Discovering swift parrots
PeeKdesigns was engaged by Murrumbidgee Landcare Inc. to create an education package for Year 3-6 students about the critically endangered swift parrots (Lathamus discolor).
What’s included?
The result of this work is 2 packages tailored to Year 3 and 4 (The Journey Begins) and Year 5 and 6 (A Closer Look) teachers and students. They include a range of activities and lessons for schools, as well as some online and hands-on learning opportunities.
Key Learning Areas
- Science
- Geography
- Creative Arts
- English
- Physical Education
Aligned with Curriculum Outcomes
Both packages are carefully aligned with the New South Wales and Australian Curriculum outcomes, ensuring a seamless integration into your classroom.
Get started
Head on over to the Murrumbidgee Landcare website to download the education package and its supporting resources.
Contact Nicole Maher at Murrumbidgee Landcare to arrange for a classroom presentation about the swift parrot.
About the swift parrot
Swift parrots (Lathamus discolor) are one of Australia’s rare species of parrot and are listed as critically endangered under Australian Government legislation. In 2023, it was estimated that less than 500 birds live in the wild. Without conservation efforts, this unique and iconic species may become extinct.
The swift parrot is a beautiful and unique bird that is native to Australia. It is a small parrot with bright and colourful feathers, making it a real sight to behold! You can recognise the swift parrot by its special alarm sound, its sleek body, its pointy tail and the flashes of bright red you can see when it spreads its wings.
The swift parrot is a little bird that, like its name suggests, can fly really fast! In fact, it is the fastest parrot in the world, being clocked at up to 88 kilometres per hour.
