Adaptations and Features Years 5-6

This Level 5-6 Science and Geography program explores how animal adaptations support survival in different ecosystems and how scientific understanding can guide caring for wildlife. Your students will observe zoo animals, investigate physical and behavioural adaptations, and explore habitats to understand how animals interact with their environment. 

Students will learn

• Adaptations that help animals to survive 
• How living things are connected and rely on each other 
• Impact of humans on places, habitats and ecosystems 
• Actions that help to care for local wildlife 

Support for teachers

• Great day at the zoo - access to trails and scheduled keeper talks 
• Teacher resources with classroom and excursion activities
• Pre-visit information to support planning and preparation
• Opportunity to celebrate learning and become a Fighting Extinction School

Choose your zoo experience

This program is delivered at Healesville Sanctuary, Kyabram Fauna Park, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo, with each offering a different focus and experience. 

Teaching guides include more information about the excursion experience and curriculum links.