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Big Volcano Learning Kit

$149.95 inc GST $136.32 ex GST

This highly visual, hands on resource effectively and visually demonstrates the physical structure of a volcano and introduces key geographical vocabulary. Learn the names and functions of the major parts of a volcano and how it can cause devastation to the landscape and nearby population when it erupts.

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SKU: 051121 - 111 Categories: , Ages: 6 - 12

Product overview

Ignite curiosity and excitement with the Volcano educational resource, a hands-on tool designed to make learning about geology, earth science, and natural phenomena fun and memorable. Perfect for classrooms, home school settings, or science centres, this interactive model brings the wonders of volcanic activity to life.

Key Features:

  • Realistic Design: The volcano model is crafted to provide a visually engaging and accurate representation of a real volcano, complete with a crater and detailed surface texture.
  • Interactive Learning: Features an easy-to-use system for simulating eruptions, enabling children to explore the science of volcanology through experiential learning.
  • Educational Focus: Designed to align with science curricula, the Volcano model supports lessons on tectonic plates, magma flow, and the role of volcanoes in shaping our planet.
  • Durable Construction: Made from high-quality, child-safe materials, the model is robust and long-lasting, perfect for repeated use in educational environments.
  • Language Support: Includes a detailed guide in English, offering easy-to-follow instructions and educational content to enhance understanding of volcanic processes.

Benefits:

  • Brings Science to Life: Offers a dynamic and visual way for children to understand volcanic activity and geological concepts, fostering engagement and curiosity.
  • Encourages Inquiry-Based Learning: Sparks discussions and questions, allowing children to explore the “how” and “why” behind eruptions and earth processes.
  • Hands-On Engagement: Promotes active participation, whether through group experiments, classroom demonstrations, or independent exploration.
  • Supports STEM Learning: Integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics principles by connecting geological processes to broader STEM topics.
  • Enhances Critical Thinking: Challenges children to predict, observe, and analyse outcomes during simulated eruptions, building critical thinking and observation skills.

Educational Applications:

  • Classroom Demonstrations: Use it to explain concepts like the layers of the Earth, the rock cycle, and natural disasters.
  • Group Experiments: Engage students in creating a chemical reaction to simulate an eruption, teaching principles of chemistry and geology simultaneously.
  • Creative Play: Incorporate it into imaginative storytelling or interdisciplinary projects involving history, geography, and science.

Whether you’re teaching about the Earth’s dynamic systems or simply looking to inspire wonder, the Volcano model is an exciting and enriching addition to any educational toolkit. With its engaging design and interactive features, it’s sure to be a hit with budding scientists and curious minds alike.

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