NIWA oceanographer Dr Natalie Robinson gives a glimpse into life as a scientist on the ice, from the many layers of warm clothes and nifty equipment she uses to the curious locals.
Discover Our Place, Scott Base! Learn about science on the ice, wildlife, the new Scott Base, climate change and more with this Antarctic activity book.
These DIY cards can be easily printed and assembled, and feature illustrations and interesting facts of well-known and not so well-known Antarctic creatures.
Learn more about Antarctica's Adélie penguins with this colouring sheet from our neighbours at the National Science Foundation.
Have a go at colouring in these swimming penguins.
Sonny heads to McMurdo Station and the famous Crary Lab where he learns about the mysterious world of sea slugs and spiders, and the scientists diving underwater in the Antarctic to study them.
Science on Ice: Episode Five- Lesson Plan
Explorer stories - Part of Lesson Plan for Science on Ice: Episode 5
How to shop for Scott Base - Part of Lesson Plan for Science on Ice: Episode 4
Science on Ice: Episode Two lesson plan
Match the scientists to the science - Part of Lesson Plan for Science on Ice: Episode 3
Virtual field trips target primary and secondary schools are closely linked to the NZ curriculum, in particular science, social studies and geography. They can also be used by other subject teachers.
Eight week learning plan about the Antarctic ecosystem and how humans adapt and survive in the environment.
Ten week learning plan for a general introduction to Antarctica.
Six week learning plan based on learner's first wonderings about Antarctica.
Eight week learning plan about Antarctic Penguins and how they look after their young.
Four week lesson plan about the different types of work people do in Antarctica.
Four week learning plan about the machines used in Antarctica for transportation.
Four-part lesson plan about the different animals that live in Antarctica and the characteristics that help them to survive.