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Did your students know that 48 species of birds have become extinct in New Zealand since the arrival of humans? What has caused this to happen? What dangers do birds face today? What is a predator and who are they? What does extinction mean? How can we help prevent more extinctions? A major English, social science and science based unit where we examine these important environmental concepts and focus on our most endangered bird — the brown teal. |
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The New Zealand Government has just developed the learning resource “Aquaculture in action” which includes: seven attractive fact sheets for students and • teacher lesson plans for Years 7 and 8. The resource has been designed to help New Zealand students investigate and learn about aquaculture, in particular marine farming. The fact sheets are available in both English and Maori. In this unit we provide teachers with an overview of the resource and feature classroom teaching and learning activities from the resource. |
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To date, Didymo, the invasive alga is only found in some South Island rivers. In this major unit we find out what threats didymo presents to recreation, tourism, hydro generation and fresh water plant and animal species if we don't take immediate measure to slow its spread. Students view a hi-impact video to start their study, investigate the effects of the alga and are encouraged to get messages out to the local community to help slow the spread. Real-life science, social sciences and English based unit. |
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Old Drumble from the pen of Jack Lasenby is the story of a drovers dog — and what a dog it is! Old Drumble will certainly stimulate the imagination and delight young readers with its forthright, honest, perceptive, vigorous and ‘anti-bullshit’ language that gives a rare insight into the innermost thoughts and imagination of a young boy. Most of all, readers (of any age) will just laugh out loud at the inspired madness and absurdity of the story, but will be delighted to suspend belief and enjoy these wonderful tall tales about Old Drumble. Synopsis and teaching and learning classroom activities provided. |
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Have you got your new comprehensive FREE environmental resource from the Sit Peter Blake Trust? All it takes is an email from your school. Check out the details. |
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Major English and Social Sciences unit with activities based in the Beijing Olympic Games. The Olympic Games, Beijing 2008, offer a wonderful opportunity to increase our knowledge about China and our understanding of the Chinese people. Many aspects of the Games reveal insights into Chinese culture. Take the timing of the opening as an example: it is not by chance that the Games will open on the 8th of August (08/08/2008) - the number 8 in China signifies prosperity and is considered particularly lucky. |
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Dragon's Bane is the latest fantasy genre book from Linda McNabb. This just released adventure will delight students of all ages. In this unit we provide a detailed synopsis of the story and teaching and learning activities for classroom use. |
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Students who have recently visited the Antarctic Attraction have been thrilled and fascinated with the new Little Blue Penguin environment. We provide research activities that can be used by all classes — either as pre-visit motivation or as a stand-alone class learning activity. |
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Find out how to enter the BP Zoo Challenge Competition. There are great prizes and the deadlines have been extended. We feature two new BP Challenges: - the Hurdle and Badminton challenge and the Anzac Day Poppy Challenge. |
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We live in a country that is prone to earthquakes. How can we be prepared? What do we do in the event of a quake? The Earthquake Commission distributed this valuable resource to all primary and intermediate schools throughout the country in September 2000. It is directly linked to the Health and Physical Education curriculum. In addition, the kit’s strong links to the English, Science, Social Sciences, and Technology curricula have enabled teachers to make frequent use of the kit to achieve the objectives of their classroom programmes. A limited number of Kits are still available to schools. Check out the details. |
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Butterfly Creek and Hamilton Zoo are both exceptional LEOTC destinations for your class in 2008. Find out what is offered and how to arrange for your visit. |
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A website described by the UNESCO Chair as the most successful he has found. It's also our colourful cover. Visit it today. |
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A new free service for teachers who want to provide students with authentic hands-on experiences in the arts. |
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Resources for teachers and students and special class fares on the Interislander. Free resources from Fish and Game and Environment Waikato. Check out the Prawn Park for an eco-based experience. |
STARLAB & NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION Starlab — the popular portable planetarium that comes to your school. Full details, a new website and contact details provided. Be sure to book early — Starlab visits are very popular. Newspapers in Education have a wonderful resource to help bring the Beijing Olympics into your classroom. |
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A rare opportunity for your students' artistic skills to become involved in a real-life challenge – to design a stamp. Check out the details of this great project and competition or use the idea as part of your language and visual arts classroom programme. |
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The Fundamental Movement Skills can be downloaded for FREE or purchased from SPARC. This is a must-have Health and Physical Education resource. |
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School presentations, student workbooks and an interactive website are all part of the Vector Stay Safe Around Electricity programme. Full details. |
