Ranger for a day | Primary HSIE student learning resource
Resource overview
Ranger for a day is a Stage 1 HSIE learning resource from Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre where students explore animal habitats and how people can care for local environments. Across five hands-on activities with videos and downloadable resources, students investigate different habitats, assess habitat health and design improvements to support wildlife; it can be used in-class or as preparation for the Ranger for a day excursion.
Learning intention
- We are learning to identify where animals live in their natural environment and explore ways to improve their habitats.
Lesson 1 - Animal habitats
Students learn what a habitat is, watch videos of different environments, explore a garden or schoolyard for small animals, and practise identifying natural homes for wildlife.
Lesson 2 - Improving habitats
Students evaluate a garden or local green space using a habitat score card and design improvements to make a healthier habitat for native animals.
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