This lesson plan was developed by Curriculum Corporation. Description Students examine the role of transportation in getting goods to market by designing suitable packaging and preparing an export report. Purpose For students to understand that transport is a service that is an essential component in the exchange of goods and services. There will be links with other learning areas such as Technology and English. Discuss the role transport plays in the exchange of goods and services with the class.
Transport is a service which relies on other services.
Some goods cannot be transported without storage and special packaging. Goods can be stored in a variety of ways. Individually or in bulk, on shelves, in boxes or in large containers. Packaging has become an essential part of the transport of goods and helps make sure goods and products arrive safely. No Humpty Dumpty Students imagine being packaging experts.