Grassland ecosystems

Did you know that native grasslands are the most endangered ecosystem in Victoria?

The reality is that less than one per cent of original grasslands remains in Victoria.

Students will be encouraged to make observations that will help them to understand the vital interconnections between the living and non-living things within an ecosystem. They will then meet some of the unique animals native to grassland areas, discuss present threats and importantly; collaborate on ideas for the improvement and protection of grassland ecosystems.

Pre visit

1. Check out Actwild.org.au and register as a new user
2. Watch this short video (top of page) about how to help save Eastern Barred Bandicoots

Post visit

1. A new born Eastern Barred Bandicoot is almost the same size as a 5 cent coin. Organise a Common Cents Challenge back at school to support Zoos Victoria help this species fight extinction.
2. Get creative and show your love for our local threatened wildlife. Create your own video mashup about Eastern Barred Bandicoots then share your creation with the world!

Grassland Ecosystems addresses AusVELS levels 7-10 standards.  It supports the cross-curriculum priorities of Sustainability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures and addresses achievements in the domains of Science, Interpersonal Development, Personal Learning, Civics and Citizenship, English, Humanities, Communication and Thinking Processes.