Abacus Science Kit - Eyes on Earth (Year 2, Earth & Space Science)

This kit includes all the resources required to carry out the Primary Connections^® (Australian Curriculum Version 9) teaching sequence for Year 2 (Earth & Space Science) – Eyes on Earth. The teaching sequence is flexible and adaptable to classroom settings whilst the lessons plans, science journals, and resource sheets are free to download from the Primary Connections^® website.

Make Science Fun, Interactive and Meaningful 

This kit transforms learning into an adventure whilst encouraging learning. Students will:

• Explore Earth’s features and characteristics
• Observe patterns of movement in the Sun, Moon, planets and stars
• Identify celestial objects surrounding Earth
• Express their observations through drawing, modelling and storytelling
• Discuss findings and support ideas with evidence
• Develop critical thinking, inquiry and scientific reasoning skills

This student-centred learning approach encourages curiosity, exploration, collaboration and problem-solving while making science both memorable and meaningful.

Apply Learning Through Real Investigation

Students use their understanding of celestial movement to:

• Predict the changing appearance of the Moon phases
• Design and create their own star constellations
• Build Earth, Moon and Solar System models
• Investigate light, shadows and planetary movement
• Express scientific discoveries through art, storytelling and model-making

By reflecting on their investigations and sharing their findings, students reinforce learning through practical application and creative exploration.

What's Included?

In full, this product contains:

• Marble - Bag of 50
• Tape – Masking
• Pipe Cleaner - 300mm (Pack of 100)
• Split Pin - 19mm (Pack of 100)
• String – Ball
• Torch - Student with batteries
• Ball - Table Tennis (Pack of 6)
• Ball - Tennis (Pack of 4)
• Chalk - Pack of 12
• Self-Adhesive Notes - 75mm
• Glue Stick - 35g
• Tissue Paper - Packet
• Marker - Permanent (Box of 12)
• Paint Brush - Soft
• Powder Paint - Set of 3
• Crepe Paper
• Paper Plate - 180mm (Pack of 50)
• Ball - Polystyrene 50mm (Pack of 10)
• Ball - Polystyrene 75mm (Pack of 10)
• Popsticks - Plain (Pack of 100)
• Gratnells Jumbo Tray with Lid

Why Choose This Kit?

• Supports hands-on science learning
• Encourages student-led investigation
• Aligns with Earth and Space Science curriculum outcomes
• Builds critical thinking, observation and communication skills
• Includes all materials needed for engaging classroom activities

Additional Information:

• Primary Connections^® is a trademark of the Australian Academy of Science and is not affiliated with, nor does it endorse Abacus Educational Suppliers resources
• Eyes on Earth is a sequence title of the Australian Academy of Science. This teaching sequence links to Australian Curriculum Version 9 as tabulated below: