Students explore the life of a Centennial Parklands animal, investigating how it grows and interacts with other plants and animals, as well as what its habitat needs are for survival.
Stage 1 Science
Habitat Explorers investigate a variety of habitats within Centennial Parklands that provide food and shelter for different species. Students will investigate the relationship between living things and how humans can affect the environment.
Habitat Explorer activities:
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Minibeast hunt/dipnetting or bird walk (seasonal)
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Habitat building using natural materials
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Animal games and spotters walk.
Curriculum links and syllabus outcomes:
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ST1-1WS-S observes, questions and collects data to communicate and compare ideas
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ST1-2DP-T uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity
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ST1-4LW-S describes observable features of living things and their environments
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Education Access Pass Program covers all program and transport costs for schools with an FOEI higher than 125 and community organisations that work with groups in need.
Please
contact us directly with the name of the program and your group size and we can help you organise a free program.
This programs is funded through the
Legacy Fund of the Centennial Parklands Foundation.