Students will hold and touch a variety of native animals to gain an understanding about the special wildlife we have in Australia. Through this interactive experience, they will identify the basic needs of several reptiles and recognise their similarities and differences. By taking time to observe each animal and their features, students begin to describe the places where these animals make their home in Australia and explore how they might grow and change over time. The care requirements of the reptiles are discussed and students compare this with common pets they might have at home.
Key Concepts: Living things, physical features, basic needs, habitat, predator/prey, life cycles
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