Nests and Eggs
Discover the world of eggs and nests, asking the questions:
- why do birds lay eggs?
- why are some eggs from two similar sized birds different sizes?
- why are eggs different colours?
- why are nests different shapes?
Students will then make their own nest to take home.
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Suitable for
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Years 2–6 |
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Curriculum links
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Year 2: Living things grow, change and have offspring similar to themselves (ACSSU030)
Year 3: Living things can be grouped on the bases of observable features and can be distinguished from non-living things (ACSSU004)
Year 4: Living things have life cycles (ACSSU072)
Year 5: Living things have structural features and adaptations that help them to survive in their environment (ACSSU043)
Year 6: The growth and survival of living things are affected by physical conditions of their environment (ACSSU094)
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Session type
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Workshop
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Cost
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$5.50 per student
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Time
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1.25–1.5 hours
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Location
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Museum at Inveresk
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