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Survive and Thrive (Stage 3)
May
It’s not just your favourite superheroes who have special powers – plants pack quite a punch too! Their mission? To survive and thrive!
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
In this virtual session, students will work with a Gardens educator to examine a range of plants from contrasting environments, learning all about the amazing adaptations – or ‘superpowers’ – that enable them to grow and survive. From arid deserts to temperate rainforests, students will fine tune their scientific skills as they learn to identify the weird and wonderful adaptations that helps plants thrive in these challenging environments.
At the end of the session, students can follow along with a live demonstration, completing a scientific illustration of a plant specimen found in their home, backyard or school!
Cost: $100 for 1 class up to 30 students/$175 for two classes up to 60 students/ $225 for three classes up to 90 students. Additional classes up to 30 students are charged at $50 per class
Capacity: 300 students per session
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? No
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: The Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust
Event Details
Date & Time
24-May-2022 01:45PM + Google Calendar + iCal Export
Event Type
Live Event - Scheduled
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
$100 for 1 class, $75 for the second class in the same school, $50 for the third class in the same school
Payment Instructions
Invoices will be emailed out on completion of the virtual excursion.
Curriculum
Primary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech » Working Scientifically and Design and Production » Living World
Cancellation Policy
By booking this program you acknowledge and agree to our full terms and conditions as listed on the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney website including our cancellations policy.
Terms and Conditions
By booking this program you acknowledge and agree to our full terms and conditions as listed on the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney website
Presenter Bio
Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No
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Technology and Materials Requirements
If students are learning from home, they will need –
Internet connection
Own device with in-built microphone
If you are dialling in from the classroom, you will need –
A microphone so the presenter can hear the class. Please note that some laptop microphones are difficult to hear, and the positioning of the laptop is important for capturing sound.
A projector or smartboard that allows the students to see the presenter – your classroom smartboard is perfect for this.
Adequate sound volume (usually from your smartboard or external speakers). Laptop speakers are inadequate for your whole classroom to hear the presenter
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Education and Engagement Team, Botanic Gardens Greater Sydney
Phone: 02 9231 8134
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/learn