Lesson 1
Great documentaries
Learning intention
We are learning to describe what a great nature documentary is.
Success criteria
We can identify the elements of a high quality nature documentary.
Activity 1 - What makes a great nature documentary
A nature documentary is a style of documentary that focuses on animals, plants, habitats, ecosystems and environments.
There are many elements needed to produce a great nature documentary.
Most importantly, a high quality nature documentary should include:
- factual information
- quality sound
- visuals that match the spoken information
- videos that use a range of camera techniques.
Tasks
- Download and view the nature documentary checklist to identify the elements of a high quality nature documentary.
- View the Water habitats video.
- View the video a second time and use the nature documentary checklist to check off the elements used.
- Review the checklist and determine whether the documentary has the elements of a high quality documentary.
- Provide feedback on the documentary in the form of two stars and a wish.
Water habitats | Field of Mars EEC (1:17min) | YouTube
Video transcript
Welcome to the Field of Mars Reserve located on Wullumedegal Country in East Ryde.
Today we are going to explore some the water habitats that make up this amazing ecosystem.
Creeks provide food, water and shelter to a range of species including ducks and turtles.
Natural and built points are perfect habitat for amphibians like frogs.
Water sustains life. Even a bird bath found in the reserve provides water to lots of bush birds.
Next time you are in the bush slow down and take your time to look at some of the incredible water habitats. You might be surprised at what you find.
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