The Hidden Forest
by Jeannie Baker
Ages 6-10 years
When a family discovers that their local forest is threatened by development, they work with their community to save it. This story combines environmental awareness with community action and the power of collective effort.
EYLF Learning Outcomes
Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Children develop a sense of connectedness to groups and communities and an understanding of their reciprocal rights and responsibilities as active and informed citizens
Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment
Children are confident and involved learners
Children develop a growth mindset and learning dispositions such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity
