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Free Courses

The Wonderful World of Penguins

Explore the amazing world of King Penguins! This short course takes you to one of the largest penguin colonies on Earth.

Why Choose This Course?

In this short course, we will start to discuss the wonderful world of penguins. Penguins are some of the most well-known birds in the Southern Ocean. These flightless birds are experts at swimming and diving, with their streamlined bodies and flippers that allow them to navigate the water with ease.

They also have thick layers of feathers and blubber to insulate them from the cold, making them well-equipped for life in the harsh environment of the ocean. The largest penguin colony on Earth is estimated to be around 2,000,000. How amazing!!

There are several species of penguins that live in Antarctica, including the Adelie, Chinstrap, Emperor, Gentoo, King, Macaroni, and Rockhopper and this week we are going to meet a few of them!

Learning Goals

  • Scientific Understanding: Explore the science behind the water cycle and its impact on living organisms and the Earth’s surface.

  • Environmental Stewardship: Learn how to protect and manage natural resources sustainably.

  • Collaboration: Work with peers on projects that promote awareness and conservation of water resources.

  • Creative Expression: Use art and design to represent scientific concepts and communicate ideas effectively.

  • Critical Thinking: Analyze the effects of human activity on the environment and develop solutions to protect water systems.

Global Impacts Already Made

This course has empowered children worldwide to become published authors, share their voices, and contribute to meaningful causes through storytelling. Their books not only inspire readers but also generate real-world change, making this program a unique opportunity to connect creativity with impact.

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Key Information

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)

  • All of our courses empower students to take action towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for a better world. This course specifically focuses on the goals shown below.

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Ages:  Year 3 upwards

Course Duration: 1 Lesson

Time per Lesson: 60-90 mins

Key Curriculum Areas:   Writing Communication, Literacy, Creative Arts, Digital Literacy, Citizenship Ethics, Leadership Teamwork, Community Engagement

Teacher/s:  Gavin McCormack 

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