Leap into learning: Use FrogID Week as a springboard for learning

Friday 6 November to Sunday 15 November

FrogID Week is an opportunity to introduce students to citizen science, where everyday people contribute to real scientific research. By recording frog calls through the FrogID app, participants help researchers monitor frog populations and environmental change.

For educators, it offers a meaningful way to connect STEM, sustainability and digital technologies through hands-on learning, while exploring topics such as biodiversity, ecosystems, geography and data.

The week can be celebrated through structured FrogID investigations or by using frog-themed activities to enrich learning across the curriculum.

Mathematics and data

Explore measurement, estimation and problem-solving through frog-themed investigations and puzzles. Try resources from the Mathematics Hub such as:

• Statistics: Origami Frogs

• How Heavy is this Frogtin?

Challenge students to apply their understanding of data and digital technologies by collecting, analysing and representing information about frog populations. 

Science and inquiry

Investigate frog habitats, anatomy and life cycles while developing observation, research and inquiry skills. Explore opportunities for students to:

• Examine frog anatomy, life cycles and habitats.

• Research environmental factors that affect frog populations and ecosystem health. 

• Understand how everyday observations can contribute to real scientific research.

• Explore threats facing local biodiversity - learn about local animal species, the places they live and how this has changed over time.

Try these fun activities:

• Try this activity: FrogID Learning Journey

• Play Guess the Call by listening to different frog calls, from croaks to whistles, and discuss why frogs call and how different species adapt to their environments. Use the Australian Museum Frog Profiles to play audio clips for your class and practise identifying local species. For example, schools in Victoria might explore the Pobblebonk, Common Eastern Froglet or Peron's Tree Frog.

Design for biodiversity

Challenge students to apply their learning across geography, biodiversity and creative thinking to design solutions that support local ecosystems.

Explore:

• Map your school's ecosystem.

• Learn about rivers and creeks and how these places support plants, animals and people.

• Habitat design: Plan and construct a frog-friendly garden area or water bowl habitat to support local species. Support your students' scientific and creative problem-solving by strengthening their understanding of design thinking.

Literacy

Use this shared reading text exploring the life cycle of a frog and its accompanying activities to incorporate the 'Big Six' core elements of reading and development in a fun, engaging and adaptable way that aligns with the Australian Curriculum. 

For more information and classroom resources on FrogID Week visit the Australian Museum.