Welcome to Let's Discover...Dynamic Earth - a science workshop designed to educate and inspire primary school students! This workshop is perfect to help your students understand the fascinating concepts of geology and the Earth's structure. It is an exciting journey to unravel the secrets of our ever-changing planet, aiming to ignite their passion for Earth science.
Through interactive activities, engaging discussion and hands-on activities, participants will delve into the fascinating world of our planet's dynamic processes and geological phenomena.
Here is what our workshop entails:
Through interactive activities, engaging discussion and hands-on activities, participants will delve into the fascinating world of our planet's dynamic processes and geological phenomena.
Here is what our workshop entails:
- Earth's history and its Structure: Discover the layers that make up our planet and look back to the moment when this blue planet was formed.
- Plate Tectonics and Continental Drift: Unveil the mysteries behind Earth's restless movement as we explore the theory of plate tectonics. Your students will have the opportunity to recreate the early continent Pangea through hands-on activities that will help investigate the continental drift.
- Erosion and Weathering: Investigate the powerful forces that shape our landscapes over time. Participants will learn about erosion, weathering processes, and the impact of water, wind, and ice on our environment. Engaging activities will demonstrate how these natural forces sculpt the Earth's surface.
- The Rock Cycle: Dive into the fascinating journey of rocks on our planet. Your students will have the opportunity to explore real samples of gems and minerals and discover the three main types of rocks that form our planet.
- Natural Disasters: Gain insights into the science behind natural disasters such as volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis. Your students will learn about the causes and effects of these events and explore how communities can better prepare and mitigate their impact.