Soil and stone

Stage 2 - Science and Technology

Students conducting soil tests near the lagoon
Conducting soil tests
A student testing soil pH levels
Conducting soil tests
A student completing a soil texture test
Conducting soil tests
Students describing and classifying rocks
Examining and classifying rocks and stones
An assortment of rocks next to a microscope
Identifying igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks
Students conducting an experiment on erosion
Conducting an erosion experiment
Students examining the impact of erosion at Longneck Lagoon
Examining the impact of erosion at Longneck Lagoon

Program

'Soil and stone' is a Stage 2 excursion delivered at Longneck Lagoon Environmental Education Centre. Students conduct a range of soil tests and investigate soil samples under microscopes. They identify igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and learn different ways to classify rocks and stones. After participating in an erosion experiment, students learn about the impact of erosion at Longneck Lagoon.

Important information

Syllabus outcomes and content

Science and Technology K-6 syllabus (2017)

Earth and Space

ST2-10ES-S - A student investigates regular changes caused by interactions between the Earth and the Sun, and changes to the Earth’s surface.

Working Scientifically

ST2-1WS-S - A student questions, plans and conducts scientific investigations, collects and summarises data and communicates using scientific representations.

Activities

Students will:

  • investigate soil at two sites by conducting a range of soil tests
  • conduct further investigations of soil using microscopes
  • identify, classify and describe metamorphic, sedimentary and igneous rocks
  • learn about the impacts of erosion on the landscape by participating in an erosion experiment
  • observe examples of erosion at Longneck Lagoon.
Teacher information
Vehicle access

Address: 59 Whitmore Road, Maraylya

Large buses/coaches can drop students and teachers at the entrance on Whitmore Road. It is a 400m walk down the drive to the classroom. Bus drop off and pick up should be timed to allow for the walk from the road to the classroom. These times can be negotiated as needed to allow for earlier or later start and finish times.

Minibuses and visitors arriving by private car can enter the gates on Whitmore Road and drive part way down the drive to the signposted 'Visitor parking' area near the mud brick shed. It is a short 100m walk from the visitor parking area to the classroom and office area. We kindly ask that visitors do not drive beyond this point in order to ensure the safety of our students.
Student numbers

Up to 3 classes

Max. 30 students per class

(Please book for multiple dates if numbers exceed 90 students)
What to bring

Students

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor learning (most students wear school uniform or sports uniform)
  • Hat
  • Covered walking shoes
  • Wet weather gear if appropriate (not umbrellas)
  • Own recess and lunch ('nude food'/plastic free food is encouraged!)
  • Refillable water bottle.

Teachers

  • Own recess and lunch. Visiting adults are welcome to use the refrigerator and microwave. Tea and coffee is provided.
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Special medical/learning requirements for individual students (such as medication, hearing devices).
Adverse weather On days where the weather is unsuitable, a Longneck Lagoon EEC staff member will contact the organising teacher to discuss alternative arrangements.
Medical notifications Notify Longneck Lagoon EEC by completing and returning the student welfare form at least one week before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.
Further information Welcome to Longneck Lagoon EEC
Excursion resources
Excursion worksheet - Worksheets will be printed and supplied by Longneck Lagoon EEC.

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