We are often in such a hurry to get from one place to another that we perhaps don’t think enough about the impact so many journeys is having on our world.
The Getting There section is about reflecting on how we travel, why we travel and the impact, both positive and negative, of different forms of travel.
| Description | Preview pdf | Whole lesson |
|---|
Lesson 1: Antarctic Passport |
 |
 |
| This activity explores what kind of characteristics a potential team member on a polar expedition would need. Each child will think about the qualities he or she thinks are important to be a part of a polar team. | ||
Lesson 2: Time Travellers |
|
|
| People from all over the world take part in the annual 2041 trip to Antarctica. When everyone reaches Ushuaia, the southern-most town in the world, they need a couple of days to recover from jet-lag after their long journeys to South America. | ||
Lesson 3: Saltwater vs. Freshwater |
|
|
| The seas around our coastline and around the world affect our weather and climate. In summer, the coastal areas are often cooler than those areas further inland. In the winter, the sea can make the coastal areas slightly warmer. Saltwater from the sea and freshwater from our rivers, streams and underground aquifers behave in different ways. This lesson is aimed at showing how this happens. | ||
Lesson 4: The route to Antarctica |
|
|
| This activity introduces children to where exactly Antarctica is and how you get there. The children plan their route from their home to the frozen continent and what, apart from clothing, they would take with them. | ||
Lesson 5: Freedom |
|
|
| In this section we will explore the meaning of the value of Freedom. Use the questions below to stimulate discussion and reflection on this value. Once the children have understood the value of Freedom, they should explore the Inspire to Action Challenges and decide what they can do to make a positive difference in terms of green travel. |