Tread Lightly Caravan 

After answering simple questions about their lifestyle, such as what’s in their lunchbox or how they get to school, tamariki find out how many Earths would be needed if everyone used resources the way they do.

Using our specially designed slice-of-waste exhibit, we explore what a landfill is and how we can reduce the amount of waste that ends up there. Tamariki learn about the importance of reducing, re-using and recycling, and get hands-on experience sorting waste into the correct bins.

Students pedal a real exercycle or wind a hand generator to produce their own electricity, helping them understand how much energy is needed to power common household appliances.

Students use a video microscope to take a closer look at nature. They learn how these animals support the environment and what we can do to protect them. Each student gets the chance to use the microscope to zoom in and observe their unique features.

Students play a life-sized version of Snakes and Ladders, answering questions about the environment and conservation as they move through the game. It’s a fun and engaging way to build awareness of ecological issues in Aotearoa.

​Students explore how our use of water impacts animals and organisms living in streams, with a focus on stormwater, pollution and litter.

Students learn about the environmental impact of a mobile phone’s lifecycle, from production to disposal, as well as other electronics, and how we can reduce their impacts on the environment.

At the end of the visit, each student has a photo taken with their chosen Tread Lightly pledge, an action they commit to that will make a positive difference for the environment.