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Discover the exciting world of sound at the upcoming "Squish! Bang! Splat!" event, taking place in Auckland, New Zealand from the 5th to the 6th of September, 2025. This action-packed, two-day event, located at MOTAT (Museum of Transport and Technology) on 805 Great North Road & Meola Road, Western Springs, promises to be a fun-filled journey of science, art, and creativity for children aged 7-12 years.
The event is inspired by the New Zealand Ministry of Education's Building Science Concepts Book 18, Exploring Sound. It features a variety of interactive activities, workshops, and demonstrations designed to captivate young minds and ignite their curiosity about the science of sound.
One of the highlights of the event is the Science Show, where children can learn about how sound works and even design their own Sound Makers. Other activities include hands-on experiments with different materials to create sounds, such as drums, shakers, or other simple instruments.
Kids will have the opportunity to observe and experiment with vibrations and how sound travels. They can also participate in interactive workshops combining art and sound, like making musical instruments from craft materials. The event also includes a percussion wall and rain drums for a rhythmic adventure.
Moreover, children can discover how everyday objects can produce surprising sounds. The event is not just about learning, but also about exploration and discovery. It's an opportunity for kids to engage with science in a fun and interactive way.
Educators from the New Zealand Association of Primary Science Educators (NZAPSE) will be present, ensuring that the activities are age-appropriate and educational. A recorded Professional Learning and Development (PLD) session called "Sounds of Aotearoa" and a collection of resources and notes for educators called "Sound - lower primary" are also available.
For more specific details about the activities and resources available during the event, we recommend checking MOTAT’s official website or contacting them directly. Additionally, an article titled "Building Science Concepts: Exploring sound" and another called "Creating collections" provide valuable insights into making the most out of educational resources and collections.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse your child in a world of fun, science, and art. Visit www.motat.nz/events/squish-bang-splat-2025 for more information and to book your tickets. We look forward to seeing you at "Squish! Bang! Splat!" in September!
- At the "Squish! Bang! Splat!" event, families can delve into the realm of science and creativity, as children engage in learning about sound through hands-on activities, workshops, and demonstrations.
- Alongside the science discovery, children can also participate in relationships building and enrichment through interactive workshops combining art and sound, creating musical instruments from craft materials.
- In the realm of home-and-garden, families can nurture their child's education-and-self-development, expanding their understanding of sound, as they explore the percussion wall and rain drums for a rhythmic adventure.
