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This 12-lesson unit introduces Grade 7 students to Ancient Australia through engaging, concept-rich lessons. Multiple lessons can comfortably extend beyond one sixty-minute session. No assessment task is included, allowing this unit to fit seamlessly into your school’s existing assessment structure while building strong foundational knowledge, vocabulary, and historical understanding. What’s Included:12 PowerPoints (PDF and editable)12 Lesson Plans (PDF)10 Worksheets (PDF & editable) plus Surv

Explore Songlines, trade, war, ceremony and funeral practices in Deep Time Australia with this collection of 3 lessons designed for Year 7 students. These lessons examine how First Nations Australians built and sustained complex cultural systems across the continent, connecting people to Country, each other, and the spiritual world through movement, exchange, ceremony, and law over tens of thousands of years. Lesson 1: SonglinesStudents explore how First Nations Songlines explain the formation

Embark on an exciting journey through Australia's deep time history with this engaging bundle of 3 lessons for Year 7 students! Dive into the ancient world of Sahul, explore the migration of the First Australians, and experience the survival challenges of early human settlers through interactive activities and creative projects. Lesson 1: Investigating SahulStudents will map the ancient landmasses of Sahul and Sunda using BOLTSS, uncovering how the continents evolved over millions of years. They

Students explore how First Nations Songlines explain the formation of the land and function as powerful systems of memory and navigation across Deep Time. Through iconic Australian landmarks, learners investigate how ancestral journeys shaped Country and how stories were used to remember places, routes, and meaning long before written maps. This lesson can comfortably run across two 60-minute sessions if discussions are rich and more of the recommended video is used. What’s IncludedPowerPoint (P

Students explore how First Nations Australians developed extensive trade networks across the continent, and how trade, technology, and conflict were shaped by environment, resources, and climate change over Deep Time. Through mapped trade routes, real artefacts, and scenario-based inquiry, learners investigate key traded goods such as pearl shell, greenstone, ochre, drums, and pituri, as well as specialised trade routes and weapons of war. This lesson can comfortably run across two 60-minute ses

Students explore how ceremonies and rites of passage shaped daily life, identity, and belief systems in Ancient Australia. Through a life-stage timeline, First Nations voices, artefacts, and field-notes–style visual notetaking, learners investigate how birth, initiation, marriage, Elderhood, and death were understood and practised across different First Nations language groups. What’s IncludedPowerPoint (PDF and editable)Lesson Plan (PDF)Deep Time History of Australia UnitWk.1 L.1: First Nations

This comprehensive bundle is designed to lay a strong foundation for students undertaking a Deep Time History of Australia, focusing on respect, understanding deep time, and exploring the rich sources of ancient Australia. In the first lesson, students will delve into the significance of cultural respect while learning about the ancient past. They will explore the importance of acknowledging and honoring the traditions and protocols of First Nations people, setting the tone for a thoughtful and

Students explore how First Nations Australians used sustainable technologies to care for Country. Using real artefacts and inquiry routines like See–Think–Wonder, learners analyse tools such as bark canoes and wallaby traps, investigate firestick farming, and reflect on cultural approaches to environmental responsibility. What’s IncludedPowerPoint (PDF and editable)Lesson Plan (PDF)Artefact Analysis Worksheet (PDF and editable)Deep Time History of Australia UnitWk.1 L.1: First Nat

Unearth the stewardship of First Nations Australians with this collection of 3 lessons designed for Year 7 students! These lessons explore the deep and enduring connections to Country, revealing intricate cultural systems, sustainable practices, and powerful stories of environmental stewardship across millennia. Lesson 1: Kinship & Totems Students investigate moiety, skin names, and totems to understand the deep social and cultural systems that connect people, Country, and community. Through Dr

Students uncover the rich geography of the Torres Strait Islands and the stewardship of the people that live there. Using the flag as a framing tool, learners explore connections between People, Land, Sea, Sky and Culture through sources like 19th-century lithographs, Dreamtime stories and artefacts, and reflect on contemporary environmental issues. What’s IncludedPowerPoint (PDF and editable)Lesson Plan (PDF)Flag Annotation Worksheet (PDF and editable)Deep Time History of Australia UnitWk.1 L

Students investigate moiety, skin names, and totems to understand the deep social and cultural systems that connect people, Country, and community. Through Dreaming stories, map exploration, and a personal totem research task, learners build cultural knowledge and reflect on sustainability. What’s IncludedPowerPoint (PDF and editable)Lesson Plan (PDF)Personal Totem Worksheet (PDF and editable)Deep Time History of Australia UnitWk.1 L.1: First Nations Protocols & Cultural RespectWk.1 L.2: Underst

Engage your middle school students with this fun and educational geography card set focused on renewable and non-renewable resources! This set includes 36 cards featuring various resources that students can sort into renewable and non-renewable categories, as well as a 6-pack of blank cards for customization. Use these cards in a variety of ways to teach about the importance of conservation, sustainability, and responsible use of resources. You can have students work independently or in groups t

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Khmer/Angkor Empire with our collection of ten historical fiction stories. Each story offers a glimpse into the daily lives of diverse groups during this fascinating era. From Apsara dancers to Khmer warriors, fishermen to monks, these narratives provide a slice of life and explore various aspects of Khmer society. To enhance the learning experience, each story is accompanied by a vocabulary guide, helping students expand the

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Feudal Japan with our collection of ten historical fiction stories. Each story offers a glimpse into the daily lives of diverse groups during this fascinating era. From kimono weavers to ninjas, farmers to samurai, these narratives provide a slice of life and explore various aspects of Feudal Japan society. To enhance the learning experience, each story is accompanied by a vocabulary guide, helping students expand their understan

Step back in time and immerse your students in the captivating world of the Middle Ages with our collection of ten historical fiction stories. Each story offers a glimpse into the daily lives of diverse groups during this fascinating era. From peasants to knights, inquisitors to thieves, these narratives provide a slice of life perspective on various aspects of Middle Ages society. Each story begins with a beautifully designed front cover that sets the tone for the adventure that lies within. As

Engage your students with 10 fun and thought-provoking Ancient Egypt questions! Spark curiosity and critical thinking as your students explore fascinating topics such as pharaohs, deities, and mummies. Perfect for bell-ringers, writing prompts, or discussion starters, these interactive questions will captivate your students' interest and deepen their knowledge of Ancient Egypt. Download now for an engaging history activity!

This resource includes 20 thought-provoking writing prompts that encourage critical thinking and reflection on various topics related to civics and government. These prompts cover a wide range of topics, including citizenship, types of government, the law, human rights, and more. Designed for middle school students, each prompt is accompanied by guiding questions or visuals to help students explore the issue in depth. These prompts are perfect for use in the classroom, as homework assignments, o

This engaging resource is designed to help learners of all ages expand their Japanese animal vocabulary. Key Features: Comprehensive Animal Set: This set includes 30 common animals, each accompanied by its corresponding Japanese word. From domestic pets to wild creatures, learners will have a diverse range of animals to discover.Multiple Language Versions: To cater to learners at different proficiency levels, each animal card is presented in various language versions. You will find cards featuri

Looking for an engaging activity to teach persuasive writing to your Grade 6-7 students? Check out our Persuasive Device Bingo resource! This resource includes four prefilled and two blank bingo cards to help students identify and practice using persuasive devices. Additionally, there are three short persuasive speeches to read aloud, allowing students to cross off the devices they hear. Perfectly aligned with the Australian Curriculum, this resource also offers three unique teaching ideas and p

Engage your students in a fun and interactive way to learn and review essential business vocabulary with these 'I Have Who Has' cards. Perfect for small groups or the whole class, this resource includes 30 cards with a range of key business terms and definitions. Easy to use and great for reinforcing vocabulary, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.