Science Hazmat Heroes

There's been a chemical spill and we need your help!

In this two-part, virtual & in-person program, your students will be members of a Dangerous Goods Emergency Response Team investigating a chemical spill accident.

In the pre-recorded virtual session, students will learn about hazardous material symbols, dangerous material transportation and handling, and a bit of background on matter and chemistry.

During the in-person session, students will observe and test several “hazardous” substances to identify the mystery truck spill chemical thereby assisting the Emergency Response Team safely handle the clean-up.

• One pre-recorded virtual session to train your students as emergency responders
• One in-person session at TELUS World of Science - Edmonton, where students complete a variety of lab tests to solve a chemical mystery

Please note that our flexible program length (45-60 minutes) allows our sessions to be guided by student capacity and curiosity.

Pairs well with IMAX film Backyard Wilderness

Best Curriculum Fit

Grade 4

Matter: Students investigate the management of waste and dangerous materials and describe environmental impacts.

Scientific Method: Students investigate evidence and reflect on its role in science.

Grade 5

Scientific Method: Students investigate how evidence is gathered and explain the importance of ethics in science.

Grade 6

Scientific Method: Students investigate and describe the role of explanation in science.