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PRIMARY EXCURSIONS Early Stage 1
Stage 1
Alexander’s Outing
A Special Place
Get Growing
MAe-1WM, ENe-1A, MAe-2WM, MAe9MG, MAe-11MG, MAe-15MG, ENe-4A
GEe-1, GEe-2
ST1-4LW-S, ST1-1WS-S
Students explore the features of the Garden to discover why it is special and learn how to take care of it. They will embark on a discovery walk, complete an interactive mapping activity, and engage in learning new skills through nature play.
What makes a plant a plant? How do they grow and change, and what do they need to thrive? Students discover this and more as they explore the beautiful Botanic Garden, plant their own seed to take home, and meet a garden expert.
Aboriginal Family Heritage
Invertebrate Safari
HTe-1, HTe-2, Ste-3LW-ST, Ste-4MW-ST
ST1-4LW-S, ST1-1WS-S
Step back in time and explore the similarities and differences between families today and Aboriginal family heritage. Students will discuss their own families and compare this to the experiences and structures of Aboriginal families both past and present through food, shelter and everyday household objects.
Invertebrates are everywhere! Students will explore different habitats in the Botanic Garden to find these amazing creatures, observe their external features and discover how they change as they grow. Plus, they’ll get hands-on by modelling their own invertebrate with natural materials to take home.
Based on Pamela Allen’s book ‘Alexander’s Outing’, children trace Alexander’s journey through the Garden and solve mathematical problems along the way.
Look Out for Living Things STe-3LW-ST, Ste-2DP-DT, STe-1WS-S Explore the amazing world of plant and animal habitats in the Garden and discover the characteristics and needs of living things. This lesson offers students hands-on learning experiences and an opportunity to be a scientist — observing animal tracks and traces, making habitats, and developing critical thinking through interactive story-telling.
Book your education excursion today. botanicgardens.org.au/learn programs.info@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au
