Local Habitat Detail Exploration
Submitted By:
Googol Learning Eco Club
Category:
field trip
Skill Areas:
Ecosystems, food chains, habitats
Equipment Required:
None (optional: field guide, magnifying glass, camera, binoculars, nature journal, paper and pencil)
Educational Objectives:
Appreciation of nature, understand natural habitats, understanding that behaviour and actions affect the environment, discussing ways to take an active role in preserving resources
Summary:
Exploration of a local habitat.
Description:
Visit any local habitat such as a stream, pond, lake or even explore under a rock or inside an old log. Spend time noticing close-up the insects, plants and small creatures. Try to be quiet and listen to the sounds around. Discuss, take pictures, journal and appreciate. Talk about the food chains present and what other animals live in the area that you don't see.
