Life of plants

Life of plants

Science and Technology

A science investigation into seed dispersal by wind.
Looking for the features of plants out in the bush.

About this program

This program involves students on a photographic treasure hunt to find different stages of a plant’s life cycle. Can they find flowers, seed cases, and baby plants? Following a procedural text, students set up a system to grow their own alfalfa sprouts using simple materials and seeds. Students set up a fair test to investigate the benefits of some seeds having wings. How far will your “seed” fly in the wind?

Activities

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Important information

Syllabus outcomes and content
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Location
Thalgarrah EEC
Sample activities schedule
10.00 am Activity 1
12.00 pm Lunch
1.00 pm Activity 1
3.00 pm Program ends
Teacher information
What to bring

Students

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor learning
  • Hat
  • Covered walking shoes
  • Own recess and lunch ('nude food'/plastic free food is encouraged)
  • Water bottle

Teachers

  • Own recess and lunch. Visiting adults are welcome to use the refrigerator and microwave. Tea and coffee is provided.
  • Water bottle
  • Special medical/learning requirements for individual students
Extreme or wet weather

Program may be modified, postponed or cancelled due to predicted extreme temperatures, bush fire danger, heavy rainfall, high winds or dust storms.

Check the weather forecast for the Armidale area.
Medical notifications Notify us by completing and returning the student welfare form at least one week before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.

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