What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? We had great discussions with maths! Lot of links made with measuring, volume, graphs.

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? The students would like to continue ";checking in"; on our local stream, monitoring the levels. And using this information to communicate with parents and also work on with our Enviro group.

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? It was great to be supported in developing not only the students understanding, but also our own as teachers and adult helpers.

“This was a great kit to get us out into our local area, looking at water health and starting discussions about what we can do to improve it.”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? We talked a lot about biodiversity and it's importance. We incorporated this into our shared reading, our group reading as well as our maths (statistics). We produced some artwork by using microscopes and drawing what we could see with a focus on pastel b

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? As mentioned above we didn't get a chance to sample in the stream (we switched in terrestrial biodiversity) So we will be using the sampling gear next year - but it will be interesting to see how they compare terrestrial with water biodiversity and sampli

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? Great for developing understanding. Our stream passes through significant cultural sites, as well as being able to discuss the importance of water to our iwi.

“Thank you so much for this kit. We unfortunately didn't have a chance to use it - with lockdown and then our local stream had a rahui on it due to a chemical spill from our local factory. We did discuss the stream and it's importance, but had to refrain from visiting at this stage. As a previous environmental educator I can say the kit was very comprehensive, had great resources and equipment and I can not wait to use it with my class next year. I have answered from looking at the kit and from what we had planned to do, and what we worked on before having to stop our stream study.”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? Looking further into science and social sciences

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? Extensions and self led student inquiry into their learning

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? How Maaori used water and what its purpose was. How it is used.

“Very good kit. Students were able to clearly see and develop an understanding of what are in certain waterways and why they are different. They were especially keen on developing future strategies in how we can improve the quality of our water. Very good kit.”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? Statistics

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? Developing a science fair project for several local streams .

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? If we could have done this as a class it would have worked. The girls were focusing on scientific aspects, so didn’t address the Maori perspective

“Because of the 2 lockdowns I was unable to do this with a class. However as part of a science fair project 2 students did an investigation on our north shore beaches and the water quality. They used some of the equipment from the kit and presented a full investigation for our regional science fair competition at which they won an award. The kit was what inspired them to do this topic.”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? The children used mathematics, collaboration, communication, science and environmental studies during the sessions.

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? A closer look at the small animals, insects and eels in creeks and rivers in the future.

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? The children had a good knowledge of water in Te Ao Maori and the kit strengthened this because the children were able to work closely with each other in the water and use the equipment to help them.

“The kit allowed the children to learn about the small creek which runs close to our school. The equipment was useful for learning about the eco system and the water.”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? A lot of maths integration.

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? I would definitely use this again as part of my science teaching.

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? We learned a lot about nga wai o pakiahaukia (our local river) and how to be kaitiaki.

“What an awesome addition to our scientific method learning this year.”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? Yet to complete

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? Use at camp and look at different water ways

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? To be completed

“Completed some, would love to carry this on next year on camp. To its full extent”

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Posted 4 years ago

What cross curricular learning came about as a result of this kit? Maths, writing and reading

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What opportunities have arisen for future learning from this kit? The kit linked into Marine ecosystems and the clarity of water and impact of sealife. Perfect links to the Science learning hub resources.

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In what ways did this kit develop understanding of the cultural significance of water in Te Ao Māori? Care of our environment - used to link to pepehas . Mountain to rivers

“A very hands-on and practical kit. The only difficulty was finding a suitable waterway to accurately use the tools in the kit. Trying to find a waterway within walking distance. Created discussion about the clarity of our water and linked into other curriculum areas.”

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Posted 4 years ago

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