Draw your own Birds of Australia: Primary
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Audience
Primary school -
Learning stage
Early Stage 1, Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3 -
Learning area
Creative Arts, First Nations, Science -
Type
Museum educator-led
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About the program
This limited-time program is a unique integration of Science, Visual Arts, and First Nations perspectives.
Here, students will develop their observation skills and build knowledge of Australian birds as they listen to First Nations stories, examine specimens from the Musuem’s Ornithology collection, and appreciate the art of Elizabeth Gould.
Then, using drawing and printmaking techniques students will focus on the elements of line and shape to design and make their own artwork inspired by the living world.
Complete your experience with a self-led visit of the Museum’s Birds of Australia gallery (Level 2) and Birds of Australia STORYBOX exhibition (Upper Ground, June 7th- 27th July).
Learning objectives:
In this program, students will:
- observe closely the features of Australian birds.
- make artworks using drawing and printmaking materials and techniques.
- express ideas and feelings about historical artworks.
- listen to First Nations storytelling connected to birds.
Audience: This program is bookable for Early Stage 1, Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3
Cost: $10 (GST included) per student with a minimum cost of $100 per session
Duration: 75 minutes
Capacity: Up to 30 students per session
Term: Term 2-3 2025
Dates: Monday-Friday
Times: 10:00am
A Day at the Museum for disadvantaged schools
If you are classified as a disadvantaged Australian primary and/or secondary school with an ICSEA value of less than 1000, or a special school, as defined by the Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) you may be eligible for our A Day at the Museum program.
