Lesson summary
This activity is designed for foundation year students to become familiar with their school ground using 10 structured activities. They will explore different aspects of their school ground that encompass many concepts they are developing. Teachers will find that some of their students’ school ground issues may crop up while outdoors which can then be addressed.
Learning Goals:
- The environment can be explored and described.
- A range of senses can be used to explore the environment.
- Students need to look after their school ground.
Lesson guides and printables
Lesson details
Curriculum mapping
Australian Curriculum content descriptions:
Foundation Science:
- Living things have basic needs, including food and water (ACSSU002)
- Daily and seasonal changes in our environment, including the weather, affect everyday life (ACSSU004)
- Science involves exploring and observing the world using the senses (ACSHE013)
- Explore and make observations by using the senses (ACSIS011)
- Share observations and ideas (ACSIS012)
Syllabus outcomes: STe-4WS, STe-8NE, STe-7NE.
Time required:Â Duration of activity at teachers discretion.
Level of teacher scaffolding: High – lead students in activities.
Resources required
- Art and writing materials.
Additional info
This is an original Cool.org lesson. Facts and figures in these lessons may have changed since this lesson was published. We always endeavour to update our resources in a timely manner, but if you see an error or issue in our resources please get in touch with us.
Welcome back!
Don't have an account yet?
Log in with:
Create your free Cool.org account.
Many of our resources are free, with an option to upgrade to Cool+ for premium content.
Already have an account?
Sign up with:
By signing up you accept Cool.org's Terms and Conditions(Opens in new tab) and Privacy Policy(Opens in new tab).