4E: Analyze interactions between the magnetic poles of magnets
Through a series of investigation stations, students explore and marvel at the push and pull of magnetism (from poles to attraction), how this non-contact force interacts with many different materials, and how magnets and magnetism influence many aspects of our lives.
$285 | 60 Minutes | Workshop
4LS: Relate the external structures of plants to their functions.
4SM: Relevant data addresses the question that is being investigated.
Using microscopy, dissections, soil pH testing kits, and other scientific tools, students will learn about the scientific method and the use of evidence to advance their understanding of plants and the wonders of the botanical world!
$285 | 60 Minutes | Lab
3CS: Computational thinking includes finding patterns and similarities in tasks, breaking a task into smaller chunks, identifying the important details when reading or solving a problem, and designing instructions.
4CS: An algorithm is a sequence of instructions.
4CS: Design Process includes creating, analyzing, testing, & troubleshooting
Explore computational thinking while building and programming a LEGO® amusement park! Students will collaborate as they learn about algorithms, patterns, and will explore the design process while innovating and debugging their amusement park ride to make it more inclusive for all. New for grade 4!
$285 | 60 minutes | Workshop
5CS: Relate a block of code to an outcome or behaviour.
6CS: Use a visual block based language to design code that includes relevant design structures.
Students will embark on a computer science themed locked room challenge. In just 60 minutes, they'll need to test their collaborative design skills to create a one of kind artifact while moving through a sequence of stations that challenge their computational thinking abilities. Their cumulative work will help them with a final AI challenge to escape the Locked Spark!
$285 | 60 Minutes | Workshop
4S: Observing objects in space helps us connect Earth to its place in the universe.
5SM: Discuss technologies that provide scientists with evidence that cannot be directly observed using the human senses.
6S: Knowledge of the solar system continues to develop with further space exploration.
The story of Pluto is the story of science. Explore the discovery of the planets through the immersive nature of the planetarium, visiting Pluto and finding out how science really works. Is it a planet or not? We'll find out, and find out why. Available Monday to Thursday at 9:45 AM and 1:00 PM. (Multiple schools may be booked in the same timeslot.)
$285 | 50 minutes | Planetarium Show
5LS: Examine the function of the human digestive, respiratory, circulatory, and musculoskeletal systems.
In this creative design challenge, students explore the digestive, respiratory, circulatory and musculoskeletal systems and employ engineering principles to build a model of the human body with functioning organs.
$285 | 60 Minutes | Lab
6E: Identify forces that act on an object during an interaction.
6Math: Solve problems involving the areas of parallelograms and triangles.
Triangles make up the strongest shape in engineering, but how can we prove it? Students explore the engineering of bridges and how the internal forces of tension and compression create some of the best engineering designs around us!
$285 | 60 minutes | Workshop
6M: Explain phase changes of matter when heated or cooled using the particle model of matter.
6SM: Conduct a controlled experiment to prove the mass of a substance is the same after a phase change.
Dive into the fascinating world of the particle model of matter through hands-on lab-based experiments. Explore phase changes using different materials observing how particles behave as substances transition between solid, liquid, and gas states.
$285 | 60 minutes | Lab
6LS: Locate and responsibly examine a local ecosystem in nature using appropriate materials and tools.
Students become field biologists and take to Spark's backyard to investigate the surprising biodiversity and complex ecosystems found in the centre of a large urban environment. This is an outdoor program; be sure to dress for the weather.
Available May-June, 11:00am only
$285 | 75 Minutes | Outdoor Workshop
Book online for each program with the school Booking Form or call us at 403-817-6800 if you have any questions.
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