Program overview
This hands-on Stage 1 program takes students on a bush adventure to explore how living things change over time. Students will conduct a bug hunt, sort and investigate the life cycle of a Stag beetle, and discover the bone of an ancient creature. They will also listen to a dreaming story about Sky Country and create journey sticks while learning about seasonal changes and which plants and animals are present throughout the year.
Science and Technology K-6 Syllabus (2024)
Investigations of changes provide knowledge and understanding
Outcomes
- ST1-SCI-01 measures and describes changes in living things, materials, movement, Earth and the sky
- ST1-PQU-01 poses questions based on observations and information to investigate cause and effect
- ST1-DAT-01 collects, represents and uses data to identify patterns and relationships
Content
Living things change over time
- Recognise that data can be collected through observation, testing and research, and that it can be represented as descriptions, diagrams, graphs, images and tables
- Collect data about the variety of living things in a local habitat, group them and justify the groupings
- Describe the changes in an animal as it goes through its life cycle using data and scientific models
- Examine the evidence for extinct animals
Planet Earth is our home
- Investigate how seasonal patterns influence the behaviour and appearance of living things
- Describe the ways in which Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples use seasonal indicators
The sky is our window to the Universe
- Describe Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ connections to Sky Country
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Giant bug hunt and sort Students go hunting for large hidden bugs in the bush and learn how to group their bugs based on their different features. |
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Life cycle of a stag beetle Students watch a video of the life cycle of a stag beetle and then place its cycle in order using plastic bugs. They then label the parts of a stag beetle. |
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Muruduwin The Blue Wren Students learn the dreaming story of how the Blue Wren (Muruduwin) got his colours and create and use ochre to paint themselves like the little Blue Wren. |
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Megafauna mystery Students hear an ancient tale and go in search of an old bone. What will they discover about megafauna of long ago? |
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Journey sticks Students learn about the plants and animals that are in season around the site. They record their findings using journey sticks. |
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Sample of a 1 group program For multiple groups/classes, the same activities are run on an alternating schedule |
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| 9:45 |
Welcome to Brewongle Safety briefing |
| 10:00 | RECESS |
| 10:30 | Giant bug hunt & sort |
| 11:00 | Journey sticks |
| 11:30 | Megafauna mystery |
| 12:00 | LUNCH |
| 12:30 | Muruduwin the Blue Wren |
| 1:00 | Life cycle of a Stag Beetle |
| 1:30 | Reflection of activities / Wrap up / Toilets |
| 2:00 | Farewell |
| Location | Brewongle Environmental Education Centre, Sackville North |
| Transport |
Buses are booked by the visiting school. A map to the bus parking will be sent with the schools confirmation email. Please ensure you print the map and give to the bus driver the morning of the excursion. |
| Program costs | Program costs |
| Student numbers |
Maximum student numbers are 30 students per class - up to 5 classes per day No minimum student numbers (instead possible minimum costs) |
| Supporting teachers and staff | Minimum requirement is one teacher per attending class |
| Program start and finish times |
Brewongle arrival time is 9:45 am - departure time is 2 pm * discuss prior to your visit if you require alternate times |
| Medical and welfare notifications |
Using the Brewongle medical and welfare form (sent with the confirmation email), inform Brewongle staff of any medical conditions or special requirements prior to the visit This program can be adapted for teachers and students with specific mobility requirements |
| Adverse weather |
Visit our visitor information page to view our weather trigger points for program changes On days where the weather is unsuitable, a Brewongle staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangements |
| Booking and cancellation policy requirements |
Brewongle booking and cancellation policy Student attendance numbers confirmed 7 days prior to visit Cancellation fees may apply |
| Inclusive learning support | Visit our inclusive education website for further excursion support materials |
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Brewongle EEC provides inclusive learning support through accessible, hands-on, and differentiated programs that cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring all learners can engage meaningfully with curriculum-based experiences in nature.