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Welcome to the Balloon Tower STEM Challenge – an exciting and interactive activity designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds! Perfect for children and families, this hands-on challenge encourages problem-solving, engineering skills, and teamwork as participants build the tallest freestanding tower using only balloons and tape.

This activity is an excellent introduction to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), aligning with the Chemical and Physical Sciences curriculum while reinforcing mathematical skills such as measurement and graphing. Participants will engage in critical thinking, design, and experimentation, making real-world connections to structural engineering concepts.

With adaptable difficulty levels, this challenge is suitable for children aged 8-16, educators, and families looking for a fun and educational experience at home or in the classroom. It also supports cross-curricular learning by incorporating elements of scientific investigation, data analysis, and even creative writing opportunities.

Are you ready to design, build, and test your balloon tower? Join us in this engaging challenge and discover how science and creativity come together!

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Every time we browse, post, or play online, we leave behind a digital footprint—a trail of information that shapes how others see us. This interactive at-home activity encourages parents and children to reflect on their internet habits and understand the lasting impact of their online presence.

Through this worksheet, your child will:
🔹 Track their digital footprint – How much time do they spend online, and what does it reveal?
🔹 Think critically – Does their online activity create a positive first impression?
🔹 Make smart digital choices – Learn the importance of thinking before clicking, posting, or sharing.

By discussing online habits together, you can help your child build a safe and responsible digital presence—one that protects their privacy and showcases their best self!

📥 Download now and start the conversation about online safety!

Looking for a creative, hands-on way to explore STEM with your child? This butterfly feeder activity combines science, engineering, and craft to help kids learn about pollinators and ecosystems—all while making something beautiful for the garden!

By building and decorating a butterfly feeder, your child will:
🔹 Learn about biology – How butterflies find food and help plants grow.
🔹 Experiment with engineering – Designing a feeder that works efficiently.
🔹 Get creative – Painting and decorating to attract butterflies.

This is a fantastic parent-child project that encourages curiosity about the natural world and the role STEM plays in wildlife conservation. Plus, it’s a great way to spend time outdoors together!

📥 Download now and bring more butterflies to your backyard!

Want to get your child thinking about STEM careers and big ideas—without it feeling like homework? This fun and easy guide is packed with engaging conversation starters to spark curiosity, creativity, and excitement about science, technology, engineering, and maths!

From inventing new gadgets to solving real-world problems, these questions help connect everyday interests—like video games, apps, and superheroes—to exciting future careers in STEM. Whether at the dinner table, on the school run, or during playtime, these chats can build confidence and open doors to amazing opportunities.

A little encouragement goes a long way in shaping future innovators. Start the conversation today!

📥 Download now and make STEM part of everyday life! ✨🔍

Want to boost your daughter’s confidence in STEM and show her that science, technology, engineering, and maths are for everyone? This easy-to-follow guide gives parents practical ways to make STEM exciting, accessible, and fun!

From hands-on experiments and coding games to sharing inspiring stories of real women in STEM, these simple strategies help nurture curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Plus, they show how STEM is all around us—in cooking, shopping, nature, and even smartphones!

Encouraging your daughter to explore STEM opens doors to amazing opportunities, and it all starts with support, curiosity, and play. Let’s spark a love for STEM together!

📥 Download now and start exploring today! ✨🔍

Looking for a fun and hands-on way to spark your daughter’s interest in STEM? This water slide challenge is a fantastic activity to do together at home! Using simple recycled materials, she’ll plan, design, and build her own water slide—just like a real engineer.

This activity helps develop:
🔹 Creative problem-solving – How can she make the water flow smoothly?
🔹 Engineering skills – Thinking about structure, angles, and stability.
🔹 Critical thinking – Reflecting on what worked and what could be improved.

Encouraging girls to tinker, test, and problem-solve builds confidence in STEM, and having a parent involved makes the experience even more rewarding! No special equipment needed—just curiosity, creativity, and a splash of fun!

📥 Download now and explore engineering together!

Can your students design a tower that stands tall, resists earthquakes, and withstands strong winds? In this hands-on STEM challenge, teams will use plastic straws and tape to construct the highest, most stable, and most creative tower possible!

This fun and engaging activity introduces students to engineering principles, problem-solving, and teamwork, encouraging them to think about stability, geometric structures, and innovative designs. After building, they’ll put their creations to the test—simulating earthquakes, wind, and measuring height to see whose tower reigns supreme!

📥 Download now and challenge your students to become structural engineers! 🏗️🚀

What do astronauts, biomedical engineers, and game designers have in common? They all have exciting careers in STEM! This fun and engaging word search introduces students to a wide range of STEM careers, helping them explore future possibilities while building problem-solving and vocabulary skills.

Perfect for classroom activities, STEM clubs, or career exploration sessions, this word search encourages students to think about the many exciting jobs available in science, technology, engineering, and maths—and maybe even discover a new dream career!

📥 Download now and inspire the next generation of innovators! 🚀🔬

Success in any career—especially in STEM fields—is about more than just knowledge. It’s about having the right skills to innovate, problem-solve, and adapt in a fast-changing world! This inspiring poster highlights 10 essential job skills that will help girls build confidence, thrive in STEM careers, and prepare for the future of work.

From critical thinking and creativity to teamwork and resilience, these skills are the building blocks of success in engineering, technology, science, and beyond. Whether solving real-world challenges, leading a team, or developing new innovations, these skills will open doors to exciting opportunities.

📌 Perfect for classrooms, STEM clubs, and career workshops! Download and display this poster to empower the next generation of female STEM leaders! 🚀✨

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Western Australia is home to significant civil and defence space infrastructure, and a thriving ecosystem of more than 130 international and Australian organisations engaged in space-related services.

Explore the WiTWA 2023 Conference Poster, designed to inspire students and STEM professionals with insights into technology, cybersecurity, and future careers.

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