Episode 8
In Episode 8 of The Seed Pod. Elizabeth shares stories about tracking and trapping of introduced pests, working with Kākāpō and Takahē (two of Aotearoa's taonga/treasured native birds), and utilising art and dance for science communication.
We are going to dive deeper into one of her stories in this Learning Pod using a Play - Observe - Discover - Share structure.
Observe
Elizabeth loves to celebrate birds through her art. She studies the features and personalities of the birds that she wants to show artistically through birdwatching.
After studying these birds, Elizabeth often paints these features in great detail, or uses the movement and personalities of birds in her dance.
In this resource you will study the traits of native birds that Elizabeth often comes across in Wellington. After studying the feet, features and beaks, test your identification skills in our close up bird trait activity sheet.
Answers HERE.
Discover
Take some art supplies out into a green space near you to study the traits of local birds as inspiration for some form of art.
You might choose to:
Draw, paint or sculpt
Study their movement as inspiration for a performance, or a poem
Try to capture details of their body such as their feathers, beaks, and feet. You could also try to include their movement, food sources and habitat.
Printable planning/art sheet HERE.
Optional: We’d love to see your art! If you would like to share your manu/bird inspired art with us, click the button below!
Share
Share your stories with us at: theseedpod@outlook.com
This is a place for sharing stories and contributions from our community.
Angus’ Story:
"I’m loving swimming in Lake Taupō this summer. It’s cool to think about how the cold, clear water was previously the snow on the mountains in the distance.”
- Angus Crowley
We hope you enjoyed this Learning Pod!
If you have any feedback or photos/stories/art to share please get in touch!
