Despite these differences, there are still parts that are appropriate. We have butterflies, frogs and fish that follow the same lifecycles, and it is interesting for children to have a look a seasons, flora and fauna in other parts of the planet.
* Examine how the Field Notebook is written. Create another page about another animal, perhaps a pet or a native animal. This page might include pictures or drawings of the animal at different stages of group, labled parts, a list of food etc.
* Visit a local waterhole, creek, pond (or any body of water) and make a list of the animals that you can see. Record these in a notebook. You could have children draw and name the animals while you are out on your walk, and then compile them into a book to share with others.