EXPLORING “Our Earth”

Learning Team 31 May 2024

Understanding ‘our place in this world’ is a lifelong journey for most. But so many of the most important lessons are learned early in our lives, at home. 

To help facilitate the important conversations to have with children about our earth, MoPA’s educators have developed a brand new series called “OUR EARTH” with a range of in-museum activities happening this winter:

ART & CRAFT
What better way to create impactful conversations than provide opportunities to make things to take home? You simply MUST check out our new “Happy Earth” slider-art activity!

LITERATURE
We’ve curated some of the most wonderful new children’s books that will make your heart sing. Learn about the land, the sea, the sky, our bodies, our planet and our place in it…

MINDFULNESS
We’ll introduce some basic (and very very cute) concepts of mindfulness, taking some time to pause and reflect on the miracles of mother nature. You do NOT want to miss “Mindfulness YOGA”!

All “Our Earth” activities will run all day, every day, here at MoPA.

But ALSO, as a reminder of how easy it can be to make a difference, we’ve put together…

A BIG LIST OF SMALL THINGS (THAT ALL MAKE A DIFFERENCE) 

  1. Ride your bike or scooter
  2. Plant some veggies
  3. Buy second hand or swap with friends
  4. Cook at home
  5. Eat more vegetables and less meat
  6. Organise a community clean up
  7. Save water
  8. Buy less packaged products
  9. Recycle
  10. Turn off the lights
  11. Use a blanket instead of the heater
  12. Clean with natural products
  13. But the imperfect produce
  14. Mend it instead of replacing it
  15. Air dry your washed clothes
  16. Compost organic waste
  17. Refill water bottles
  18. Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth
  19. Carpool
  20. Eat leftovers instead of throwing them out
  21. Use energy efficient lights
  22. Use both sides of the paper
  23. Plant a tree
  24. Eat seasonal produce
  25. Recycle batteries and buy rechargeable
  26. Walk more
  27. Make a bird feeder
  28. Plant flowers for the bees
  29. Buy less plastic toys
  30. Up-cycle for craft projects
  31. Donate old clothes and toys
  32. Visit the library instead of buying a book
  33. Plant native plants
  34. Organise a toy trade with friends
  35. Use reusable bags
  36. Keep your cat indoors
  37. Clean up your favourite park
  38. Have a quick shower
  39. Use cold water to wash clothes and dishes
  40. Water your plants in the morning
  41. Use a reusable coffee cup
  42. Only run the dishwasher when full
  43. Install slow-flow shower heads
  44. Use reusable straws
  45. Use Beeswax wrap
  46. Avoid aerosol cans
  47. Use fans instead of aircon
  48. Turn off unnecessary electronics
  49. Pack lunches in reusable containers
  50. Be kind to creatures
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Right NOW is always the right time to put our adult worries away (even if it’s just for a mo!) in order to PLAY - CREATE - DANCE - LAUGH - DISCUSS - HUG - EXPLORE - with the kids. ❤️

🔔CUTE ALERT🔔 Nothing (NOTHING) beats a lil’ vox pop from the mouths of babes. Thanks kiddos!! Quick reminder that TERM 2 Afternoon Art Classes (4 til 5.30pm) are starting in 10 days time - and there’s still room to join a class at any of our Museums. xx

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🔔CUTE ALERT🔔 Nothing (NOTHING) beats a lil’ vox pop from the mouths of babes. Thanks kiddos!! Quick reminder that TERM 2 Afternoon Art Classes (4 til 5.30pm) are starting in 10 days time - and there’s still room to join a class at any of our Museums. xx

Screenshot the winning frame to INSTANTLY WIN a $10 Discount Code!🦄

ONE of the frames in the video above is a winning frame (you’ll know it when you see it). Every individual that takes a screengrab of that one winning frame (before the competition ends at 5pm on Thursday 17th April) will WIN a $10 off voucher to claim against a MoPA visit over the next 4 weeks.

To claim your $10 off voucher, all you need to do is post your winning screenshot to an Instagram story and tag us in - then send us an email (win@museumofplayandart.com.au) with a link to your insta profile, and when we’ve confirmed that your insta-story includes a unique screenshot we’ll then email you back your $10 off discount code.

To make sure everyone has a fair go at winning, we do just have four simple rules to follow please 🌈 ❤️

1. FULL SCREEN SHOTS ONLY: Only stories showing a full screen-shot (showing right to the edge of your screen) can be accepted
2. SHARING NOT PERMITTED: Obvs we can only provide 1 x $10 voucher for each winning screen shot submitted (all dupes disqualified)
3. PLEASE BE PATIENT: Please allow a full 24-hours for our team to validate your entry email and email you back with your prize!
4. DEADLINES: Cutoff for entering the competition by posting your screenshot in an insta story is 5pm on Thursday 17th and cutoff for emailing us to claim your prize is 5pm on Friday 18th

