Kyabram's Hurley Hoefnagels, 2, channels his inner scientist using a magnifier provided in the Citizen Science Explorer Pack given to him on the day.
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Rechelle Zammit
Young readers and their families gathered at Shepparton Library for storytime, singing songs about nature before setting off on a nature walk to the Goulburn River across the road, blending storytelling with hands-on exploration.
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Guided activities encouraged participants to discover nature, observe their surroundings and engage their senses, from what they could hear and see to the scents along the way.
Curiosity was sparked through learning and play, with children taking part in activities that connected storytelling themes to the environment around them.
Time together outdoors offered families a relaxed and welcoming way to combine literacy with the natural world.
News photographer Rechelle Zammit captured the moments as young imaginations came to life through stories and nature.
Shepparton sisters Summer Fahey-Larkin, 4, and Daisy Summer Fahey-Larkin, 6, had fun colouring in their pictures.
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Rechelle Zammit
The Citizen Science Explorer Pack provided to participants had many goodies inside.
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Rechelle Zammit
River Connect's Alison White spoke briefly about the platypus.
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Rechelle Zammit
Participants were asked to take a deep breath and ponder what could they hear, see and smell.
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Rechelle Zammit
Shepparton's Nicole Salas (mum), Emiliano Salas, 2, Roberto Salas (dad) and Mateo Salas, 7, had fun colouring in trees and insects.
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Rechelle Zammit
GV Libraries’ Anne-Maree Rowley reads to the group before the outdoor adventures began.
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Rechelle Zammit
