Enjoy a day full of lights, colours and optical illusions. Explore the land of mirrors, colourful shadows and nature’s paint palette.

Appreciate the magic of colour, mirrors and shadows through the eyes of a child. Discover the empowering effects of child-led inquiry projects in early childhood and become immersed in your own inquiry project.

This STEM learning opportunity will help you:

discover the potential of inquiry projects for effective practice in early childhood education
create a stimulating environment for children to support the collaborative and innovative spirit of your group
collect ideas for inquiry projects that scaffold children’s learning and development
explore children’s concepts of colours, mirrors and shadows
understand the fundamentals of visual perception
benefit from the exchange with like-minded educators and reflect on your current practice
feel confident in unlocking the wonders of STEM.
You will also receive comprehensive materials with lots of STEM ideas and information about inquiry-based practices.

Topic learning objectives

Discovering the potential of inquiry projects in early childhood education
Fostering children’s collaborative and innovative spirit through inquiry projects
Scaffolding children’s concepts of colours, mirrors and shadows

Don’t forget to register early as registrations for our workshops close 24 hours before the event commences.

Good to know: This workshop provides educators and teachers with a variety of tools and educational concepts to meet a range of requirements of the NQF and the EYLF. In NSW and ACT, this workshop may contribute 5 hours of NESA Elective Professional Development.

Parking: Parking is available within the vicinity of the venue.

Further information: Wear clothing suitable for hands-on activities and experiments.

Cost: $215 per participant. Ticket cost includes morning and afternoon tea. Please BYO lunch.

Facilitator: Hayley Bates, Little Scientists trainer.

Who? This workshop is suitable for all educators and teachers and prior STEM knowledge is not required.

Little Scientists House: Completing this workshop contributes to becoming a Little Scientists House. To find out more about our national certification program click here

Please note: The workshop is for educators and teachers only and it is not suitable for children to attend.

Questions? Email us at workshops@littlescientists.org.au

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