The Hidden Forest is a picture book which introduces us to the wonders of the underwater world. Using it to introduce students to upcoming snorkelling experience was also a hook into some deep thinking. Our students are practicing philosophical thinking; noticing, observing, discussing, provoking, challenging and most of all, questioning.
Some of the key ideas were connected to the inspiration and challenges offered if we are to explore an unknown environment. It inspired many to think about how we can treat the sea with more respect.
- Only hunt sea creatures if you absolutely have to
- Observation leads to understanding
- Balance
- Face your fears
- Nature is equal to us
We noticed that the book had many layers of meaning and that it meant different things to different people. We eventually chose the question of overfishing to dig deeper into. Again, real quality thinking.
- Fishing seasons
- Limits and quotas (and some interesting discussion about these)
- Protection for endangered species
- No drag nets or other big nets
- Stop factory fishing ships
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