
ENRICHING LOCAL CURRICULUM
HAWKE'S BAY SCHOOLS
CHOOSE YOUR WORKSHOPS
Pick and Mix
Laser Cutting
Years: 3–8 | Time: 30 mins
Activity:
Design and create an artifact of your choice — no software needed! Hand-drawn designs are perfect.
(We bring the laser cutter and materials to you.)
Simple Circuits
Years: 3–8 | Time: 30-60 mins
Activity:
Learn the basics of simple circuits using batteries and LEDs.
Use paper or playdough to recreate your favorite star or constellation.
Interactive Map
Years: 5–8 | Time: Negotiable
Activity:
Create a poster, paper mâché map, or 3D model of a significant place.
Bring it to life by adding text, images, and recorded audio to tell its story.
Mythical Character Builder
Years: 7–8 | Time: 60 mins
Activity:
Work in pairs to build a moving Avatar using resistors, LEDs, and motors.
This structured challenge focuses on teamwork and problem-solving.
Minecraft for Beginners (Teacher Focus)
Years: 6–8 | Time: Up to 60 mins
Activity:
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Help setting up Minecraft on your devices.
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Learn how to use Classroom Mode controls.
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Get handy tips and tricks for starting out.
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Introduction session for your students..
Minecraft
“Geo Quest” World
Years: 6–8 | Time: Negotiable
Activity:
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Students retell their story in your very own Minecraft “Geo Quest” World of Hawke’s Bay.
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Build historical trails.
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Embed links to fact-files, YouTube clips, websites, quizzes, and more.
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Design build challenges.
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Share your world with the community to explore your story!

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