Primary School Incursions
Align with The Victorian Curriculum Foundation to Level 6, specifically in Biological sciences and Science as a human endeavour
Connect students to nature and their community
Include positive messages and empower students
Are structured to be fun and interactive
Choose from three different 45 minute presentations that are modified to be year level appropriate. We can also tailor presentations to cover specific needs and issues or areas of interest.
1. Living with Wildlife and the Biodiversity in our Backyards
Local statistics, case studies of rescued and rehabilitated wildlife, and an interactive challenge are included in this empowering presentation. The concept of ‘act local, think global’ is explored using real life examples and the experiences of local wildlife and their carers.
At the completion of this incursion students will:
Be amazed by the number of unique and fascinating native animals living in our neighbourhood and recognise the difference between native and introduced species
Understand some of the impacts living in an urbanised environment has on wildlife
Be empowered with six practical ways they can directly assist wildlife and biodiversity.
2. Habitat Challenges for Local Wildlife
The focus is on habitat and the many unique and amazing species of wildlife sharing our urbanised environment.
Students will be inspired by the challenges faced, and overcome, by wildlife in our backyards and suburbia. They will be amazed by how wildlife adapt, some even thrive.
We also explore;
what happens when habitats change through natural events
the effects of human activities
how we can make simple changes that will make a big difference to wildlife.
Local statistics and case studies of rescued wildlife, video footage, and fun activities are incorporated in this presentation to engage and captivate students.
3. Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation
Students will delve into the secret lives of select local wildlife species and discover how each is unique and why their misadventures sometime require rescue and rehabilitation.
Wildlife rescuers must take a number of factors into account when executing a rescue. Students will help plan and perform a mock rescue taking into consideration the wildlife’s physical build, how they move and the equipment required that will suit each species.
They will also discover, through a PowerPoint presentation, that rehabilitation and release of wildlife includes consideration of:
Age and stage of development
Food they eat and how they acquire it
Whether or not they are nocturnal
Special requirements for each species
The session includes numerous photos, video footage and real rescue stories to keep the students engaged.