Knowledge and Understanding
Based on the Australian Curriculum, Knowledge and Understanding in F-6/7 HASS Year 6 includes:
- History Concepts for developing understanding The content in the history sub-strand provides opportunities for students to develop historical understanding through key concepts including sources, continuity a...
- Geography Concepts for developing understanding The content in the geography sub-strand provides opportunities to develop students' understanding of place, space, environment, interconnection and change. S...
- Civics and citizenship Concepts for developing understanding The content in the civics and citizenship sub-strand provides opportunities for students to develop understanding about government and democracy, laws and citizen...
- Economics and business Concepts for developing understanding The content in the economics and business sub-strand develops key ideas, with a focus on developing students' understanding of opportunity cost and why decis...
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The Path of a Bill - Worksheet
Demonstrate understanding of the path of a bill in Australia with this one-page printable worksheet.
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Proposing a New Law - Worksheet
Propose a new law for your classroom or country with this guided Civic and Citizenship worksheet.
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Australian Immigration Posters
A set of 7 posters that describe the impact immigration had on shaping Australia as a nation.
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Anh Do Migration Comprehension
A comprehension task investigating the Do family story of immigration to Australia.
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Australia Becomes a Nation - Assessment
An assessment to demonstrate an understanding of Australian Federation.
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The Australian Constitution - Fact Sheet
A fact sheet to use in the classroom for exploring the Australian Constitution
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Support and Opposition For Federation - Fact Sheet
A fact sheet to use in the classroom for exploring Australian Federation.
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Pros and Cons of Becoming a Federation Poster
A poster displaying the pros and cons of Australia becoming a federation.
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Biography of an Immigrant Writing Project
Uncover the untold stories of migrants with an enriching biography research project for upper primary students.
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Migrant Life Writing Prompts
Spark thoughtful classroom discussions and meaningful writing about migrant life with these engaging writing prompts for upper primary students.
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Bills and Laws in Australia Teaching Slides
Discover how bills become Australian law with this comprehensive teaching presentation.
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Bills and Laws in Australia Flipbook
Discover how bills become Australian law with this student-directed inquiry task.
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Bills and Laws in Australia – Word Wall
Learn vocabulary related to bills and laws in Australia with this set of 16 word wall cards.
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The Australian Citizenship Pledge - Cloze Worksheet
Familiarise your students with the Australian citizenship pledge with this cloze passage worksheet.
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The Role of the Monarchy in Australia's Parliamentary System - Mini-Book
Discover the role of the monarchy in Australia’s parliamentary system with this informative printable mini-book.
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The Roles in Australia’s Government - Interactive Activity
Learn key vocabulary terms related to the roles and responsibilities of Australia’s three levels of government with this digital ‘mystery picture’ activity.
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The Roles in Australia's Government - Match-Up Activity
Learn key vocabulary terms related to the roles and responsibilities of Australia’s three levels of government with this set of hands-on match-up cards.
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Acclimatised Civilisations: Inuit Territories – Workbook
Learn about the physical and human geography of the Inuit Territories with this inquiry-based mapping activity.
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Acclimatised Civilisations: India – Workbook
Learn about the physical and human geography of the continent of India with this inquiry-based mapping activity.
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Traits of Good Citizens - Match-Up Activity
Identify and match characteristics of good citizens with this vocabulary-building activity.
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Forms of Government – Flashcards and Sorting Activity
A set of flashcards for students to review the various forms of government and sort them into categories.
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NAIDOC 2021 – Heal Country! - Crossword Puzzle
A puzzle related to key concepts of the NAIDOC theme.
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NAIDOC 2021 – Heal Country! - Word Search (Middle Years)
A puzzle related to key concepts of the NAIDOC theme.
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NAIDOC 2021 – Heal Country! - Worksheet (Middle/Upper Years)
A worksheet for students to reflect on the NAIDOC theme as it relates to them.
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Acclimatised Civilisations – Word Wall
Content-specific vocabulary cards for a word wall based on the Acclimatised Civilisations Geography resources.
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Why Teach About Racism? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about racism.
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Why Teach About the NSW Freedom Ride? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about the NSW Freedom Ride.
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Why Teach About Aboriginal Identity? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about Aboriginal identity.
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Why Teach About Strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
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Why Teach About Bunduk Marika? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about notable Aboriginal woman, Bunduk Marika.
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Why Teach About Oodgeroo Noonuccal? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about notable Aboriginal woman, Oodgeroo Noonuccal.
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Why Teach About David Unaipon? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about David Unaipon.