HASS: History Unit for Year 4: First Contacts & First Experiences is Here!
Tired of endless lesson prep and creating student materials? Our HASS - First Contacts Unit delivers ready-to-use, Australian Curriculum-aligned resources covering the diversity of First Nations Australia, the reasons for British colonisation, and the multi-faceted experiences and impacts of the First Fleet's arrival.
Benefit from:
Effortless Delivery: Clearly defined objectives and explicit teaching content make lesson delivery smooth and confident, guiding students through foundational historical concepts, from understanding deep connection to Country to unpacking the reasons for the establishment of a penal colony.
Engaging Activities: From exploring the AIATSIS map to debunk the myth of 'terra nullius,' to creating 'Connection Webs' and using 'Freeze-Frame Drama' to explore life in 18th-century Britain, ignite curiosity and cater to diverse learners with hands-on experiences that bring history to life.
Natural Assessment: Embedded formative assessment opportunities within activities allow you to easily monitor student progress as they explain different perspectives of the 'arrival' and 'invasion', create 'Cause and Effect Paper Chains', and present their final 'Journey Stones' story.
Extension Included: Thoughtfully designed extension tasks challenge advanced learners to research a real person from the First Fleet or write a speech from the perspective of an Eora elder witnessing the changes to their Country.
Real-World Connections: Connect students' understanding of past events to the present, building a strong foundation for understanding intercultural relationships, the importance of empathy, and the ongoing journey of reconciliation in Australia.
BONUS! FREE Student Workbook: This unit includes a ready-to-print student workbook, directly aligned with each lesson, saving you even more preparation time and providing valuable learning activities for your students.
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