Stage 3 – Bushfires
This program discusses the impact of bushfires on the environment. Students are asked to think about how bushfires differ from fire within the built-up environment and discuss how we can prevent bushfires. Students also learn how fire can be good for the environment and how Aboriginal people use fire to shape their environment.
Why should I take my class to the Museum of Fire?
As the leading Museum for understanding all things related to fire the Museum is a great place to bring students as they can engage with the content they have been studying in school in a fun and interactive environment outside of the classroom. Our expert staff with guide students through key learning areas and assist teachers to deliver a worthwhile learning experience.
About the Program
This program discusses the impact of bushfires on the environment. Students are asked to think about how bushfires differ from fire within the built-up environment and discuss how we can prevent bushfires. Students also learn how fire can be good for the environment and how Aboriginal people use fire to shape their environment.
Why should I take my class to the Museum of Fire?
As the leading Museum for understanding all things related to fire the Museum is a great place to bring students as they can engage with the content they have been studying in school in a fun and interactive environment outside of the classroom. Our expert staff with guide students through key learning areas and assist teachers to deliver a worthwhile learning experience.
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Further Infomation
What is the Cost and is there a minimum number required?
The cost is $9 per student and teachers are FREE (1:10 ratio, any additional adults are $7 each).* Cost includes entry to the Museum, participation in the program and a fire engine ride.
How long will the program take?
The Museum can accommodate a timeframe that is suitable to your school however to allow students the best possible experience we recommend that schools arrive at the Museum 9:30am-10am and allow approximately 4 hours (no less than 3.5 hours is recommended).
Objectives
Curriculum Links (NSW Syllabus for Australian Curriculum):
Geography (ties into the factors that shape places unit)
- Describe the diverse features and characteristics of places, and environments GE3-1
- Explains interactions and connections between people, places, and environments GE3-2
- Compares and contrasts influences on the management of places and environments GE3-3
- Acquires, processes, and communicates geographical information using geographical tools for inquiry GE3-4
History
- Describes and explains the significance of people, groups, places, and events to the development of Australia HT3-1