When did Aboriginal tribes arrive in Australia? When were the Sydney Olympic Games hosted? Review some major events in Australian history with this timeline activity worksheet.

Young explorers investigate Australian Aboriginal culture by listening to traditional Dreamtime stories and examining dot paintings created by Aboriginal artists. In addition, they locate the country on maps, discuss the geography of...

Who or what is an Australian? Discover a plethora of student-centered, engaging activity ideas on the question of Australian identity, organized according to five major themes: people, symbols, place, sport, and words.

Students explore political parties by researching world history in class. In this Australian government lesson plan, students identify the term "federation" and discuss the elements of Australian politics. Students analyze a map of...

Here is your must-have resource for celebrating Australia Day with youngsters! It includes research activities, popular Australian songs, tracing and coloring worksheets, and other several other great printables.

At the heart of this resource is a beautifully detailed PowerPoint presentation (provided in PDF form) on the overall physical geography of Australia, basic facts about the country, Aboriginal history, and Australia culture and lifestyle.

Students research Australian History as it relates to the separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families. In this Maurie Japarta Ryan lesson plan, students apply specific skills pertaining...

Students examine the notion of terra nullius, the idea under which Australia was settled. Then they compare the economic and social outcomes for Australia's indigenous people under terra nullius with those of other indigenous peoples...

Your youngsters will be experts on the geography of Australia after working with these activities and worksheets, which review the continent's weather, major landforms, dimensions, history, and climate.

Students enhance their knowledge about the history of Australia.  In this World History instructional activity, students engage in a teacher-led classroom discussion about Australia's history, then write a journal depicting the...

Young scholars define institutional racism and consider its effects on various groups in society. They discuss what other groups besides Indigenous Australians have experienced institutional racism in Australia? Students research...

Fourth graders are introduced to Australian animals through a PowerPoint presentation. They choose an animal of interest and conduct in-depth research using several websites. They design a presentation with their findings.

Seventh graders explore the inventors or inventions from Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Students explore the contribution made by Chinese communities to the Australian diet and how Chinese immigrants have affected Chinese culture.

Students explore different cultural influences and their contribution to Australian identities. They reflect on their own backgrounds and making links with their peers, reflect on our heritage. Students view My family- My Australia,...

Students explore symbols of nationalism and consider their relevance today. Students listen to national anthems of various countries, discuss sentiments that songs and lyrics invoke, research history of anthems and countries they...

Ninth graders examine the term multiculturalism.  In this Cross Curricular History and Social Studies lesson, 9th graders analyze a video clip.  Students investigate the requirements for becoming a citizen in Australia.

Students 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 practicalities.

Eighth graders research Ancient Egyptian gods and their functions. Using the internet, 8th graders explore Ancient Egyptian history. Using computer technology (Photo Story or PowerPoint), students create a presentation. They explain...

Young scholars investigate the role of Chinese newspapers in the Australian Chinese community, both in the early 20th century and today. They identify the role of ethnic newspapers.

Climbing Mount Everest is a dream for many mountaineers, and for a lucky few, it's a hard-fought accomplishment. Learn more about the important role Sherpas play in Mount Everest expeditions, including Sir Edmund Hillary's famous...

Students understand that Australia is the smallest continent, locate it on a map and sing about the continents. In this Australia lesson, students listen to facts about Australia and complete a book about information they have learned.

Students tie together planet names with Greek mythology. Students browse thru a dictionary to see where exactly these names came from and what significance they have. Students explore the origins of some English words.

Students investigate journalism by researching a list of articles. For this story analysis lesson, students read several current event articles and answer a list of study questions as a group. Students summarize the article and share the...