Civics Teaching Resources
Browse civics activities, worksheets, games and more created by teachers to help teachers like you teach your students about the underpinnings of Australian democracy. From resources that explore the rights and responsibilities of citizens of Australia to activities that require students to examine our democratic and legal institutions, this collection has everything you need for your primary classroom.
Teach early years students about the helpers in your community, break down the differences between our three levels of government and identify the symbols of Australia with digital and printable resources that are aligned with the Australian curriculum.
Each teacher-created resource has undergone careful review by a member of the Teach Starter teacher team to ensure it's ready for you, your lesson plans and your students.
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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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The Senate Infographic Poster
A poster to display in the classroom explaining the structure of the Senate.
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The House of Representatives Infographic Poster
A poster to display in the classroom explaining the structure of the House of Representatives.
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Separation of Powers Infographic Poster
A poster to display in the classroom explaining how the powers of Parliament are separated between the Judiciary, Executive Government, and Parliament.
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Parliament of Australia Infographic Poster
A poster to display in the classroom that explains the Parliament of Australia.
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The Roles and Responsibilities of Australia's Three Levels of Government - PowerPoint
Explore the roles and responsibilities of Australia's federal, state and local governments with this informative teaching presentation.
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Australia's Three Levels of Government - Triarama Activity
Explore the roles and responsibilities of Australia's three levels of government with this hands-on learning task.
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The Election Cycle - Poster
Explore the Australian election cycle with this informative classroom poster.
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Australia's System of Government - PowerPoint
A 28 slide editable PowerPoint presnetation to use in the classroom when learning about Australia's system of government.
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Flags of Australia – Art Activity
A creative art activity to use when commemorating important events such as Australia Day, Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week.
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Australian Government Word Wall Vocabulary
Learn vocabulary related to Australia's Federal Government with this set of 42 word wall cards.
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Three Levels of Australian Government - Poster
Review the three levels of government in Australia with this handy classroom poster.
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States and Territories of Australia Posters
8 beautifully illustrated posters outlining key information about Australia's states and territories.
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Responsibilities Of Australian Federal Government - Posters
Explore the roles and responsibilities of the Australian federal government with this set of classroom posters.
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Responsibilities Of Australian Local Governments - Posters
Explore the roles and responsibilities of Australian local governments with this set of classroom posters.
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Australia's System of Government Unit Plan
This Civics and Citizenship unit addresses a range of Australian government concepts involving democratic systems, roles and responsibilities of government and the process of making laws.
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Systems of Government - Assessment Task
An inquiry-based assessment task in which students will demonstrate their understanding of government systems.
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Great Southern Land
A 60 minute lesson in which students will explore the natural and human features of Australia.
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The Bill Process
A 60 minute lesson in which students will understand the process of passing a bill in Australia.
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Australian Laws
A 60 minute lesson in which students will understand why we have laws in Australia.
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Three Levels of Government
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify the roles and responsibilities of each level of the Australian government.
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Running a Country
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify a range of services in the community for which the government is responsible.
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Australian Parliament
A 60 minute lesson in which students will understand the place and purpose of Australian Parliament.
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Australia's System of Government
A 60 minute lesson in which students will explore Australia's system of government.
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Different Systems of Government
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify the different types of government systems.
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A System of Government
A 60 minute lesson in which students will identify reasons why a country needs a system of government.