Melbourne Museum Science kits

It’s Rocket Science

Years 4-8, Learning Kit

List of F - adult learning kits

Did you know that learning kits can be loaned from Museum Victoria?
Below is one such kit that might be useful for Years 7 and 8 teachers looking for materials that would benefit an early introduction to the laws of Physics.


It’s Rocket Science Learning Kit contains a range of rocket models, experiments and support materials for use in the classroom or holiday programs. The activities encourage a hands-on approach using interactive learning philosophy. It’s Rocket Science enables teachers and their students to:

•Discuss different rockets and their uses
•Introduce the science of motion and forces, particularly the concept that every action has an equal and opposite reaction
•Develop scientific thinking through questioning and experimentation

The Kit includes Teacher Notes with background science information and detailed instructions for conducting rocket activities, as well as laminated posters, rocket activities and discussion suggestions.

Cost
$55 for a 5 week loan.