The main learning outcome of this inquiry based, hands on and discovery incursion was for students to build an understanding of what a habitat is and what Australian animals need to survive and thrive in their habitat. This incursion also includes an exploration of some the unique physicality's of Australia's amazing animals and how people can help conserve their habitats.
Resources for this incursion includes live footage of Australian animals using nest boxes, discovery boxes about Australian animals, habitat slideshows on the types of habitats found in Australia, post trip habitat assessment exercise plus more!
The main curriculum links covered during the can be found below
Foundation
Living things have basic needs, including food and water (ACSSU002)
Share observations and ideas (ACSIS012)
Respond to questions about familiar objects and events (ACSIS014)
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Year 1
Living things live in different places where their needs are met (ACSSU211)
Living things have a variety of external features (ACSSU017)
People use science in their daily lives, including when caring for their environment and living things (ACSHE022)
Participate in different types of guided investigations to explore and answer questions, such as manipulating materials, testing ideas, and accessing information sources (ACSIS025)
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Year 2
Living things grow, change and have offspring similar to themselves (ACSSU030)
Through discussion, compare observations with predictions (ACSIS214)
People use science in their daily lives, including when caring for their environment and living things (ACSHE035)
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