Driver project: School Days

This project teaches children about their own school and locality, both today and in the past. They compare schooling in the Victorian era to their experiences today. The children will experience a Victorian classroom and explore the work of Samuel Wilderspin, an education pioneer.

Companion project: Plant parts and Animal parts

This project teaches children about wild and garden plants by exploring the local environment. They identify and describe the basic parts of plants and observe how they change over time. This project teaches children about animals, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals and invertebrates. They identify and describe their common structures, diets, and how animals should be cared for.