How about learning about fauna and flora through play? That's Eco Park's proposal for this July vacation.
Until the 28th, during the weekends, children and adults who visit the space designed to tell the story of man's relationship with animals will learn through play about the history and routine of each species and the importance of environmental conservation.
The program starts first thing in the morning at Fazendinha. Visitors will be able to play tic-tac-toe, ring toss and memory games. They can test their skills at dominoes, five marias, spinning tops and even Who Am I? To make the fun even more lively, the children can paint their faces.
"Eco Park's proposal is to offer children a playful space, away from screens and, above all, a connection with nature. That's why we've selected activities that stimulate the imagination, bring back the classic games that are always in evidence, but all with an educational purpose," explained Igor Morais, Eco Park's Institutional Coordinator.
Workshops
On the 13th (Saturday) and 14th (Sunday), in addition to the games, both children and adults will be able to take part in the Owl workshop: "What the owl told me!".
The main theme of the activity is to demystify one of the most significant birds, including a demonstration of weighing, jumping and feeding. At the end, everyone will have the opportunity to make their own owl mask.
On the 20th (Saturday) and 21st (Sunday) the theme will be Environmental Enrichment: "My gift to my animal friend!".
The visitors themselves will make materials to enrich the way the food is presented to the animals. And, of course, feed them. These include rabbits, goats, llamas and guinea pigs.
On the last weekend of the vacations, the program will be intensified. On Friday (26) there will be a workshop on Animal Nutrition: "Who eats what?". The aim is to show the differences and dietary needs of each species. After the theoretical activity, the children will prepare the food and follow the distribution carried out by the keeper.
On the 27th and 28th, the theme will be: "Who Painted the Jaguar?". In this workshop, developed in partnership with the Onças do Iguaçu project, drawings of jaguars will be distributed and each visitor will personalize their own. The drawings will be collected and exhibited in November, in celebration of Jaguar Day.
Everything included
To take part in the activities, all you have to do is buy an Eco Park ticket. Iguaçu residents pay R$15. Children up to the age of six get in free. Residents of the municipalities surrounding the Iguaçu National Park and Itaipu Lake have special discounts.
Eco Park is located next to the Dreams Park Show Complex on the Cataratas Highway, less than five minutes from the entrance to the National Park. It is open daily from 9am to 5pm. In addition to the program at Fazendinha, you can watch the Criollo Horse and Birds of Prey shows, and visit the Bird Immersion aviary.
