Episode 1
In Episode 1 of The Seed Pod. host Sian Crowley takes listeners on a journey through her nature connection as a child and later in life. She tells stories of incredible forest invertebrates, why she loves working in environmental education, and her work with Archey's frogs.
We are going to dive deeper into one of her stories in this Learning Pod using a Play - Observe - Discover - Share structure.
Observe
These incredible taonga/treasured species are so unique!
They are one of Aotearoa's three extant (living) native frog species. Our native frogs are unlike introduced frogs in many ways- they have no external eardrum, are silent, and have rounded eyes rather than slit eyes.
They are also very talented at camouflage!
Test your observational skills in our Archey’s frog I-Spy HERE.
Answer sheet HERE.
Discover
Who are your local camouflage experts?
Investigate your local green spaces to discover the critters hiding right in front of your eyes!
Use our resource linked below to learn more and to record your local observations!
Printable activity sheets HERE.
Share
Share your stories with us at: theseedpod@outlook.com
This is a place for sharing stories and contributions from our community.
Sian’s Story:
"When I was younger I loved finding praying mantis' and stick insects in my back yard!"
- Sian Crowley
We hope you enjoyed this Learning Pod!
If you have any feedback or photos/stories/art to share please get in touch!
