The Spaceship Tree: Attack of the Pinky Ponky

Welcome to The Spaceship Tree: Attack of the Pinky Ponky

Storytime STEM Workshop

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Beyond the Beanstalk’s The Spaceship Tree: Attack of the Pinky Ponky Workshop!

Designed for children aged 2-5 and 5-12, this unique workshop transports young explorers beyond the beanstalk into the imaginative realm of the Spaceship Tree. Tailored for teachers and early childhood educators, our programme aligns with the EYLF, MTOP, and Australian Curriculum, offering an enriching blend of creativity and learning.

Embark on an exciting STEM adventure where creativity meets hands-on learning! In this workshop, children will transform 2D shapes into walk-in 3D structures, explore mathematical and engineering concepts by building a geodesic dome, and reenact the thrilling Spaceship Tree adventure. With forcefields, meteor showers, and a vice-changing microphone, this immersive experience sparks curiosity, problem-solving, and imagination like never before!

Explore Mathematical and Engineering Concepts

From 2D to 3D Structures:

Hands-On Learning: Children will learn to take 2D shapes and transform them into 3D structures that they can walk in, sparking curiosity and problem-solving skills.

Geodesic Dome Creation: Explore mathematical and engineering concepts to create a geodesic dome, delving into patterns and their application in structural design.

Reenact the Adventure:

Creative Exploration: Children will reenact the thrilling Spaceship Tree adventure, encountering "forcefields," "meteor showers," and other exciting challenges as they unleash their creativity and imagination. Did we mention they'll also get to use a vice changing microphone?

Curriculum Integration

Our Spaceship Tree Workshop is meticulously designed to align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), My Time, Our Place (MTOP), and the Australian Curriculum. Our activities and resources are crafted to meet educational standards, ensuring seamless integration into your existing curriculum.

Workshop Inclusions:

Workshop Requirements

• Access to an electrical power outlet

• Access to tables and chairs

• Chair for presenter

• Ability to darken area/room

  
  
  
  

What is Storytime STEM:

Beyond the Beanstalk's Storytime STEM workshops weave captivating stories with hands-on STEM/STEAM activities. Perfect for preschool, childcare, primary school (Stage 1), and OOSH settings, each session begins with an imaginative story featuring charming characters, followed by a related activity that fosters creativity and problem-solving. Most workshops includes a take-home project, allowing students to extend their learning and apply their newfound skills, with plenty of options for adapting activities to suit your centre's requirements.

Suitable for ages:

This workshop is suitable for 2-5 years and 5-12 years.

Why Choose Beyond the Beanstalk?

Expert Guidance:

Benefit from our 20 years of experience in delivering exceptional educational programmes.

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Hands-On Exploration:

Our workshops offer engaging, hands-on activities that foster STEM learning in a fun and interactive way.

Comprehensive Support:

​Educators receive all necessary resources and support to facilitate learning and ensure a seamless workshop experience.