Frog adaptations
Science & Technology
Program
Frog adaptations takes Stage 3 students on a journey into the fascinating world of frogs.
Students will learn all about frogs during this full day, interactive, highly enjoyable incursion. From meeting live frogs to learning about frogs through game play, your students will become frog experts by the days end.
Special Note
This program depends on the availability of staff from the Frog and Tadpole Society (FATS). Please provide a selection of dates when booking.
Learning intentions
Students are learning about:
- the features of frogs and how these features help them to survive in their environment
- how different animals, including frogs, have different adaptations
- how frogs and their habitat can be protected
Key information
Learning activities
Session 1: Frog workshop
Meet a variety of different frogs and explore various adaptations of frogs, compare frogs to toads and learn all about tadpoles. Facilitated by a leading frog expert from the Frog and Tadpole Study group (FATS), you will become an expert on our local frogs by the end of this session.
Session 2: Frog adaptations games
Through interactive games, students will explore the different adaptations frogs have evolved. This fun, active session helps students grasp how different animals, including frogs, rely on adaptations to survive and thrive in their environment.
Session 3: Tracks and scats
Students become nature detectives, learning how to identify animals by the clues they leave behind. By examining tracks and scat samples, they’ll discover which creatures live in an area with the frogs, what they eat, and what animal may be causing frog numnbers to decline.
This activity sharpens observation skills and reveals how scientists study elusive wildlife without ever seeing the animals themselves.
Suggested timetable
| Time | Class A | Class B | Class C |
| 9.30am | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
| 10.30am | Break 1 | ||
| 11.00am | Session 3 | Session 1 | Session 2 |
| 12.00pm | Break 2 | ||
| 12.30pm | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 1 |
| 1.30pm | Finish | ||
*NOTE: Gibberagong staff can work within established school times on the day. Please contact the Centre to discuss.
Syllabus outcomes
Science and Technology K-6 Syllabus (2024)
Outcomes
- ST3-SCI-01 Uses evidence to explain how scientific knowledge can be used to develop sustainable practices
- ST3-DAT-01 Interprets data to support explanations and arguments
- ST3-CWT-01 Creates written texts to communicate understanding of scientific and technological concepts and processes
Content
Living things may change over millions of years, in response to their environments
- Observe behavioural and structural adaptations of plants and animals, and suggest how these may help them survive in their environments
Creating written explanations of concepts and processes supports understanding of Science and Technology
- Use compound and complex sentences and labelled diagrams to create a text that explains a process, concept or investigation
Cost and details
| Location | Your school |
| Cost |
2026 DoE $15 per student - GST free 2026 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $750 per class. |
| Risk Assessments | A complete risk assessment will be sent upon confirmation. |
| Preparation |
Please provide the following school areas:
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| Adverse weather | On days where the weather may be unsuitable, a Gibberagong staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangments. |
| Medical notifications | Notify Gibberagong EEC by completing and returning the medical form before the incursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking. |