The sciPAD BIG IDEAS Year 8 workbook is a carefully designed resource aligned with the Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 and VCE 2.0. It extends foundational concepts from Year 7 and supports students as they engage with increasingly complex scientific ideas across biology, chemistry, physics, and Earth and space science.
Students examine cell structure and function, investigate how organ systems sustain life, and analyse tectonic processes that shape Earth’s surface. They develop their understanding of energy types and transformations, and explore the atomic nature of matter, including physical and chemical change. Contextual learning and real world applications strengthen conceptual understanding and relevance.
Features include:
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Full alignment with Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 & VCE 2.0
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Structured progression from Year 7 foundations
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Integrated coverage of biological, chemical, physical, and Earth and space sciences
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Practical investigations and inquiry based learning activities
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Explicit focus on cells, body systems, tectonics, energy, and atomic theory
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Real world contexts to strengthen application of knowledge
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Integration of First Nations Australians’ perspectives and contributions
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Scaffolded tasks to develop experimental design and fair testing
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Activities that build data analysis and scientific communication skills
Purchase of this book gives FREE access to sciPAD online providing unique and innovative digital resources to complement the printed workbook.
