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The importance of native forests and their biodiversity - and how they are interconnected.
Experiences
In Māori tradition, te ngahere (the forest) and people are strongly connected by the god Tāne. Students go exploring in the forest to discover how important they are to us and the environment.
On their mirror walk they see the bush as they've never seen it before and meet some of the stars of the show (kōwhai, pōhutukawa, tōtara, rimu, pūriri, kauri, etc). They use magnifying glasses and discover how forests are the best recyclers in the world.
It's all about fabulous forests and why they are so important to us.
Year level
Years 5-8
Learning areas
Science, living world
Maximum students
100 students
Location
Auckland Botanical Gardens
Available dates
All year
Cost
Half-day programme: $7 per student
Contact details
Email: botanicgardens.schoolbookings@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Address
Auckland Botanical Gardens
102 Hill Road
The Gardens
Directions: Show map