Primary School Resources

This unit explores the story of the First Fleet that had great consequences for the lives of the people onboard who arrived in what we now know as Australia, and for the Aboriginal people who were already there.

Australians from the past whose actions shaped Australian history and identity, helping make the nation what it is today. The series is relevant to aspects of History, English and Civics and Citizenship at various year levels from Years 4-6 and 9-10.

What are the benefits of reflecting upon Australia’s achievements? Challenge your students with their general knowledge or trivia about Australia. For some it will be a chance to be competitive, for others, the ability to show off their general knowledge. Whatever the reason, it’s about learning, having fun… and the glory of winning. ‘Aussie Ausie Aussie’!

This classroom investigation of SIDNEY KIDMAN for UPPER PRIMARY  provides a structured set of evidence and information that allows students to explore his life, and his influence on the development of Australia.  It also involves students in the development and exercise of the questioning and researching skills required at this level – finding out by working out.

Investigating Pioneers Who Made Australia is a series of evidence-based exploration and investigation of some significant Australians from the past, whose often-herculean efforts shaped the Australian identity, and helped make the nation what it is today. These units allow students to consider what makes a pioneer, and to explore each candidate’s character and contributions to our foundations and then to ultimately decide whether the nominee qualifies for a place in the ‘hall of fame’. Meet Caroline Chisholm.

This compilation of 40 Valuable Books for Children and Teenagers – including works by many Australian authors – exposes children to our rich cultural literary heritage both in Australia and abroad, as well as meet their literary and social developmental needs.