HASS Teaching Resources
Explore the ultimate HASS teacher resource collection, filled with worksheets, activities, maps and so much more. Aligned with the Australian Humanities and Social Sciences curriculum — including V9 — this extensive collection has everything you need to enhance primary students' understanding of Australian and world history, civics and citizenship, geography and more!
Designed to save primary teachers time on their lesson plans, each printable and digital activity has undergone the Teach Starter teacher team's careful review process to ensure it's ready for your lesson plan and your students.
The collection even includes customisable resources and activities that have already been differentiated for you so you can meet students right where they are as you take them on a journey of cultural exploration.
Is this your first year teaching HASS? Or are you just looking for some handy tips? Read on for a primer from our teacher team!
What Does HASS Stand For?
HASS is an acronym that stands for Humanities and Social Sciences.
Within the Foundation – Year 10 Australian Curriculum, HASS can be broken down into four sub-strands:
- History
- Geography
- Civics and Citizenship
- Economics and Business
Studies of history and geography both begin in foundation, while civics and citizenship education starts in year 3. Study of economics and business starts in year 5.
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Amazon Rainforest Facts - Reading Passage
Read and learn about conservation with a reading passage and comprehension worksheet on the Amazon Rainforest.
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B.O.L.T.S.S Features of Maps Posters for the Classroom
Teach the BOLTSS mnemonic and explore the features of maps using this set of colourful classroom posters.
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What Are Natural Resources? PowerPoint
A teaching presentation that explores what natural resources are and where they come from.
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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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Human Rights in Australia - Infographic Poster
A 2-page infographic poster displaying facts about Australian human rights.
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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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Blank Map of Western Australia - Template
Record and represent data about the location of significant places with this printable blank map of the Australian state of Western Australia.
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Desert PowerPoint
An 11 slide editable PowerPoint to use in the classroom when learning about deserts.
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Significant Australian Flags
A set of 4 significant Australian flags with explanations.
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My Family Portrait Templates
Encourage your students to explore their identity through these Family Portrait Worksheets Templates.
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What Is Climate Change? Worksheet Pack
Teach your students about the perils of climate change with this comprehensive article with accompanying comprehension questions.
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Species Survival! Science Word Search
Explore vocabulary related to the National Science Week 2024 theme of “Species Survival – More Than Sustainability” with a differentiated word search.
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Developing and Introducing Bills – Comprehension Worksheets
Explore how bills are introduced and developed through the parliamentary process with this differentiated reading comprehension activity.
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The Continent of North America - Mini-Book
Explore the wonders and delights of the continent of North America with this informative printable mini-book.
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Sustainability Activity - Caring for the Environment
Promote sustainable living with a sustainability sorting activity.
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Caring For Country and Place in Sustainable Ways PowerPoint
Explore how Indigenous peoples care for Country and Place in sustainable ways with a teaching presentation.
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7 Continents Fortune Teller
Review the continents of the world with this hands-on continents fortune teller.
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Natural Resources Word Search
Review the different natural resources with a word search.
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Continents and Oceans Bingo
Turn Geography into a fun and educational learning experience by using our Continents and Oceans Bingo Game!
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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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Comparing Toys from Past to Present - Worksheet
A worksheet for students to illustrate how toys have changed over time.
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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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Self Portrait Worksheet
A worksheet to use as a Harmony Day resource for all grades.
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Australian Convict Life Posters
5 posters highlighting information regarding the lives of convicts in Australia.
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Key Figures in Australian Federation Fact Sheets
A set of six fact sheets to use in the classroom for investigating key figures in Australian Federation.
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Celebrations Around the World - PowerPoint
A 28 slide editable PowerPoint Template to use when exploring the topic of celebrations.
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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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Kelly Gang Wanted Posters
Wanted posters providing information about each member of the infamous Kelly Gang.
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Cartoon Map of Australia
Explore the continent of Australia with a map showing each capital city and some of the most famous landmarks.
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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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Australian Federation - History Word Wall Vocabulary
90 Australian Federation related vocabulary cards.
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Humans and the Environment PowerPoint
Explore how human actions change the environment with an interactive Humans and the Environment PowerPoint Presentation.
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