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Caring for Country: Introductory Lessons and Themed Activities for Primary

Cool+PrimaryFoundationYear 1 - 2EnglishLearning through literatureHumanities and Social SciencesGeographyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesSocialIndigenous Education

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This unit contains lessons aimed at introducing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives to students. These lessons are designed to build confidence in educators when sharing this topic with children and families. Students explore identity, the symbolism of flags, Connection to Country, texts by First Nations authors, and history. Teach them all, or choose lessons to support your planning.

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Introduce students to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples perspectives.

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    Thinking About Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and Cultures
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    Exploring Who We Are
    PrimaryFoundationYear 1 - 2Humanities and Social SciencesAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesHealth and Physical Education
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    Care for Country
    PrimaryFoundationYear 1 - 2Humanities and Social SciencesGeographyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
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    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
    PrimaryFoundationYear 1 - 2Humanities and Social SciencesGeographyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
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    Connecting to Country
    PrimaryFoundationYear 1 - 2Humanities and Social SciencesGeographyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
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    Acknowledging Country
    PrimaryFoundationYear 1 - 2Humanities and Social SciencesGeographyAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures

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