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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Changes I Can See - Worksheet
A worksheet that explores changes to observable features of the environment.
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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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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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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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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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Federation Sorting Activity
A hands-on sorting activity to use when introducing the arguments around Australian Federation.
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Colonisation to Federation – Australian History Timeline
A 4 page timeline to display in the classroom when learning about the history of Australia.
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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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Compass Points Worksheet
A worksheet showing the 8 major compass points.
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The Continent of Africa PowerPoint
A 20 slide editable PowerPoint template to use when introducing students to the geographical features of Africa.
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Australian Federation - History Word Wall Vocabulary
90 Australian Federation related vocabulary cards.
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Australian National Anthem Verses 1 and 2
Learn the words to the Australian National Anthem with these posters, including the elusive second verse.
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Design a Harmony Day Shirt
Guide students in designing their own Harmony Day shirt to celebrate diversity and inclusion.
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HASS Term Tracker (Australian Curriculum) - Foundation
A HASS term tracker using the Australian Curriculum Foundation content descriptors and codes.
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Australian Conservationists: Tim Flannery – Comprehension Worksheet
Learn about Tim Flannery and his conservation work with this 2-page reading passage and accompanying comprehension questions.
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Environmental Impact Science Experiments
Use these simple science experiments to teach your students about environmental issues such as oil and water pollution, soil quality and climate change.
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Natural Disasters - Flood Simulation Experiment
A hands-on experiment to use when exploring natural disasters.
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The Meaning of Harmony Day and/or Week Template
A template to use to encourage your students to discuss what Harmony Day/Week means to them.
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Harmony Day Paper Chain Craft Activity
Let your students’ beautiful selves shine using this personalised Harmony Day colouring activity.
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Harmony Day Display Banner
A colourful display banner to hang in your classroom on Harmony Day, or during Harmony Week.
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Natural Disaster Word Wall Vocabulary
Use this teacher-created resource to explore natural disaster vocabulary with your primary school students.
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A Poppy for Remembering - Year 5 Reading Comprehension
Discover the history of the red poppy and its relation to Remembrance Day with printable reading comprehension worksheets for year 5.
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Significant Individuals During Colonisation/Invasion Poster Set
Explore this collection of 9 posters with your Grade 4 HASS students, when learning about impactful persons during the period of colonisation, or invasion, in Australia.
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Debating and Scrutinising Bills - Comprehension Worksheets
Explore how bills are debated and scrutinised in the Australian Federal Parliament with this differentiated reading comprehension activity.
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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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Australian Citizenship Values - Scenario Cards
Apply the values of Australian citizenship to everyday events with this set of 24 scenario cards.
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Responsibilities of Australia's Three Levels of Government - Sorting Activity
Explore the roles and responsibilities of Australia's three levels of government with this hands-on sorting activity.
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Australia's Neighbour Nations — Teaching Presentation
Discover the location of some of Australia’s closest neighbour nations with this comprehensive and visually appealing teaching presentation.
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The Continent of Asia - Mini-Book
Explore the wonders and delights of the continent of Asia with this informative printable mini-book.
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The Continent of Antarctica - Mini-Book
Explore the wonders and delights of the continent of Antarctica with this informative printable mini-book.
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Human Impact on the Environment-Research Project
Uncover how humans positively and negatively impact the different biomes around the world with a guided research project.
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Map of the World's Climate Zones
Display this climate zone map in your classroom while teaching about the 6 climate types.
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