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Hobart Audio Clip

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this ESL worksheet, students listen to an audio clip about Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania. Students answer 14 questions about the audio clip.
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Australian Legends

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students discover legends of Australia and compare them to Biblical stories.  In this Australian legends lesson, students discuss the Australian "Stories of the Dreaming" and their purpose in Australian culture.  Students work...
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Hobart Comprehension Questions

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this ESL worksheet, students answer 14 questions about Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania. Students also listen and complete the gaps in the transcript.
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Francis Firebrace

For Students 4th - 8th
In this famous person learning exercise, learners read a passage about Francis Firebrace and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews,...
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Pieces of the World

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars locate Australia in relation to rest of world, read poem Pieces of the World by Mervyn James, explore kinds of journeys that Australians have made, and examine their effects - the emotions, the realities and the...
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Papunya Dot Paintings

For Teachers K - 12th
Young scholars create examples of Papunya Dot Paintings using brushes, tempera or acrylic paints, dowel rods, and paper in this Art lesson for any grade or ability level. Examples of Papunya Dot Paintings are included as resource links.
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Children's Realism

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers use a leading question in order to create context for the lesson plan. The problem of paying attention to students is discussed in groups. An answer to the problem appears that adults should know the desire of children of...
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Warlugulong

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Students explore and appreciate variety of ways in which environment can be depicted for range of purposes. They compare different representations of place and environment, and analyze ways information is being communicated.
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Myth of the Western Man

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students identify ways in which history and culture influence identity. They make a time-line and research dates to identify their significance, as well as, create a self portrait pictorially or verbally, that explores the complexity of...
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Dig Magazine Archeology Quiz #55

For Students 4th - 5th
In this Dig Magazine archeology quiz, students answer 4 multiple choice questions that complement the April 2006 issue. Page contains answer and additional resources link.
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Participants are challenged to create several different sorting groups for the set of images.

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine the influence of interaction with other cultures and the environment in relation to calendars. They also look at the origins of the calendar we use every day.
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Australian Mammals: Evolutionary Development as a Result of Geographic Isolation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students comprehend the difference between monotremes, marsupials, and placental mammals. They are able to compare and contrast these organisms (Australian mammals) with other mammals. Students are able to identify Australian mammals.
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Facts about Indigenous people Jigsaw

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars examine facts which address common myths and misconceptions. They recognize the resulting racism, prejudice and discrimination. Students brainstorm for common myths based on the stereotyping of Indigenous people.
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Indigenous People Day

For Students 5th - 10th
Do you know why we celebrate the International Day of the World's Indigenous People? Did you even know we celebrate this day? After reading a short passage about this international celebration, scholars answer true or false questions,...
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Popular Culture & Diversity

For Teachers 4th - 8th
The topic of cultural diversity is explored with the use of pop songs and lyrics. As a way to celebrate Harmony Day, small groups read, reflect, and present their opinions on how the lyrics they analyzed have expressed a statement of...
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Broken Promises

For Students 4th - 5th Standards
This comprehension worksheet asks readers to respond to a series of questions based on an article about the treatment of native peoples.
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Analysing Scientific Explanations for Megafauna Extinction

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students compare explanations for Australian's megafauna extinctions and identify reasons for popular acceptance of certain scientific explanations. They debate and analyze scientific explanations.
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Mixing Up the Melting Pot

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the cultures of indigenous peoples and how they have or have not assimilated into modern society. They create reports with recommendations on how the Nukak of Columbia could be assimilated into society.
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Multicultural and Anti-racism Activities Brainstorm

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students explore reasons for and effects of racism. They discuss issues of discrimination. Students complete various activities to explore anti-racism and discover ways to encourage multicultural practices.
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Australia: Country Information

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs, a great overview of all things having to do with Australia. Explore studying in Australia, visiting or migrating there, learn about the people, economy, culture, religion, history, and...
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National Museum of Australia: First Australians

For Students 9th - 10th
A special exhibition that highlights the first two Indigenous groups in Australia. Discover much information on the culture of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and find out what it would be like to be a part of their family.
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Google Cultural Institute: Marlbatharndu Wanggagu Once Upon a Time in the West

For Students 9th - 10th
Photographic exhibit tells the story of the history of the North Western Australian Aboriginal people while integrating storytelling, cultural heritage, and contemporary art.
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Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: World Geography: Aborigines

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students develop and express claims through discussions and writing which examine the origins and experiences of the Aborigine people and evaluate their effectiveness in preserving their culture.
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National Museum of Australia: Oscar's Sketchbook

For Students 9th - 10th
In this interactive museum exhibit, flip through the pages of this aboriginal man's sketchbook from Queensland, Australia in the 1880s.