This lesson looks at families, what makes up a family. the similarities and differences between them.

Curriculum content descriptions
ACHASSI018

Pose questions about past and present objects, people, places and events

ACHASSI019

Collect data and information from observations and identify information and data from sources provided

ACHASSI020

Sort and record information and data, including location, in tables and on plans and labelled maps

ACHASSI022

Explore a point of view

ACHASSI025

Draw simple conclusions based on discussions, observations and information displayed in pictures and texts and on maps

ACHASSI027

Present narratives, information and findings in oral, graphic and written forms using simple terms to denote the passing of time and to describe direction and location

ACHASSK028

Differences in family structures and roles today, and how these have changed or remained the same over time

ACHASSK030

Differences and similarities between students' daily lives and life during their parents’ and grandparents’ childhoods

VCGGC060

Collect and record geographical data and information from the field and other sources

VCGGC061

Represent data and the location of places and their features by constructing tables, plans and labelled maps

VCGGC062

Interpret data and information to draw conclusions and describe the direction and location of places, using terms such as north, south, opposite, near, far

VCHHC054

Identify the content features of primary sources when describing the significance of people, places or events

VCHHK059

Differences in family structures of families and the role of family groups today, and what they have in common and how these have changed or remained the same over time

VCHHK061

Differences and similarities between students' daily lives and perspectives of life during their parents’ and grandparents’ childhoods, including family traditions, leisure time and communications

HT1-1

Communicates an understanding of change and continuity in family life using appropriate historical terms

HT1-4

Demonstrates skills of historical inquiry and communication

GE1-3

Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools for inquiry

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