Science Week Activities

Optical Illusions
Concept: Perception and how the brain works
Materials: Printed optical illusions (can be projected or drawn)
Activity:
- Explore illusions like the spinning dancer, duck/rabbit, or impossible triangle.
- Discuss how the brain can be tricked.

Paper Helicopters

Concept: Air resistance and gravity

Materials: Paper, scissors, paperclips

Activity:

- Cut and fold a simple paper helicopter (lots of templates online).

- Drop from a height and observe how it spins.

- Try different sizes and designs.