Science

Science show

Be inspired by surprising demonstrations in physics and chemistry! Learn about natural phenomena and chemical substances in an entertaining way.

In this live show, you will experience a series of exciting experiments with smoke, flames, soap bubbles and liquid nitrogen. The teacher asks questions to the students along the way to encourage active participation. Minimum number of 90 students*

NB! Show up no later than 10 minutes before the lesson. Failure to attend without cancellation 7 days in advance will result in a NOK 500 fee.

*There is an opportunity for smaller groups to reserve a place at the science show as long as the minimum number has been reached by another school. The maximum number of places at the science fair is 190 students.

Suitable for 5.-7. steps

Minimum 90 students

Max 190 in total

Science

Duration 45 min

What happens in this teaching program?

Curriculum and competence targets

Science (competency objectives):

Explore phase transitions and chemical reactions and describe what characterizes them
Use the particle model to explain phase transitions and the properties of solids, liquids and gases

Core elements

Explore phase transitions and chemical reactions and describe what characterizes them
Use the particle model to explain phase transitions and the properties of solids, liquids and gases

Description of the lesson

The class(es) meet in the auditorium before the start of the show.

The teacher welcomes you. We start with a simple demonstration and dialogue about chemistry and physics.

We then start experiments with, among other things

Smoke rings
Flames with lycopodium
Hydrogen
Sodium polyacrylate and water
Phase transition, liquids and gases
Liquid nitrogen
Soap bubbles

We conclude with a summary and questions.

Practical information

The teacher's role

We want you as an adult to be active, participating and curious. Teachers are responsible for the group throughout the visit and may be asked to help along the way. Explainer is responsible for implementing the program.

Before the visit

Our teaching plans do not require preparatory work, but it is always useful to prepare students for a museum visit. Feel free to show pictures or video from the museum, tell us about what will happen, and see our digital resources that can be used for pre- and post-work.

After the visit

Reflect and discuss with the students after the lesson, preferably in groups.

You meet one of us!

Joachim

Educator in white coat making a soap bubble with smoke

Big white cloud of smoke and a museum educator

Lady with goggles holding a balloon figure

Common questions and answers

What happens on arrival?

One of the teachers in the group approaches the reception. We will then register that you have arrived and you will be allocated a cloakroom space and possibly cabinet for locking up valuables.

Arrive at the museum no later than 10 minutes before the start of the program. Let us know if you will be delayed by phone. 22 79 60 00. If you arrive late, the learning offer may be shortened or cancelled.

Is this teaching offer free?

Our teaching programs are free, but you have to pay for the entrance ticket to the museum. You can only book one arrangement per visit.

Separate prices apply to teachers, pupils and school classes.

What payment methods do you have?

Kindergartens and schools can pay by cash/card on arrival or receive an invoice. For invoices, you must include the requisition or resource number and invoice address.

Do we have access to the entire museum?

Yes! Access to the museum's exhibitions is included in the ticket for school visits. You are most welcome to explore the exhibitions both before and after the lessons.

Where can we have a lunch break?

You can eat the packed lunch in different places; in the cafe, at the reception and outside the museum entrance. It is not allowed to eat or drink in the exhibitions.

What rules apply to school visits?

At The Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology the same rules apply as at school/kindergarten. We will

be role models for each other
be kind to each other and the exhibits
use consensus
don't run.

ATTENTION: Everything behind barriers must not be touched.

Then we all have fun and contribute to a good learning experience. If you decide that your group can visit the museum shop, the teacher must be present as long as some of the children are there.