Friend or foe?

Friend or foe?

Lesson 10 of 16 in this unit

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Lesson summary

In this activity students role-play animals of the ocean and are asked to think about how these creatures interact with each other, and how these interactions are important to the life and health of the ocean.

Learning intentions:

Students will...

  • understand that marine animals interact with other animals and with the reef
  • recognise that marine creatures play an important role in keeping our oceans healthy.

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Australian Curriculum content descriptions:

Year 1 Science:

  • Living things live in different places where their needs are met (ACSSU211)
  • Use a range of methods to sort information, including drawings and provided tables (ACSIS027)

Year 2 Science:

  • Use a range of methods to sort information, including drawings and provided tables (ACSIS040)
  • Living things grow, change and have offspring similar to themselves (ACSSU030)

Syllabus Outcomes: ST1-4WS, ST1-10LW, ST1-11LW.

General capabilities: Critical and creative thinking.

Time required: 30 min.

Level of teacher scaffolding: High – facilitate activity.

Resources required

  • Open space
  • White or blackboard
  • Art materials

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