Odd One Out

Discuss:

Which is the odd one out?

Learn:

Phenology - Nature’s Calendar

Read: Cultivating Empathy Through Phenology by Skylar Primm. Phenology is the study of seasonal changes, Skylar explores how K-12 learners can use sit spots to build knowledge and connect with places.

Watch: Measuring Plant Phenology from Ground to Space by NEON Science. Discover the importance of understanding and tracking phenophases.

Have you ever wondered how scientists measure the changing of leaves throughout the seasons, and why?

Go Further:

Teachers: Use a sit spot to create a Phenology Wheel with these templates from Fraser River Discovery. Learn more about phenology wheels with this short video.

Consider exploring and incorporating Indigenous Weather Knowledge into your phenology wheel. Explore these seasonal calendars from the CSIRO and see the 50 Words Project which aims to provide fifty words in every Indigenous language of Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have developed an intricate understanding of the environment over many thousands of years.

Please note: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices or names of deceased persons in photographs, film, audio recordings or printed material.

**See**: Kaurna seasonal cycle and Indigenous Weather Knowledge via BOM

Explore:

Adelaide Botanic Garden is located on North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia.

“Adelaide Botanic Garden and the adjacent Botanic Park are an oasis of beautifully landscaped gardens, majestic avenues and stunning architecture. Take time out to explore the beauty and diversity of plants from across Australia and around the world.”