Discover the hidden heroes of our ecosystems with The Tiny Giants, a program that explores the amazing roles of insects, invertebrates, and fungi. Children will learn how these often-overlooked organisms are essential for healthy forests, gardens, and rivers.
Through hands-on activities, young Rangers will:
🐞 Explore the Roles of Insects - Learn how insects act as decomposers, pollinators, and a vital food source for other animals.
🦗 Meet Other Invertebrates - Investigate worms, snails, and other small creatures, understanding their contribution to ecosystem balance.
🍄 Discover the Importance of Fungi - Understand how fungi recycle nutrients and support plant growth, keeping forests thriving.
🔬 Conduct Science Experiments - Observe mushroom spores and their growth, gaining firsthand experience in the fascinating world of fungi.
The objectives of this program are as follows:
1. Understand Roles of Insects – Rangers will explore how insects contribute as decomposers, pollinators, and food for other animals.
2. Discover the Importance of Fungi – Rangers will learn how fungi recycle nutrients and support ecosystem health.
3. Apply Learning Through Experiments – Through observing mushroom spores, Rangers will practice scientific investigation, observation, and critical thinking.
The Tiny Giants cultivates curiosity, scientific thinking, and respect for the small but mighty organisms that sustain life on Earth.
Register your child today and let them uncover the power of nature’s tiniest champions! 🌿🪲