GOOD LUCK!! x MoPA

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Screenshot the winning frame to INSTANTLY WIN a $10 Discount Code!🦄 ONE of the frames in the video above is a winning frame (you’ll know it when you see it). Every individual that takes a screengrab of that one winning frame (before the competition ends at 5pm on Thursday 17th April) will WIN a $10 off voucher to claim against a MoPA visit over the next 4 weeks. To claim your $10 off voucher, all you need to do is post your winning screenshot to an Instagram story and tag us in - then send us an email (win@museumofplayandart.com.au) with a link to your insta profile, and when we’ve confirmed that your insta-story includes a unique screenshot we’ll then email you back your $10 off discount code. To make sure everyone has a fair go at winning, we do just have four simple rules to follow please 🌈 ❤️ 1. FULL SCREEN SHOTS ONLY: Only stories showing a full screen-shot (showing right to the edge of your screen) can be accepted 2. SHARING NOT PERMITTED: Obvs we can only provide 1 x $10 voucher for each winning screen shot submitted (all dupes disqualified) 3. PLEASE BE PATIENT: Please allow a full 24-hours for our team to validate your entry email and email you back with your prize! 4. DEADLINES: Cutoff for entering the competition by posting your screenshot in an insta story is 5pm on Thursday 17th and cutoff for emailing us to claim your prize is 5pm on Friday 18th GOOD LUCK!! x MoPA

ART CLASSES @ MoPA: Term 2 Starts Soon!! Bookings Now Available across Thomastown, Sandringham and Geelong!!

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ART CLASSES @ MoPA: Term 2 Starts Soon!! Bookings Now Available across Thomastown, Sandringham and Geelong!!

MoPA is open ALL day, EVERY day, for the entire holiday season (including Easter Sunday!) And just in case there was any doubt at all that Easter was going to be anything but a HOOT this year… We thought we’d share some of the fun we’ve had this week already 👯✂️❤️

All the festivities and extra activations are running all week - right up until Easter Sunday.

Yahhoooo.
Yeowww.
Yipppeee.

Ok… Time to lie down.

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MoPA is open ALL day, EVERY day, for the entire holiday season (including Easter Sunday!) And just in case there was any doubt at all that Easter was going to be anything but a HOOT this year… We thought we’d share some of the fun we’ve had this week already 👯✂️❤️ All the festivities and extra activations are running all week - right up until Easter Sunday. Yahhoooo. Yeowww. Yipppeee. Ok… Time to lie down.

HIP HOP INTO EASTER AT MoPA! From Mon 7th to Mon 21st, expect tweetworthy storytelling, the cutest hip-hopping dance parties, and of course NEW EASTER CRAFT. Errrrrday, all day, baby!!

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HIP HOP INTO EASTER AT MoPA! From Mon 7th to Mon 21st, expect tweetworthy storytelling, the cutest hip-hopping dance parties, and of course NEW EASTER CRAFT. Errrrrday, all day, baby!!

Lurrrrve team training!! ❤️ Last night our superest-superstars led the sessions, focusing on all the small things we can do to help families enjoy the greatest potential for learning outcomes. And yeah… OK… We do always find some room to play 😛🎨🕺

PS - We are HIRING!!! Our latest new role is CHEF @ MOPA NUNAWADING. But there’s also a dozen other vacant roles across the Museums and our Cafes. Check the website for deets. And remember — there’s a $250 gift voucher available to anyone who refers a mate that is successful in their application. Simply tag them below 👇 xx MoPA

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Lurrrrve team training!! ❤️ Last night our superest-superstars led the sessions, focusing on all the small things we can do to help families enjoy the greatest potential for learning outcomes. And yeah… OK… We do always find some room to play 😛🎨🕺 PS - We are HIRING!!! Our latest new role is CHEF @ MOPA NUNAWADING. But there’s also a dozen other vacant roles across the Museums and our Cafes. Check the website for deets. And remember — there’s a $250 gift voucher available to anyone who refers a mate that is successful in their application. Simply tag them below 👇 xx MoPA

🎫 TERM 2 - ON SALE NOW!! 🎫

Term 1 classes filled up in just a few days - and all our students are re-enrolling, so we’ve decided to DOUBLE the intake spaces for Term 2!! 🥳

All the group sizes are small, the activities are wickedly fun, and the educators are the most talented, engaging, creative teachers ever. This gorgeous little video is just a sneak peak of the action you’ll miss if you don’t enrol in MoPA’s Term 2 ART CLASS ❤️

Heaps of deets on our website - Or call us any time on 1800 00 MOPA (6672).

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🎫 TERM 2 - ON SALE NOW!! 🎫 Term 1 classes filled up in just a few days - and all our students are re-enrolling, so we’ve decided to DOUBLE the intake spaces for Term 2!! 🥳 All the group sizes are small, the activities are wickedly fun, and the educators are the most talented, engaging, creative teachers ever. This gorgeous little video is just a sneak peak of the action you’ll miss if you don’t enrol in MoPA’s Term 2 ART CLASS ❤️ Heaps of deets on our website - Or call us any time on 1800 00 MOPA (6672).

After a lil’ pause for Harmony Week celebrations, our regular programming (“THE ART OF NATURE”) is back.

Here’s a sneak peak at just some of the beautiful creations - we LOVE the inspiration nature provides for wonderful creativity!! Just gorgeous. xx

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After a lil’ pause for Harmony Week celebrations, our regular programming (“THE ART OF NATURE”) is back. Here’s a sneak peak at just some of the beautiful creations - we LOVE the inspiration nature provides for wonderful creativity!! Just gorgeous. xx