Peer Support
Stage 3 - Fostering new friendships PDHPE
Location
Kamay Botany Bay EEC - Kamay Botany Bay National Park, Kurnell
Overview
The 'Fostering the Development of New Friendships' program aims to enhance understanding of the relationship between human activities, the environment, and the cultural and natural heritage of Kamay Botany Bay National Park. Through participating in team-building activities students will foster new friendships and strengthen bonds within a group, whilst participating and demonstrating fair play and skills to work collaboratively.
Key syllabus outcomes
- PD3-3 evaluates the impact of empathy, inclusion and respect on themselves and others
- PD3-9 applies and adapts self-management skills to respond to personal and group situations
- PD3-10 selects and uses interpersonal skills to interact respectfully with others to promote inclusion and build connections
Key inquiry questions
- How do empathy, inclusion and respect have an impact on myself and others?
Learning across the curriculum content
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
- Sustainability
- Critical and creative thinking
- Personal and social capability
Suggested timetable
| 9:45 - 10:00 | Introduction |
| 10:00-10:30 | toilets & fruit break/recess |
| 10:30 – 11:20 | Bushwalk |
| 11:20 – 12:10 | GPS-solve the puzzle |
| 12:10 – 12:40 | Lunch |
| 12:40 – 1:50 | Team building games |
| 1:50 – 2:00 | Reflection and wrap up |
* There may be variations to timetable based on specific location, group size and weather
Students will:
- Walk along a bush track and in groups, complete a number of observations and investigations.
- Explore Kamay Botany Bay National Park using GPS devices to collect information for solving a puzzle.
- Participate in a variety of team-building activities to foster the development of new friendships.