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The Da Vinci Machines - Club Day
Sunday 27th July, 2:00pm - Canterbury Museum

Leonardo da Vinci dedicated himself with passion to scientific studies in anatomy, biology, mathematics and physics. His manuscripts, known as Codices, exhibit ingenious solutions to practical problems of his time and he was able to imagine future possibilities such as flying machines and automation.

Join Leonardo da Vinci (Ken Benn, author, storyteller, wordwizard) on site for The Da Vinci Machines exhibition. He will explain the intricacies of his creations and entertain you with stories and facts from the life of one of the greatest minds in history.

From flying machines to war machines, see the incredible inventions of Leonardo Da Vinci come to life.

http://www.canterburymuseum.com/ Suitable for: All explorers, $5 per family.


Bookings: Sarah Birch sdbirch@paradise.net.nz  Arranged By: Christchurch Explorers

Space Odyssey for Pre-schoolers
Thursday 7th August, 9.30am until 11.00am - ScienceAlive Education Rooms

Space Odyssey at Science Alive

Thursday August 7

Journey beyond Planet Earth and explore our place in space.

Key Concepts: night and day, the Moon, the Sun and our solar system.

Suitable for: 6 years and younger


Bookings: Sarah Birch sdbirch@paradise.net.nz  Arranged By: Christchurch Explorers

Simple Machines for pre schoolers
Thursday 4th September, 9.30am until 11.00am - Science Alive

What are the everyday machines that we have around us?

In this fun-filled session children explore how simple machines can be used to make our lives easier.

Key Concepts: pulleys, levers, wheels, wedges and gears.

Suitable for: 6 years old and younger


Bookings: Sarah Birch sdbirch@paradise.net.nz  Arranged By: Christchurch Explorers