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media type="custom" key="28699770" align="center" Hammy and his friends know all about the impacts of human-environment interaction first hand. Human population growth and urbanisation is changing the world for wild animals as much as it is for people. In your Over the Hedge SAC you are going to complete geography themed activities inspired by the issues addressed and the experiences of the animal characters in Over the Hedge. Your SAC will connect with the following key areas of our Year Seven Geography studies:

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Geography is a study that requires us to look at all the components of what makes up our world. We consider where things are, why they are there and the consequences of them being there.
==As geographers we try to organise our thinking about space, similar to the way historians try to organise their thinking about time. We do this with the goal of trying to understand how things are operating within our planet and the universe, in an attempt to influence living conditions to be the best they can be for all living species. Of course this is not straight forward as there are competing motivations, opinions and goals between different groups of people.==

==The five key themes of Geography help us to look at the world from a variety of critical perspectives. These themes are essential tools that support all areas of Geography study. It is important to repeatedly revisit what they mean to learn to understand and use them in our thinking and work.==

=** Student Activity: **= =a) Open a word document= =b) Name it 'Over the Hedge' SAC by ___(insert your name)___= =c) Type up the definitions of the five key themes of Geography as your teacher writes them on the board (access the definitions from Owl Teacher).=



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=** Student Activity: **=

As you view Over the Hedge, take notes on the things that you can see relate to the key themes of Geography in the table on the printed A3 or A4 sheet provided.




media type="custom" key="28794028" =** Student Activity 1: **** Label the characters with their correct animal names: **= =** Student Activity 2: ** Copy and paste the questions below into your 'Over the Hedge' word document. We will view the 'Critters 441' extra on the DVD to discover facts about the Over the Hedge animals. We will do two viewings of 'Critters 441' to ensure we get accurate answers to questions 1-9. Write up your own answers to questions 10-15 which we will discuss as a class to finish. =
 * =** View and Respond Questions: **=

|| =** Thinking Questions: **= ||
 * ** 1. The raccoon is a ................**

** 2. The squirrel is a........................ It is known for being the.............................. **

** 3. The turtle is often mistaken for an......................** **It is a .................................** ** 4. The porcupine is a ......................... sized rodent. **
 * **What is a fact about the turtles’ shells?**
 * **Why are they designed to be able to pull their heads inside their shells?**

** 5. The opossum is the only ........................ in North America.**


 * **Which Australian animals is the opossum related to?**
 * **How long can an opossum pretend to be dead for?**

** 6. Provide a detailed definition of rodent: **

** 7. What do you call a baby porcupine?** ** 8. a)How far can a skunk spray its foul smelling fluid? ** ** b) To which distance is it accurate? **

** 9. As an omnivore, what does a skunk feed on?** || === 10. Humans have moved in next door to the group of animals, how does this===

** 15. **What did you learn from the movie about animals? Who was your favourite? Why?
|| = = Critter 441 correction support:



media type="custom" key="29311191" align="center" media type="custom" key="28699776" align="center" =As geographers we use 'the five themes of geography' to study and learn about the world. They include:= ==

= A) Open your 'Over the Hedge' word document. When time permits scan your Over the Hedge colour in to create your SAC cover page as instructed. You will complete the following task and all subsequent SAC work in this document. = = B) Type up the definitions for the themes of Geography. Next, in a table, use your viewing of //Over the Hedge notes// and present relevant information points for how the five themes of geography are presented in the story: =

media type="custom" key="28699780" align="center" = As geographers we care about animal species and the impacts human actions can have on them. When we viewed //Over the Hedge// we identified that lots of human activities can lead to negative outcomes for wild animals. Choose a wild animal that interests you and complete a research investigation on them that considers humans’ relationships with them. =

= Your wild animal research investigation needs to address the five themes of geography and more by covering the following: =

media type="custom" key="28699784" align="center" = Maps and directions can be looked at and discussed in terms of relative or absolute location. To complete the mapping work for this SAC an understanding of relative and absolute location is needed. = == As geographers we understand the importance of using maps. They can be used for all sorts of reasons such as; directions, house plans, interior and exterior design, to show statistics/patterns/data, to plan plays in sport, etc. In Over the Hedge, Gladys’s backyard presents as a giant obstacle course to the animals. RJ created a map of Gladys’s backyard so he could provide the animals with directions to reach her house safely. ==

== Pretend that you and your own gang of animal friends need to get through a human’s backyard to save a friend. Design a hand drawn bird’s eye view map of the backyard you have to navigate to save your friend. Use your own backyard as inspiration and your imagination to add in extra detail. You can use photographs of your backyard to help. ==

=Scan/photograph your completed map and present it in your word document. If you were able to get photos of your backyard include them. (Photographs can be helpful at all stages of a mapping process and if you develop an extension presentation you might use them again).=
 * MARKING CRITERIA **
 * || == A-B ==

Above the Standard
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At the standard
|| == D ==

Moving towards the standard
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Below Standard
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Personal Learning
|| Followed all instructions. Has completed the required tasks with added depth where possible and handed them in as directed by the teacher. Works independently but has the confidence to ask for help with tasks if needed. Offers support to other students where they can. || Followed most instructions. Has completed the required tasks and handed them in as directed by the teacher. As required, asks questions about the tasks politely. Is gaining the ability to independently resolve some questions and can help fellow students at times. || Followed some instructions. Has completed most of the tasks and handed them in as directed by the teacher. As required, asks questions about the tasks politely and listens to suggestions. ||  ||
 * == Geographic Knowledge and Understanding == || Shows understanding of ‘the five themes of Geography’ in Task One. The animal study is detailed and the student links to the themes of Geography in a variety of ways. Oral presented. || Shows understanding of ‘the five themes of Geography’ in Task One. The animal study is thorough and has some links to the themes of Geography. Oral presented. || Shows understanding of ‘the five themes of Geography’ by completing Task One. The animal study has a minimum of three subheadings with relevant information. Oral presented. ||  ||

Geospatial Skills
|| A map/s is used as a visual in the animal study. A bird’s eye view map of a backyard has been developed with a title and key. Relative direction instructions are completed with detail. || A map/s is presented in the animal study as directed. A bird’s eye view map of a backyard is developed with a title and key. Relative direction instructions are completed. || A map is presented in the animal study as directed. A bird’s eye view map of a backyard is developed with a title and key. ||  ||

Research and Sources
|| Thorough research was undertaken independently. All sources used to inform the information report are presented in a bibliography. || Focused research was undertaken during SAC time in class. A bibliography is presented with the information report. || Some research was undertaken and sighted in class. A brief bibliography is presented with the information report. ||  ||

[] //Over the Hedge// (2006), Dreamworks Animation LLC, Paramount
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