Frightfully Fun Science

Free Livestream

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  • Grade 1
  • Grade 2
  • Grade 3
  • Grade 4
Two smoking beakers sit next to two animal skulls and two large insects encased in acrylic.

Details

Bugs, skeletons and organs—oh my! If any of these things scare you, studying the “spooky” science behind them may help. Join us as we explore bones and body systems, eat insects and try some spine-chilling experiments!

Type: Virtual Livestream
Grades: 1, 2, 3, 4
Duration: 30 minutes
Price: Free with Zoom registration
Language: English only

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Schedule 

  • October 30 at 9:30 a.m.

Curriculum Connections:

Strand :
A STEM Skills and Connections
B Life Systems: Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
C Matter and Energy: Energy in Our Lives
Strand :
A STEM Skills and Connections
B Life Systems: Growth and Changes in Animals
C Matter and Energy: Properties of Liquids and Solids
Strand :
A STEM Skills and Connections
C Matter and Energy: Forces and Motion
Strand :
A STEM Skills and Connections
B Life Systems: Habitats and Communities
Sensory Considerations

Students will be viewing real biological specimens, including animal and human specimens. Please note the Ontario Science Centre follows the guidelines of the Ontario Anatomy Act, which states that human specimens are treated with dignity and respect and used for educational purposes only.

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