Recently, Noosa Christian College’s Kindy children set off on another bush adventure, joining CSIRO’s Wild Watch for National Science Week.
Armed with keen eyes and curious minds, they explored the banks of Cooroy Creek and the surrounding bushland that form part of our school grounds, ready to see what treasures nature had in store.
There was much excitement when someone spotted native wild raspberries, and giggles as we tried to mimic the calls of whip birds, finches, and kookaburras. We crouched low to see the tiny details in leaves, traced patterns in flower petals, carefully hopped across the stepping stones over the water, and even found clues left by animals, reminding us that this is their home too.
These adventures aren’t just about spotting interesting things; they’re helping us learn how everything in nature is connected. We’ve discovered that plants and animals depend on us to help keep their homes safe, and that little choices, like leaving flowers for bees and birds, can make a big difference.
Every time we head to the bush, we’re not only becoming sharper observers but also stronger caretakers of our environment. The best part? We’re realising that even though we’re small, we can still make a big difference in the world around us.
