Game Education

Game Education

Creating intrinsic motivation to learn ecological concepts by game approach such as board game, orientation etc.

《Law of the Forest》 Activity Series

《Law of the Forest》 Board Game Introduction

《Law of the Forest》 is the first and only Hong Kong board game with the theme of local forest ecology and biodiversity, which was designed and published by OWLHK. Through the game’s mechanism “survival of the fittest”, students will learn about the concept of food chain and the relationship between forest creatures, as well as the impact of human activities on forest ecosystems.

Introduction to 《Law of the Forest》Activity Series

《Law of the Forest》 activity series is one of our Environmental Education Programs for Schools, which features Indoor Board Game, Forest Exploration, and Activity Day. The activities centered around the theme and teaching approach of 《Law of the Forest》 and designed to align with the schools’ curriculum. Through these activities, students can learn about ecological concepts such as food chain, biological classification and relationships. While enjoying the game-based learning experience, students’ motivation to learn are ultimately enhanced.

Learning Objective

  1. To understand and appreciate the forest ecology and biodiversity in Hong Kong
  2. To learn about ecological concepts related to forests
  3. To explore the impact of human activities on forests and learn to love nature

《Law of the Forest》Activity Day Hot Choice!

Duration
1-hour Indoor and 2-hour Outdoor
Location
School indoor venue, Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve or Aberdeen Country Park
Target
P.4 - P.6 and F.1 - F.6 students
Activity Rundown
  • 15 mins《Hong Kong Biodiversity and Forest Ecology》brief talk
  • 45 mins《Law of the Forest》board game activity in groups, sharing and summary
  • 2 hours outdoor forest field trip
Field Trip Format
  • Understanding about forest environment and local wildlife through carrying out game-based tasks
  • Exploration with five senses, enjoy and connect with the forest
Tutor to Student Ratio
1:8
Language
Cantonese or English
Remarks
The above rundown does not include the traveling time between school and field trip location. The applicant school is responsible for arranging transportation.

《Law of the Forest》Indoor Board Game Activity

Duration
1.5 hours
Location
School indoor venue
Target
P.4 - P.6 and F.1 - F.6 students
Activity Rundown
  • 15 mins《Hong Kong Biodiversity and Forest Ecology》brief talk
  • 1 hour 15 mins《Law of the Forest》board game activity in groups、sharing and summary
Tutor to Primary Student Ratio
1:8
Tutor to Secondary Student Ratio
1:12
Language
Cantonese or English

《Law of the Forest》 Forest Exploration

Duration
2.5 hours
Location
Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve or Aberdeen Country Park
Target
P.4 - P.6 and F.1 - F.6 students
Field Trip Activity Format
  • Understanding about forest environment and local wildlife through carrying out game-based tasks
  • Exploration with five senses, enjoy and connect with the forest
Tutor to Student Ratio
1:8
Language
Cantonese or English
Remarks
The above rundown does not include the traveling time between school and field trip location. The applicant school is responsible for arranging transportation.

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