Features of Places

Students will explore the best of the natural and human features of the Botanic Garden and use geographic information and tools to interpret the environment.

• Observe and categorise the natural and human features of different parts of the Garden on a guided discovery walk.
• Use nature materials to plan and design their very own botanic garden which balances human needs with natural features.  
• Create a class map and then explore our nature play space with a treasure hunt.  

• Investigate the human and natural features of the Botanic Garden, e.g., buildings, playgrounds, garden beds, lakes, and ponds.
• Observe how people use the Garden for a variety of purposes, e.g., visitors, scientists, horticulturists.
• Identify the features of places by creating and interpreting simple maps.
• Engage in creative, imaginative play through designing their own botanic garden.
• Consider how people can be caretakers of their local places. 

Geography

• Describes features of places and the connections people have with places (GE1-1)
• Identifies ways in which people interact with and care for places (GE1-2)
• Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools for inquiry (GE1-3)