$19.95
Huzzle provides puzzles for adults which are solved using a blend of inspiration and logic. The challenge is to take the puzzle apart and put it back together. Simple, yet so deep. You will need your hands and your brain on board to solve the huzzle puzzles! Happy Puzzling.
Like the swirling shape of the galaxy... that is why this puzzle was named Galaxy. It is not that difficult to solve but one becomes totally mesmerised by the pieces that move freely. It is more difficult to put them back together than to take apart. Take a good look at how the pieces move when taking them apart so you can put them back together again.
$19.95
Huzzle provides puzzles for adults which are solved using a blend of inspiration and logic. The challenge is to take the puzzle apart and put it back together. Simple, yet so deep. You will need your hands and your brain on board to solve the huzzle puzzles! Happy Puzzling.$19.95
Huzzle provides puzzles for adults which are solved using a blend of inspiration and logic. The challenge is to take the puzzle apart and put it back together. Simple, yet so deep. You will need your hands and your brain on board to solve the huzzle puzzles! Happy Puzzling.
$34.95
Celestial Buddies is an original line of plush characters each personifying a celestial body occupying our heavens. The Celestial Buddies' "Big Bang" moment occurred after the creator of this miniature stuffed universe saw a documentary series on the Solar System and realized that there were no plush toys depicting our planetary neighbours. So she set to work, and Celestial Buddies is the result.
$24.95
An amazing true-life cosmic adventure!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to live on the Moon?
Leave Earth behind. Fly through outer space. Feel the exhilaration of exploring another world. Experience the thrill of adventure and the dangers of space flight, from mission launch, to final splashdown.
Join Charlie duke on his amazing adventure to the moon.
$29.95
9 Experiments to explore.
Among them is growing crystals, making slim, experimenting with hydrophobic sand and polymer snow.
$9.95
Take a look at this iron-on cloth badge. This is a great souvenir from your trip to the Dish!
$44.95
Discover the fundamentals of coding and computer science without a computer! Impress your digital native friends with your initials encoded in a cool binary necklace. Race the clock to sort objects by weight, using real sorting algorithms, just like computers do billions of times a day. Make an encryption device to uncover the secrets of ancient and modern message encryption. Write a program to guide a friend through a hidden maze and crack the code to create surprising pixelated pictures.$7.95
Collectable Miniature Di-Cast
Pencil Sharpener
$7.95
Collectable Miniature Di-Cast
Pencil Sharpener
$7.95
Collectable Miniature Di-Cast
Pencil Sharpener
$24.95
Cosmic Collection is a stunning polished gemstones representing the Sun, Earth and the Moon in this compact desk set.
The Cosmic Collection is represented by:
Sun: Poppy Jasper
Earth: Sodalite
Moon: Rock Crystal
Please Note: Yours will look different as the gemstones used are unique and no two are the exact same.
$44.95
Learn all about thermodynamics with the Crookes Radiometer.When exposed to light or heat, the vanes will spin. Comes in 18cm and 22cm high models and makes for an educational decoration.$24.95
A black cap displaying southern hemisphere constellations. This cap also Glows in the Dark.$14.95
Add a touch of personality to this Parkes Radio Telescope A5, 80 page spiral-bound notebook ready for use at home, school or the office.
$39.95
This package consists of "The Dish Book" and "The Dish DVD". If bought seperate the cost is $44.95. Buying this unique purchase as a " Dish Package" saves you $5.00 and makes a beautiful gift.$7.95
$19.95
Earth
Have you ever wanted to know which is the tallest mountain on Earth? Or which continent is the largest?
Dk Findout! Earth is packed with surprising facts and amazing pictures. It's a fascinating book filled with big ideas.
$24.95
Perfect for car rides, playdates, long wait in lines, travels and more!
$29.95
Going boldly forth as a pioneer in the fledgling field of space archaeology, Dr Alice Gorman (aka Dr Space Junk) turns the common perception of archaeology as an exploration of the ancient on its head. Her captivating inquiry into the most modern and daring of technologies spanning some 60 years — a mere speck in cosmic terms — takes the reader on a journey which captures the relics of space forays and uncovers the cultural value of detritus all too readily dismissed as junk.
In this book, she takes a physical journey through the solar system and beyond, and a conceptual journey into human interactions with space. Her tools are artefacts, historical explorations, the occasional cocktail recipe, and the archaeologist's eye applied not only to the past, but the present and future as well.
Erudite and playful, Dr Space Junk reveals that space is not as empty as we might think. And that by looking up and studying space artefacts, we learn an awful lot about our own culture on earth. She makes us realise that objects from the past — the material culture produced by the Space Age and beyond — are so significant to us now because they remind us of what we might want to hold onto into the future.
