Literacy and Contexts | Yrs 9-10 resources

NZASE

March 31, 2025

Secrets of Papatūānuku: Earth’s hidden stories uncovered

Sneha Pillai

November 27, 2024

In younger years we may have learnt the Earth is divided into three layers –...

Environmentalist | Stephanie Dijkstra

Sneha Pillai

October 29, 2024

Stephanie is a Māori environmental scientist specialising in intergenerational outcomes and the interweaving of mātauranga...

Safety and Science | Guidance for Aotearoa New Zealand schools and kura

NZASE

September 2, 2024

Safety and Science/Pūtaiao: Guidance for Aotearoa New Zealand Schools and Kura full document download and...

Astrophysicist | Jan Eldridge

Sneha Pillai

June 30, 2024

Jan Eldridge is a pākehā astrophysicist and the Head of Physics Department at the University...

The science behind aurora: Understanding atmospheric phenomena

Mike Stone

June 30, 2024

The Aurora Australis was visible over the whole country on May 11, 2024. This was...

Observing meteors: A practical guide for students

Mike Stone

October 22, 2023

Since the end of June, 2023, Western Heights High School (WHHS) in Rotorua has been...

CRISiSLab challenge: Engaging students in hands-on scientific problem-solving

Mike Stone

August 13, 2023

This annual real-world, hands-on challenge is engaging students from the Wellington area. The scientists who...

Volcanoes of the Waikato: Geology and hazards in the Taupō Volcanic Zone

Mike Stone

July 9, 2023

Active volcanoes in Aotearoa/NZ are found in the Taupō Volcanic Zone (TVZ), and result from...

Ocean upwelling: Nutrient-rich waters and marine productivity

Mike Stone

March 25, 2023

Processes above and below the water can cause upwelling at the coast and at places...

Five digital tools for science: Enhancing engagement and data analysis

Mike Stone

March 23, 2023

Using digital tools in science also helps us embed the digital technology curriculum, a requirement...

Citizen science: Engaging students in real-world scientific research

Mike Stone

March 23, 2023

Citizen Science projects can involve students in “real” science and connect them with scientists, both...

2022 Tonga eruption | Update

Mike Stone

February 16, 2023

On January 12, 2022, at 4.47 pm, the Hunga Tonga – Hunga Ha’apai (HTHH) volcano...

Atmospheric rivers: Understanding Aotearoa’s weather phenomenon

Mike Stone

September 18, 2022

In this resource, NZASE Science Communicator Mike Stone (Pākehā) and Mere Manning (Ngāti Kahungunu ki...

NZASE Scientist profiles | Classroom activities

NZASE

June 1, 2022

Want fresh ways to bring real scientists—and their stories—into your science classroom? This document offers...

Safety in science teaching: Navigating new responsibilities

NZASE

April 29, 2022

This guide outlines the updated health and safety responsibilities for science educators in New Zealand,...

Practical teaching about Antarctica: hands-on activities for science classrooms

Mike Stone

April 29, 2022

A collection of practical activities helps students explore various aspects of Antarctica, including its climate,...

James Webb Space Telescope: A new era in space exploration

Mike Stone

March 25, 2022

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is revolutionising our view of the universe. Launched in...

NCEA Science students | Free exam support

NZASE

November 14, 2021

Prepare for exams with 26 expert-led online sessions streamed on YouTube, designed to support students...

Slow Slip Events: Understanding Aotearoa’s Silent Earthquakes

NZASE

November 13, 2021

In Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific and Australian tectonic plates meet beneath the North Island,...