Connect with nature and ‘Get Grubby’ at school

Fraser Coast Regional Council has partnered with dirtgirlworld and Get Grubby TV to roll out a free environmental education program to local early learning centres, family day cares and primary schools.

The Get Grubby program is a set of teaching materials for educators to guide children to get outside, get grubby, connect with nature and make better environmental choices.

Cr Zane O’Keefe said the program was built around concepts that families value.

“We know that early childhood educators and schools are always looking for practical and fun ideas and activities that encourage getting to know nature, inspire great recycling, support growing food and celebrate ‘reducing’,” he said.

“This educational material is championed by ABC kid stars dirtgirl, scrapboy and Costa the Garden Gnome.”

The fun learning materials include videos, songs, printables, games and hands on activities.

There are 10 units in the program, with most coinciding with world events such as World Environment Day and National Recycling Week. There are lots of fun activities to choose from on each topic including games, crafts, quizzes, music, videos and drama.

For more information on the Get Grubby Program visit the website at www.getgrubbyprogram.com

“This program is designed for young children and helps our learning communities grow together, caring for nature from now and into the future,” Cr O’Keefe said.

“Council is excited to be able to offer this award-winning program valued at $1500 per subscription for free.”

To get involved, contact robyn@dirtgirlworld.com for more information about how to sign up and mention Fraser Coast Regional Council.

The education program has proven popular on the Fraser Coast and currently has 70 active users.