What Is National Science Week?
National Science Week is celebrated every year in Australia all across the nation. It's a week to come together as a school community and to celebrate all things science and technology! This week in August is a good time for the community to come together and learn about the latest scientific research and discoveries, and to engage with scientists and science enthusiasts. With the activities and lessons teachers do in the primary classroom, National Science Week can inspire the next generation of scientists, and promote the understanding and importance of science in shaping our future.When Is National Science Week 2023?
Since 1997, this event has occurred every August. This year, National Science Week will take place from 12 to 20 August in 2023.National Science Week 2023 Activities
Wondering what you can do in the classroom to celebrate National Science Week? Here are some ideas:- Why not have students come dressed up as scientists and set up a science-themed photo booth in the classroom.
- Set up science stations where students learn about different science themes. This year, you could set up activities for refraction of light using different glass objects.
- Use some science-themed classroom decorations to set up a display for National Science Week.
- Spend every afternoon following the scientific method and conducting science experiments for the classroom.
