Traditional Way of Life and Shelters building
Immerse your students in hands-on activities, exploring the traditional way of life of the Aborigianal Peoples. An Aboriginal Elder will share their knowledge and experience with the students, guiding them through their learning. Students rotate through a variety of different activities such as shelter building and traditional weaving.
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Key Inquiry Questions
How did the Aboriginal People live off the land?
How did the Aboriginal Peoples us use natural resources to survive?
What can we learn from the Aboriginal Peoples way of life?
Outcomes: These and more...
ST1-7MW-T describes how the properties of materials determine their use.
ST2-7MW-T investigates the suitability of natural and processed materials for a range of purposes.
GE2-2 describes the ways people,places and environments Interact
GE2-3 examines differing perceptions about the management of places and environments
GE3-3 compares and contrasts influences on the management of places and environments
HT1-2 identifies and describes significant people, events, places and sites in the local community over time
Students will:
Build traditional style shelters
Cooking johnny cakes at the campfire area
Look at Aboriginal tools and use grinding stones
Investigate fish nets and take part in traditional weaving activities
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