Physical Science

How to Create a Simple Circuit with Ammeter and Voltmeter

Posted on February 23, 2017| Posted in Education

Introduce learners to basic circuits with this user-friendly, hands-on kit. In this video, John demonstrates how to create a simple series and parallel circuit using the Lasec® Education Circuit Board Kit. Learn how to measure current using an ammeter and how to set up a voltmeter to measure the electrical potential difference over a component of the circuit.

7 Wave Investigations to Demonstrate with a Ripple Tank

Posted on February 13, 2017| Posted in Education

The Ripple Tank is a fantastic tool for the Grade 10-12 Physical Science classroom. WATCH John take you through 7 wave investigations that you can demonstrate with a Ripple Tank.

Light Up Science for Young Learners with Nutty Scientists

Posted on February 9, 2017| Posted in Education

From a class workshop to an after-school program or a school show, why not consider inviting Nutty Scientists to light up science for your learners in an entertaining and memorable way. Nutty Scientists specialise in making science education exciting, entertaining, and even hair-raising. Their highly participatory and hands-on programmes maximise the potential for learning and retention of knowledge.

How to Set Up a Ripple Tank

Posted on February 8, 2017| Posted in Education

The Ripple Tank is a fantastic tool for the Grade 10-12 Physical Science classroom. Use it to demonstrate the formation of simple waves, or kick it up a notch and show reflection, refraction, diffraction and interference using the barrier tools provided. In this video, John takes us through set up and what's included in the ripple tank kit.

Better Schools Project: A Win for Bray Intermediate

Posted on January 18, 2017| Posted in Education

At the risk of sounding clichéd, it’s true in life that a small intervention or act of kindness can go a long, long way. This year, Bray Intermediate was the recipient of a new kitted out science laboratory and was one of 7 schools in the area to benefit from practical science experiment training. This was made possible through the corporate social investment of ATNS.

4 Fun Science Activities to try with a Slinky Spring

Posted on October 24, 2016| Posted in Education

Aside from being huge amounts of fun, the slinky spring is a brilliant and versatile tool for demonstrating important themes in the CAPS curriculum. These themes include matter and materials, waves, sound and light and energy and change. Each of the 4 activities demonstrates a different theme. Some themes are repeated but with increasing complexity for older learners. Using the simple and inexpensive slinky spring, educators can bring science to life with realistic laser sounds, visible waves and even a slinky walking downstairs.

Neutralisation and pH Lesson Plan

Posted on September 8, 2016| Posted in Education

In this exciting lesson, John takes you through experiments to investigate Neutralisation and pH. The lesson plan covers neutralisation by reaction of acid and base and pH of metal oxides and non-metal oxides.

Neutralisation Reactions Experiment Printable

Posted on September 8, 2016| Posted in Education

Use this printable to add a touch of fun to the neutralisation reactions experiment demonstrated by John. Learners can choose their character and colour it in to further personalise the lesson.

Neutralisation Reactions Worksheet

Posted on September 8, 2016| Posted in Education

This worksheet is designed to support the neutralisation reactions video experiment and neutralisation and pH lesson plan. It’s a great tool to reinforce the content covered and to help learners remember the experiment.