Rainforest Adventure

Early and First Level - In-person Workshop

Class Level: P3 – P4

Duration: 50 minutes

Join us on a journey to the rainforest! Pupils will consider how animals are adapted to their forest home by investigating the different levels of the rainforest and test their eyes trying to spot camouflaged bugs. They will consider challenges faced by the rainforest environment and endangered animals, and explore fascinating preserved specimens of tropical creepy-crawlies!

CURRICULUM FOR EXCELLENCE

SCIENCES

SCIENCES

  • I can distinguish between living and non living things. I can sort living things into groups and explain my decisions. SCN 1-01a
  • By exploring climate zones around the world, I can compare and describe how climate affects living things. SOC 1-12b
  • By exploring a natural environment different from my own, I can discover how the physical features influence the variety of living things. SOC 1-13b

TECHNOLOGIES

TECHNOLOGIES

  • I can explore and experiment with digital technologies and can use what I learn to support and enhance my learning in different contexts. TCH 1-01a

LITERACY

LITERACY

  • When I engage with others, I know when and how to listen, when to talk, how much to say, when to ask questions and how to respond with respect. LIT 1-02a
  • As I listen or watch, I can identify and discuss the purpose, key words and main ideas of the text, and use this information for a specific purpose. LIT 1-04a
  • I can show my understanding of what I listen to or watch by responding to and asking different kinds of questions. LIT 1-07a