This term, the Year 2s have been learning about the Water Cycle in inquiry. We have learnt lots of new (and pretty big words) that explain to us how water continually moves around within the Earth and Atmosphere. We’ve learnt words like evaporation, condensation, perception and collection.

We thought it would be fitting if we went to the Seaford/Edithvale Wetlands so we could see what the water cycle was really all about. Arriving to school in the morning, the weather really did scream WETlands… but, fortunately, the rain quickly cleared so we could enjoy a day of sunshine.

When we arrived, we split into two groups and explored the wetlands. One group staying inside the education centre for an interactive lesson, while the other went for a stroll to the local bird hyde. We used binoculars to search for wildlife in the wetlands, while the other group completed puzzles, watched water experiments and saw a huge model of Melbourne.

We learnt about how it’s important to look after God’s Creation through picking up rubbish and making sure it doesn’t get into our storm drains. Especially dog poop… You don’t want that in your water!

We ended the day with a much needed play at Braeside Park. We saw lots of wildlife and enjoyed spending time with our friends.

Please enjoy some writing pieces and photos from our trip.

Disclaimer: no students were harmed in the making of these photos. (Student only appears to be falling into the wetlands).