The day centres around an exploration of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park during a walk through the bush. During the bush walk, the students will engage in a variety of engaging, hands-on learning activities to observe, describe and recreate the features of living things.
What plants and animals live in the local bushland?
What are the features of these plants and animals?
What do they need to survive in their environment?
What can we do to help local living things to survive?
Students will investigate the features of the plants and animals in the local bushland through a variety of hands-on and sensory learning experiences which includes using plant ID charts and magnifiers. Students will learn about Aboriginal Peoples use of plants and animals to understand the importance of country for Aboriginal Peoples. Students will listen to a story and participate in a magic spot activity to facilitate a sense of wonder of the natural world, helping students to feel.
Students will work in groups to conduct an invertebrate survey in a bush habitat. Together the class will negotiate a code for caring for ethical and safe handling methods. They will also collect a tally of the total number of that species found in their area. Students will use ID charts and keys to correctly identify the invertebrate species.
Students will use some of the natural materials around them to recreate their invertebrate. Through this process, the students will be able to describe some of the external features of invertebrates.
This program is offered at the following locations. Click on an image to find out more.
NOTE: Variations to timetable based on specific location, group size and weather
Time | Classes A, B | Classes C, D |
10.00am | Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Overview of the day | |
10.10am | Morning Tea | |
10.30am | Invertebrate Survey | Bush walk |
11.30am | Bush walk |
Invertebrate Survey |
1.00pm | Lunch | |
1.30pm | Create a Bug | |
2.00pm | Conclusion and depart |
Excursion locations | |
Bus access map | Map for access to venue will be sent with the confirmation Please ensure you print a copy and provide to the bus driver on the morning of the excursion. |
Cost | 2023 DoE $15 per student - GST free 2023 Non-gov school cost $25 per student - GST free, minimum charge $575 per class. NOTE: National Parks entry is $1.10 per student in addition |
Class numbers and size | Up to 4 classes Max. 30 students per class |
Risk Assessments | |
Social Stories | |
Supporting Resources |
Student activities |
What to bring | Backpack, medication, low-waste food, water bottle, sunblock, raincoat, hat, sturdy shoes, mask. Students wear sports uniform. |
Adverse weather |
On days where the weather is unsuitable (see risk assessment), 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 excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking. |
A student:
> observes, questions and collects data to communicate and compare ideas ST1-1WS-S
> describes observable features of living things and their environments ST1-4LW-S
> identifies how plants and animals are used for food and fibre products ST1-5LW-T
Working Scientifically
Students:
External features of living things
Students:
Living things live in different places
Students:
Plants and animals used for food and fibre
Students:
Science and Technology K-6 Syllabus © NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for and on behalf of the Crown in right of the State of New South Wales, 2017
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