This great downloadable pdf is packed full of useful information that can be used in your lesson plans. Key facts surrounding the Takahe population, physical atributes and lifestyle are a great place to start in making the art competition both fun andeducational.

Other great takahe material that will support the class work include:


1.) Learning media in the Application Series, available July 2007 'Takahe saved from Extinction'


2.) Department of Conservation Website - www.doc.govt.nz/conservation/native-animals/birds/land-birds/takahe/


3.) Childrens Short Story 'Elwyn's Dream' to be published by Random House in early 2008


4.) Takahe posters are available from DOC offices. 


5.) A DVD on Takahe and the Burwood Bush takahe breeding unit can be provided on request to Jane Arnott on 0274 715 785.

6.) Kiwi Conservation Club: Please click here to view more information.

7.)Take the LEARNZ virtual field trip to Te Anau and follow the Takahe adults, eggs and chicks of this year's breeding season. FREE LEARNZ registration for all NZ registered teacher from 2009 onwards. Free school registration for the remainder of 2008.