Songlines and Trade

SecondaryYear 7Humanities and Social SciencesHistoryAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesSocialIndigenous Education

Lesson Summary

Students will explore the concept of songlines and trade for First Nations peoples throughout history. Students collaborate to participate in a trade simulation activity highlighting culturally significant archaeological artefacts.

Learning intentions

Students will:

understand the concept of songlines and trade
explore how archaeological evidence provides insight into cultural practices and traditions.

Success criteria

Students can:

describe the interconnections between First Nations peoples in Australia
participate in a trade simulation.

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Songlines and Trade

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

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