$24.95
Quench your thirst with your very own CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope drink bottle. With a sleek design and featuring the words 'As a matter of fact the world does revolve around me', this bottle will keep you sipping in style.$9.95
Keep your drink cool with this bright, fun drink cooler!$9.95
A "selfie" taken by aliens on their most recent visit to "The Dish". Yours to show off on a drink cooler. Artwork by M. Marshall.$49.95
A traditional way to read the temperature and predict the weather.
Storm Glass - Once used by seafarers to predict oncoming storms, the storm glass barometer came into general use in the early 1700's, and responds to atmospheric fluctuations to forecast the weather. Admiral Robert Fitzroy conducted a detailed study of this instrument between 1834 and 1836.
Galileo Thermometer - In 1593, Galileo Galilei discovered that the density of liquids reacts predictably to changes in temperature. He invented a device that allowed temperature variations to be measured.
$34.95
Eclipse Chasers is a guide to past and future Australian total solar eclipses, exploring historical and cultural knowledge, as well as featuring five upcoming eclipses that will be visible in Australia.
The science of eclipses is explained, as well as how to prepare for an eclipse and view it safely. For upcoming eclipses the best locations to view each one are revealed, alongside tips for taking photographs.
The book also reveals untold stories of how past Australian astronomers observed the total eclipses that have occurred since European settlement, and how these eclipses were celebrated in popular culture, poetry and art. It explores the great significance of solar eclipses for First Nations peoples, and their observations and cultural meanings.
Eclipse Chasers showcases the drama and beauty of total solar eclipses and is essential for anyone fascinated by these amazing events.
$4.95
These cardboard Eclipse glasses are safe for direct solar viewing of solar eclipses, sun spots and other solar phenomenon. The filters in the glasses are optical density 5 or greater and are "CE" certified which meets the transmission requirements of scale 12-16 of EN 169/1992. (Australian standard AS 1338.2 and 1338.3). Lenses are made of exclusive scratch resistant optical density 5, "Black Polymer" material. Eclipse Shades filter out 100% of harmful ultra-violet, 100% of harmful infrared, and 99.999% of intense visible light. These premium filters create a sharper ORANGE colored image of the sun. The backside is printed with information for safe use and warnings about correct usage.
$29.95
Astronomers have long known that the Universe is expanding, but everything they could see indicated that gravity should be slowing this spread. Instead, it appears that the Universe is accelerating its expansion and that something stronger than gravity --dark energy -- is at work. In Einstein's Telescope Evalyn Gates, a University of Chicago astrophysicist, transports us to the edge of contemporary science to explore the revolutionary tool that unlocks the secrets of these little-understood cosmic constituents. Based on Einstein's theory of general relativity, gravitational lensing, or "Einstein's Telescope," is enabling new discoveries that are taking us toward the next revolution in scientific thinking -- one that may change forever our notions of where the Universe came from and where it is going.$19.95
This book gives you an easy-to-read introduction to what we know about Aboriginal Astronomy, and the current state of research into this area.
Each of the 400 different Aboriginal cultures in Australia has a distinct mythology, ceremonies, and art forms, some of which have a strong astronomical component. Many share common traditions such as the “emu in the sky” constellation of dark clouds, and stories about the Sun, Moon, Orion, and the Pleiades. Several use the rising and setting of particular stars to indicate the time to harvest a food source, and some link the Sun and Moon to tides, and even explain eclipses as a conjunction of the Sun and Moon.
Thse traditions reveal a depth and complexity of Aboriginal cultures which are not widely appreciated by outsiders. This book explores the wonderful mystical Aboriginal astronomical stories and traditions, and the way in which these are used for practical applications such as navigation and harvesting. It also describes the journey of exploration which is opening Western eyes to this treasury of ancient Aboriginal knowledge.
It's written by Prof. Ray Norris (an astrophysicist with CSIRO, and an Adjunct Professor at the Dept. of Indigenous Studies, Macquarie University), and his wife Cilla. They have spent the last five years studying Aboriginal Astronomy.
Their research has included:
- uncovering little-known academic manuscripts,
- visiting Aboriginal sites throughout Australia, including the Sydney rock-art,
- spending time with the Yolngu communities in Arnhem Land.
$29.95
This engraved pen makes a lovely keepsake. It has black ink and has 'CSIRO PARKES RADIO TELESCOPE' written on it.
It comes boxed.
$29.95
The Eruptions and Explosions kit is perfect for any budding scientist that loves to get hands on and watch experiments bubble and fizz.
