Inventions
Minds-on
What is invention? Why do people invent? Students will be encouraged to think about the processes of invention and innovation.
Hands-on
Students will explore a range of inventions and experience aspects of life before certain inventions. They will discover innovative New Zealanders and products as well as other world changing inventions.
Plus
The Adult-led Group Trail utilises the MOTAT collection to research the impact of important technological inventions on people. Discover the steam engine, Morse code and other inventions that have changed the world.
"Real life experiences ...seeing inventions such as early telephones and being taken through the innovations leading to what we have today" Teacher, West Auckland , Decile 4
Learning Areas: Science, Social Sciences & Technology
Years & Levels Most suitable for Y1-8, Level 1 to 4
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