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Year 0 - 8 | Animals and Welfare
Conservation is at the heart of everything we do at Wellington Zoo. Students will explore what actions Wellington Zoo takes as conservation leaders, and how the students can help protect animals in the wild and their environments.
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Year 0 - 8 | Animals and Welfare
Students will learn how they can be kaitiaki (caretakers) of New Zealand animals as they visit both native and introduced species.
Conservation Connection - Years 0-2
Year 0 - 8 | Conservation & Sustainability
Conservation is at the heart of everything we do! Discover how our everyday actions can affect animals, and how we can help protect animals in Aotearoa and around the world.
Activities on this day
Why are some animals endangered? Discover how special these animals are and discuss some actions we can take to help them. Explore the ways Wellington Zoo supports conservation in Aotearoa and around the world.
Learning Outcomes
• Recognise that some animals are endangered and describe the reasons why.
• Recognise that some animals are endangered and describe the reasons why.
• Understand the role of Zoos in conservation around the world
• Recognise conservation actions we can take to help protect animals.
NZ Curriculum
Health and Physical Education:
• Healthy communities and environments Level 1.
Take individual and collective action to contribute to environments that can be enjoyed by all.
Social Sciences:
• Social Studies Level 1: Understand how places in New Zealand are significant for individuals and groups.
• Social Studies Level 2: Understand how places influences people and people influence places.
Science: Living World
• Ecology Level 1-2: Recognise that living things are suited to their particular habitat.
Science: Nature of Science
• Participating and contributing Level 1-2Explore and act on issues and questions that link their science learning to their daily living.