Nature of Science & Physical World
Children demonstrate scientific principles in real-world survival scenarios, such as how friction creates fire or how evaporation helps with cooling.
Ages 8+
Survival Science
Universe Unboxed
$37.99
Description
How do you find water in the desert? Can you make a fire without matches? What’s the best way to navigate without a compass? Survival Science is packed with hands-on experiments, fascinating facts, and real-world survival skills that blend adventure with scientific discovery.
This kit explores the science behind survival techniques, from building shelters and filtering water to understanding animal behaviour and extreme weather. This kit also has its own YouTube playlist where host Hank Green walks you through the experiments and tells you the science behind how and why it works! Make a compass, filtration system and solar oven. With easy-to-follow activities, children can test out survival strategies while learning essential STEM concepts like physics, chemistry, and biology in a fun and engaging way.
Perfect for budding explorers, outdoor adventurers, and curious minds, Survival Science encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and resilience. Whether used at home, in the classroom, or on a real outdoor expedition, this book will spark a love for science and the natural world!
Educator Approved
Outdoor Education & Kaitiakitanga
Encourage a connection with nature while reinforcing environmental responsibility, sustainability, and respect for the land (kaitiakitanga).
Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Challenge learners to think logically, experiment with solutions, and apply their knowledge to practical, real-world situations.
Details
- Recommended for ages 8+
- Kit includes materials and tools to get you started: solar oven, 3 plastic funnels, filter paper, magnet, aluminium foil, thermometer, petri dish, plastic tube, and compass card; plus gravel, sand, active carbon, superabsorbent jelly crystals, iron filing, and calcium chloride.
- Easy to follow instruction guide takes you through 20 experiments.
- Free shipping on orders $150 and over
- We aim to process your items within 3 days of ordering and dispatch within 7 days
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