Habitat heroes

Sydney

Indigenous perspectives

HSIE

Summary

S3 - HSIE
Explore global habitats, threats to wildlife, and sustainable practices inspired by Aboriginal knowledge.

Things to know

Book this workshop

Stage
Stage 3
Learning areas
Human Society and its Environment
Duration & location
1 hour workshop in our immersive habitat classrooms.
Cost
$19.50 per student for NSW Government Schools, or $24.50 per student for non-NSW Government Schools.
Inclusions
Includes workshop session and Zoo entry.

Workshop overview

Get ready to become a Habitat Hero! In this workshop, students dive into global habitats and discover how people and animals work together to protect our planet. Through hands-on activities, they will explore real-life challenges and learn what it takes to care for environments both close to home and around the world.

From the familiar bushland of Eastern Australia to the lush rainforests of Sumatra and the Congo Basin, students delve into the causes and impacts of habitat loss, gaining insight into how global challenges affects species both near and far. Students will uncover the wisdom of Aboriginal Knowledge systems, learning how cultural burning, seasonal calendars, and sustainable land management practices have long guided the protection of native animals and environments.

Working collaboratively, students become true Habitat Heroes as they design their very own Habitat Hero Plan: an innovative and practical action idea that integrates Indigenous knowledge, sustainability, and conservation problem-solving.

Learning outcomes

Stage: Stage 3

Outcomes

Content

Human Society and its Environment (HSIE)

HS3-GEO-01 - examines global citizenship and how people organise, protect and sustainably use the environment, using geographical information.
HS3-ACH-01 - describes Aboriginal Knowledges and Practices that care for Country and the importance of Aboriginal Languages revival.

Geographical information is used to plan for sustainable futures

Aboriginal Cultural Knowledges and Practices that care for Country

Explain the importance of undertaking Cultural obligations to Country as part of the continuation of Aboriginal Cultures.

People can protect global environments and use sustainable practices for the future

Examine places in the world where human activity has changed the environment by comparing maps and satellite images.
Compare sustainable practices used by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and international Indigenous Peoples.
Research and present practices people can engage with to sustainably manage or protect global environments into the future.

People of Australia are global citizens

Taronga Education is dedicated to providing inclusive and accessible learning experiences for all students. Our aim is to support every student’s participation and engagement in our workshops, and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments for your students. Please contact our education team with any queries you might have.

This workshop takes place at Taronga's immersive habitat classrooms.

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