Lesson Seven - Excursion
Materials needed:
- Digital Camera (one per group if possible)
- Pens/pencils
- Notebook or notepaper
- Clipboards (1 per student)
- Worksheet
The Plan:
For the excursion students will work in their groups from previous activities. In their groups students should be take photos through out the excursion, a worksheet to guide them through photo taking can be found on the Student Resources page:
The purpose of the excursion is for the students to see a variety of plants in a natural environment. Students should be able to identify various plant adaptations, and relationships between plants and animals. The should also be able to identify with human impact on the plants. The programs run at each location should assist students in their learning.
As students make their way though natural environments, they should be encouraged to share anything interesting they see, whether they understand it or not. Students should be encouraged to discuss their surroundings in groups and as a class, and note down anything they wish to find out more information on. This will give students something to research, and add to their final presentation.
We have two recommended excursions. However, if you are unable to do either of these options, any excursion of a similar nature is acceptable.
Kings Park and Botanical Gardens Kings Park and Botanical Gardens have a wide variety of programs to suit various age groups and learning area's. For this activity however we recommend the following program: After exploring Bizarre Botanicals take a one of Kings Park's famous bushwalks. You may have a guided tour ($4 per person) or just guide yourself! for more information: and For information on other educational programs available, follow this link:
Duration: 3-5hrs Cost Per Student: $6-$10
Canning River Eco Education Centre
The Canning River Eco Education Centre (CREEC) caters for all ages and has a variety of activities to choose from. For this activity however we recommend the Wild About Plants program that CREEC offers. This can be found under Middle Childhood/Early Adolesence section. we also recommend looking at the excursion management plan: CREEC Excursion Management Plan Then take a walk down the kent street weir see where it takes you and look at all the wonderful plants, trees, and wildlife! Just ask CREEC for directions. Once walking across the bridge you will find yourself at Canning River Regional Park, there you can find lots of different walk trails for more information contact them on: 9405 1222
Duration: 3-5hrs Cost Per Student: $6
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