Early Stage 1 (Kindergarten) – Connecting to Place

Lesson Overview: Connecting to Place

Key Concepts:

  • Place: Understanding the significance of place in Aboriginal culture, particularly in Wiradjuri culture.
  • Observation: Developing sensory observation skills by exploring and describing the natural environment.
  • Mapping: Introducing basic mapping skills by representing familiar places visually.

Teaching Strategies:

  • Sensory Exploration: Engage students in a nature walk, encouraging them to observe their surroundings using all senses.
  • Interactive Learning: Facilitate discussions that connect observations to the concept of “Country” in Wiradjuri culture.
  • Creative Expression: Allow students to draw maps of their environment, fostering spatial awareness and understanding of place.

 

 

Relevent Unit

Aboriginal Studies | Civics and Citizenship | Creative Arts | English | Geography | History | Literacy | Science

Relevent Stage

Early Learning Stage 1 | Preschool | Stage 1

Place based learning activities for Wiradjuri Country – Dubbo, NSW (PowerPoint)

Place based learning activities for Wiradjuri Country – Dubbo, NSW (PowerPoint)

 

 

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Aboriginal Studies | Civics and Citizenship | Creative Arts | English | Geography | History | Literacy | Science

Relevent Stage

Early Learning Stage 1 | Preschool | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3

Understanding Paul Keating’s Redfern Speech

Understanding Paul Keating’s Redfern Speech

Lesson Objective: Students will explore the significance of Paul Keating’s Redfern Speech, understand its historical and cultural context, and reflect on its impact on contemporary Australian society and the reconciliation process.

By engaging with Paul Keating’s Redfern Speech, students across various year levels will develop a deeper understanding of the significance of this historic address and its ongoing relevance to the reconciliation process in Australia.

 

Relevent Stage

Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6

Yarning Circle Activity on the Significance of the Aboriginal Flag

This yarning circle activity aims to provide you with a deeper understanding of the Aboriginal flag’s significance. It equips you with discussion strategies to engage your students in meaningful conversations about the flag’s history, symbolism, and cultural importance. You could adapt this yarning activity to suit your classroom and students ability.

Relevent Unit

Aboriginal Studies | Civics and Citizenship | English | History | Literacy | PD/H/PE

Relevent Stage

Early Learning Stage 1 | Preschool | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Stage 6

Exploring Mud and Roots with First Nations Perspectives

Exploring Mud and Roots with First Nations Perspectives

Age Group

  • 2 to 3 years old

Learning Area

  • Science
  • Cultural Studies
  • Sensory Play

Duration

  • 45 minutes

Materials

  • Mud (ensure it is safe and clean for children to handle)
  • Various roots (e.g., tree roots, vegetable roots)
  • Bowls and trays for mud and roots
  • Natural brushes (made from twigs and leaves)
  • Storybook with First Nations stories about the land and nature
  • A talking stick for the yarning circle

Cultural Knowledge Background

Mud and roots hold significant value in First Nations cultures. They are often used in traditional practices, storytelling, and as symbols of connection to the land. The process of touching and interacting with these elements can teach children about their importance in maintaining a healthy environment and respecting nature.

Relevent Unit

Aboriginal Studies | Literacy | Science

Relevent Stage

Early Learning Stage 1 | Preschool | Stage 1

The Black Wattle Tree: A Lesson on Aboriginal Culture and Traditional Practices

The Black Wattle Tree: A Lesson on Aboriginal Culture and Traditional Practices

Subject: Aboriginal Studies, history, english, geography

Grade Level: could suit multiple stages

 

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Aboriginal Studies | Geography | History | Language | Literacy

Relevent Stage

Early Learning Stage 1 | Preschool | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5

Mabo Day and Reconciliation – Stage 4 (7 & 8) English

Objective: Students will explore the significance of Mabo Day, understand its relevance to Reconciliation Week, and discuss its importance in the context of the 2024 theme, “Now more than ever.”

Materials:

  • Access to the AIATSIS website on Eddie Koiki Mabo here
  • Video projector or computers for students
  • Worksheet (provided)
  • Pens and notebooks

Relevent Unit

Aboriginal Studies | Civics and Citizenship | English | History | Literacy

Relevent Stage

Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5

Appropriate Terminologies for First Nations People – Lesson 2

Students are introduced to the important cultural protocols, such as the use of appropriate terminologies when referring to First Nations people, that are still observed today by First Nations people. This is lesson 2 of a 3 lesson focus on appropriate terminologies. This lesson focuses on the class exploring the TIPIAC Appropriate Terminologies document and answering questions on the lesson worksheet.

 

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Aboriginal Studies | Civics and Citizenship | English | Geography | History | Literacy

Relevent Stage

Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5 | Year 7 | Year 8

Appropriate Terminologies for First Nations People Lesson 1

Students are introduced to how First Nations people identify themselves today.  This is lesson 1 of a 2 lesson focus with the class watching a short clip and answering questions from a worksheet.

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Aboriginal Studies | Creative Arts | Geography | Literacy | Science

Relevent Stage

Stage 3 | Stage 4 | Stage 5

Year 10 History. 1967 Referendum: Lessons 2 – 7

Grade Level: Year 10

Subject Area: History

Duration: 2 – 7 lessons

Year 10 History

Building Modern Australia

AC9HH10K10: the contributions of significant individuals and groups in the campaign for the recognition of the rights of First Nations Australians and the extent to which they brought change to Australian society.

AC9HH10K11: the significant events and methods in the movement for the civil rights of First Nations Australians and the extent to which they contributed to change.

 

The Globalising World

AC9HH10K18: continuities and changes in perspectives, responses, beliefs and values that have influenced the Australian way of life

 

Historical Perspectives and Interpretations

AC9HH10S06: compare perspectives in sources and explain how these are influenced by significant events, ideas, locations, beliefs and values.

Communicating

Ac9HH10S08: create descriptions, explanations and historical arguments, using historical knowledge, concepts and terms that incorporate and acknowledge evidence from sources.

Relevent Unit

History

Relevent Stage

Stage 5

Year 9 History. 1967 Referendum: Lessons 2 – 4.

Grade Level: Year 9

Subject Area: History

Duration: 2 – 3 lessons

Year 9 History

Questioning and Research

AC9HH8S01: develop historical questions about the past to inform historical inquiry

AC9HH8S02: locate and identify primary and secondary sources to use in historical inquiry

Using Historical Sources

AC9HH8S03: identify the origin, content, context and purpose of primary and secondary sources

Historical Perspectives and Interpretations

AC9HH8S07: explain historical interpretations about significant events, individuals and groups

AC9HH9S06: compare perspectives in sources and explain how these are influenced by significant events, ideas, locations, beliefs and values

Communicating

AC9HH8S07: explain historical interpretations about significant events, individuals and groups

Relevent Unit

History

Relevent Stage

Stage 5

Year 8 History. 1967 Referendum: Lessons 2-4

Grade Level: Year 8

Subject Area: History

Duration: 2-3 lessons

Relevent Unit

History

Relevent Stage

Stage 4