate using magnifying glasses and child safe microscopes. We will also be using bush tucker and native plant seeds.
Mary Valley Small Schools Science Day
Students in years 3 – 6 in the Mary Valley catchment (small schools) are invited to the Annual Mary Valley State College Science Day. A day of science fun, science learning and science friends. Join the Mary Valley team (specialist staff & secondary students) to guide you through a rotation of “hands-on” activities. You even…
Sensational Science Spectacular at Bungendore Public School
All students will have a blast exploring the amazing world of seeds and crystals. ES1 and Stage 1 will use their senses to investigate different seeds and even grind wheat to see what’s inside. Stage 2 and 3 will dive into the cool science of how seeds travel and grow, and they’ll also discover how…
The Pally Patch Revival Investigation at Palmyra Primary School
The Pally Patch Revival Investigation is a whole school initiative aimed at discovering (and rediscovering) the STEM learning potential of a beautiful, developed garden set on a half-acre section of land located at the east end of Palmyra PS. The project has two broad objectives. 1. Investigating and studying the Pally Patch to gain a…
The Great Seed Adventure
The Great Seed Adventure Have you ever wondered how a tiny seed can grow into a tomato plant, a giant sunflower or even a forest? Join us for The Great Seed Adventure, a hands-on National Science Week event where students, families and our local preschool community will investigate the amazing science hidden inside seeds. The…
Seed Stories – Science, survival and sustainability
Every seed tells a story—come and help us uncover it! Did you know that a tiny seed can travel around the world, survive for years, and grow into food, flowers or even a forest? This National Science Week, we’re inviting our students, families and community to discover the incredible science hidden inside a seed. Building…
Community Planting at Cranleigh School
Cranleigh School support students from Kindergarten to Year 6 with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities. Community Planting at Cranleigh School will be a National Science Week event designed to bring together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families, for a hands-on celebration of Seeds of Science. Students will learn about the cultural significance,…
Dubbo Public School Science Day
Following on from the Stage 3 students enjoyment of the Science and Engineering Challenge and having Yr 11 students as helpers, Dubbo Public School are aiming to copy this during Science Week. This will happen by working with teachers and students from Dubbo College Senior Campus. The day will involve groups of Stage 3 students…
SCINEMA science film festival screening at Penrith Library
Join us at Penrith Library for a screening of the SCINEMA International Science Film Festival, presented as part of National Science Week. SCINEMA showcases a curated selection of short films that explore the wonders of science around the world through engaging storytelling and stunning visuals. This annual film festival offers something for curious minds of…