The Spaceship Tree: The Drone Dilemma

Welcome to The Spaceship Tree: Drone Dilemma Storytime

STEM Workshop

Get ready for high-flying adventure with Beyond the Beanstalk’s The Spaceship Tree: Drone Dilemma Workshop!

Designed for children aged 2-5 and 5-12, this exciting workshop invites young pilots to take to the skies and explore the world of drones. Tailored for teachers and early childhood educators, our programme aligns with the EYLF, MTOP, and Australian Curriculum, offering an immersive blend of storytelling, STEM, and hands-on learning.

Embark on an Exciting High

Flying Adventure

Interactive Storytelling:

Drone Dilemma: Join the crew of The Spaceship Tree on a brand new adventure as they tackle The Drone Dilemma, displayed on our giant storybook.

Engaging Narrative: Immerse children in the captivating story and set the stage for hands-on drone activities.

Drone Flying Experience:

Hands-On Learning: Children will learn to fly hand-operated drones in this interactive activity, working in small groups to master the art of drone navigation.

Obstacle Course: Once they've honed their piloting skills, children will navigate drones through fun obstacle courses, putting their newfound abilities to the test.

Engineering Challenge:

Make Your Own Propeller: Children will get creative and make their own self-moving drone propeller using everyday objects and simple engineering principles.

Understanding Flight: Explore why propellers move and how they contribute to drone flight through hands-on experimentation.

Earn Your Wings

Upon completion of the workshop, every child will receive a Beyond the Beanstalk drone flying licence, certifying their newfound skills as drone pilots.

Educational Integration

Our Drone Dilemma Workshop seamlessly integrates with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), My Time, Our Place (MTOP), and the Australian Curriculum, providing a comprehensive educational experience that inspires curiosity and creativity.

Workshop Inclusions:

Workshop Requirements

• Access to an electrical power outlet

• Access to large cleared enclosed space

• Chair for presenter

  
  

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.