Complete 5 experiments, including launching a rocket, making a volcano, and inflating a balloon without blowing – all using the reaction of bicarbonate and vinegar.
After you’ve done each experiment, you can learn about how volcanoes, rockets and natural forces work with an educational booklet inside. This is the perfect fun STEM learning tool for both girls and boys.
The kit comes with a model volcano, rocket, chemicals, and equipment including protective goggles and gloves.
$34.95
Training problems solving skills.
Helps develop:
$19.95
This fibre optic lamp changes colour from blue, green, purple to red.
Three AAA batteries required. Batteries not included.
$29.95
What are stars made of?
Why does the moon shine?
What do astronauts wear?
These and hundreds of other questions about our Solar System and the Universe are answered in this charming book. Simple, easy-to-read text and lively, detailed illustrations introduce the basic concepts of space to young readers.
$24.95
This Forensic Science kit is written by qualified scientists and teaches the techniques that scientists use every day to solve crimes!
Take plaster casts of shoe prints, extract DNA, analyse inks and create a fingerprint database.
Forensic Science collect evidence and preserve the integrity of the evidence so that it is admissible in court. With this kit our future scientists will be introduced to this fascinating world and gain valuable insights into scientific procedures. And have fun!
List of experiments:
$24.95
Now you can join Australia's best-known astronomer, Fred Watson, on a unique tour to unravel the mysteries of space and time. Take in primitive observatories in ancient Peru and the world's largest atom-smasher in modern-day Switzerland. See Pluto demoted from planetary status. Go behind headlines to find the truth about the Transit of Venus and the Higgs Boson. Meet some of science's most colourful characters.$9.95
Astronaut ice cream is an out of this world treat. Originally developed for space travel, our creamy-sweet, freeze-dried astronaut ice cream will give you a taste of outer space right here on Earth!
$49.95
Tom Hanks, Imagine Entertainment and HBO present the Emmy and Gold Globe Award winner From the Earth to the Moon, the dramatic story of the unforgettable Apollo missions and their heroic astronauts. Powerfully told through the memorable performances of Brain Cranston, Sally Field, Chris Isaak and many more, these are the stories of the men, women and children who lived, breathed and manufactured, from the power of human will, one of the greatest achievements in the history of mankind. Beautifully restored in stunning HD, the Remastered Edition updates the visual effects, adding vivid detail to the Apollo missions while remaining true to the masterful storytelling of the original$19.95
Aim: Separate the pieces. Can you rebuild the globe?
$44.95
Take a look at these Glass Dome Balls. Choose your favourite style.
Please note: Choose a light to go with your Glass Dome Ball
$12.95
A quality 60-degree acrylic prism allows you to learn to split a beam of light into a multi-coloured rainbow or look through the top bevelled edge to reflect images into wonderful kaleidoscopic patterns. Instructions included.
$29.95
Take a trip into space with this cosmic glow-in-the-dark activity kit.
Inside you will find everything you need to build and paint your very own glow-in-the-dark solar system, plus glowing ceiling stickers to light up your room, intergalactic scratch art and a giant Solar System poster.
With two jam-packed activity books bursting with fun facts, puzzles and an astronaut's log, get ready to learn, build and create as you race into place!
$36.95
Great for sleepovers, gaming, reading, camping, hiding from parents and more!
Ultra soft fleece! Perfect size to take anywhere.
Size: 50x60"/152x127cm
$12.95
Bring the brilliance of the celestial sky into your own room with the 8 glowing planets in our solar system! These planets out-glow all others thanks to our proprietary Glominite formula. Simply apply the reusable adhesive putty to attach planets to your ceiling. Then turn out the lights and marvel at the solar system that you've created!
$24.95
Grab your passport, fasten your seatbelt and go on the educational trip of a lifetime!
This great fun board game supports Key Stage 1 and 2 teaching and is designed to help and improve children's knowledge of mathematics.
As well as being entertaining and educational, this game is responsibly made with sustainable and recyclable materials.
Travel round the board answering multiple choice questions on everything from addition, subtraction, division and multiplication to shapes, fractions and time!
Try to avoid the spaces that tell you to miss a go, move backwards or do a forfeit!
The more you play Go Genius Maths, the more you learn!
Win the points required to earn a genius stamp in your passport. Them move on to another Go Genius title and fill up your passport with genius stamps.
Contents:
Age 7+ years
$24.95
Go on a 3-step educational journey with this geography-themed memory game that supports Key Stage 1 and 3 teaching.
Anyone who gets five out of five questions correct is a genius and gets to put a genius stamp (provided) in their passport (also provided, for you to personalise).
Them move on to another Go Genius title and fill up your passport with genius stamps.
Contents: