We will explore the origins of Australia Day to understand that people hold different points of view about when and how this day should be celebrated or commemorated.
 

Curriculum content descriptions
ACHASSK064

Days and weeks celebrated or commemorated in Australia (including Australia Day, Anzac Day, and National Sorry Day) and the importance of symbols and emblems

ACHASSK065

Celebrations and commemorations in places around the world (for example, Chinese New Year in countries of the Asia region, Bastille Day in France, Independence Day in the USA), including those that are observed in Australia (for example, Christmas Day, Diwali, Easter, Hanukkah, the Moon Festival and Ramadan)

AC9HS3K02

Significant events, symbols and emblems that are important to Australiaโ€™s identity and diversity, and how they are celebrated, commemorated or recognised in Australia, including Australia Day, Anzac Day, NAIDOC Week, National Sorry Day, Easter, Christmas, and other religious and cultural festivals

Linked Resources & Activities
  • Resource Year: F 1 2 3 +3

    Posing Questions

    This poster has been designed as a visual reminder of the importance of asking questions about the past. Incorporate as part of your HASS...

  • Presentation Year: 3

    Point of View - Presentation

    This resource has been created to support the Year 3 Unit of Work- Significant Events, Symbols and Emblems. This PowerPoint supports this un...

  • Resource Year: F 1 2 3 +3

    Point of View

    This poster has been designed as a visual reminder of what a point of view is and that people have different perspectives on events that occ...

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