Humanities and Social Sciences
In a world that is increasingly culturally diverse and dynamically interconnected, it is important that students come to understand their world, past and present, and develop a capacity to respond to challenges, now and in the future, in innovative, informed, personal and collective ways.
The Australian Curriculum for the Humanities and Social Sciences plays an important role in harnessing students’ curiosity and imagination about the world they live in and empowers them to actively shape their lives; make reflective, informed decisions; value their belonging in a diverse and dynamic society; and positively contribute locally, nationally, regionally and globally.
Thinking about and responding to issues requires an understanding of different perspectives; the key historical, geographical, political, economic and societal factors involved; and how these different factors interrelate. The Humanities and Social Sciences in F–6/7, which encompasses the knowledge and understandings of history, geography, civics and citizenship, and economics and business, gives students a deep understanding of the world they live in from a range of perspectives, past and present, and encourages them to develop an appreciation and respect for social, cultural and religious diversity.
The Australian Curriculum for the Humanities and Social Sciences empowers students to shape change by developing a range of skills to enable them to make informed decisions and solve problems. The subject provides students with the skills, behaviours and capabilities that will equip them to face challenges in their lifetime and to participate in and contribute to the wellbeing and sustainability of the environment, the economy and society. Through studying Humanities and Social Sciences, students are given opportunities to develop their ability to question, think critically, solve problems, communicate effectively, make decisions and adapt to change.
Through the Humanities and Social Sciences, students become well placed to contribute to Australia’s ideas of a cohesive society, sustainable environment, productive economy and stable democracy.
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Australia Day Cloze Worksheet
A cloze activity based on information about Australia Day.
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The Continent of Australia PowerPoint
A 20 slide editable PowerPoint template to use when introducing students to the geographical features of Australia.
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Then and Now - Toy Dominoes
A set of 12 domino playing cards for students to match pictures of toys from the past with the present.
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Comparing Communication Devices from Past to Present - Worksheet
A worksheet for students to compare communication devices from the past with the present.
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Describing Toys Past and Present - Worksheet
A worksheet for students to describe the features of past and present toys.
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What Toy Am I? - Toy Definition Match Up Game
A set of 20 puzzle cards for students to match pictures of toys to their definition.
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The Torres Strait Islander Flag - Poster and Worksheet
A poster and worksheet of the Torres Strait Islander flag.
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The Australian Flag Poster and Worksheet
A poster and worksheet of the Australian Flag.
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Australian History Timeline
A worksheet for students to record information about four significant Australian events.
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Map of the Regions of Asia
A map showing the layout, regions and major countries of Asia.
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Australia-Centred World Map
Teach your students about the continents, oceans and countries of the world with this Australia-centred world map.
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A British Penal Colony - Teaching Slides
A 25 slide editable PowerPoint presentation to use when teaching students about the British colonisation of Australia.
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Australian Immigration Timeline
A 3 page timeline to display in the classroom when learning about Australian immigration.
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Convict Identification Cards - Template
A convict identification card template to use in the classroom when learning about the convicts of the First Fleet.
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Ships of the First Fleet - Writing Templates
A set of 3 ship templates to use in the classroom when learning about the ships of the First Fleet.
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The Election Cycle - Poster
Explore the Australian election cycle with this informative classroom poster.
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Timeline of James Cook's First Voyage on the Endeavour
A historical timeline to display in the classroom when learning about James Cook's voyage to Australia.
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Australian Convict Life Posters
5 posters highlighting information regarding the lives of convicts in Australia.
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Eureka Stockade Fact Sheet and Comprehension Questions
A fact sheet and comprehension task to use when learning about The Eureka Stockade.
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The Natural Environment of Africa PowerPoint
A 17 slide editable PowerPoint template to use when introducing students to the climate, vegetation and animals of Africa.
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Tiddalick the Frog Dreaming Story Sequencing Activity Cards
Use these Tiddalick the Frog sequencing activity cards as a resource for teaching Australian Dreaming Stories.
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Original Inhabitants PowerPoint
A 43 slide editable PowerPoint presentation to use when teaching students about the original inhabitants of Australia.
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Life on the Goldfields Poster
A poster highlighting information about what life was like on the goldfields.
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Mapping a Journey – Worksheet
A worksheet that allows students to create a map of a journey when exploring local places.
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Chinese New Year Fact Sheet
A fact sheet covering important facts and traditions of Chinese New Year.
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Blank Map of Australia - Template
Record and represent data about the location of significant places with this printable blank map of the continent of Australia.
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What is a Wetland? Poster
A poster with information about the plant life, climate and annual rainfall that characterise a wetland environment.
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What is a Rainforest? Poster
A poster with information about the plant life, climate and annual rainfall that characterise a rainforest environment.
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What is a Desert? Poster
A poster with information about the plant life, climate and annual rainfall that characterise a desert environment.
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Australian Map Puzzle
Help your students build understanding of the map of Australia with this interactive game.
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Exploring How People and Places Affect One Another - Geography Word Wall Vocabulary
63 exploring the affects of people and places vocabulary cards.
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British Colonisation Areas in Australia - 1846 Map and Worksheet
A map to display in the classroom when learning about areas in Australian that were colonised by the British in 1846.