Units
These lessons are co-designed with First Nations communities so teachers have access to content direct from Country to classroom.
Stories of Resilience
Students will explore the impact of government policies through the story of Granny Louisa Pepper-Connolly, as told by her great-great-granddaughter…
Gunyurro: Dance as Resistance, Reclamation, and Healing
Students will explore the significance of "Gunyurro" (Dance) within the Gunaikurnai community. They will learn about the history of imposed…
Guardians of Country: Citizen Science in Action
Students explore Gunaikurnai stories Legend Rock and Borun and Tuk, investigate local wildlife, learn about First Nations conservation, and take…
Borun and Tuk
Students explore the Gunaikurnai Creation story Borun and Tuk told by Hollie Johnson. They investigate local wildlife, and learn about…
Written in the Stars
Students explore the Gunaikurnai Creation story Mother Sky told by Alfie Hudson, learn about First Nations astronomy, identify constellations, and…
Seasonal Calendars
Students explore the Gunaikurnai story Mother Sky to learn about First Nations astronomy, seasonal knowledge, and storytelling. Through film, yarning,…
Work in Western Australia
In this unit, students will explore the history and current issues of Aboriginal labour in Australia. Through personal stories, films,…
Biographies, Autobiographies and Memoirs
In this unit, students will analyse films, conduct online research, and engage in creative writing to explore biographies, autobiographies, and…
Rebels and Trailblazers
In this unit, students investigate the historical injustices faced by First Nations peoples in Australia, including the impacts of systemic…
Life on the Reserve
This unit explores the distinctions between Missions, Reserves, and Stations. Students will engage in research activities and creative writing, investigating…
Wurundjeri Interactive Map
Students will engage with the Birrarung Multi-touch Book and specifically the Wurundjeri Interactive Map to explore significant places on Wurundjeri…
Our Ancestors
Students engage with the multi-touch book Birrarung and explore First Nations portraits to learn about Wurundjeri Ancestors and their role…
Dear Birrarung
Students engage with the Birrarung multi-touch book, create story maps, and investigate the Yarra River Protection Act 2017 to learn…
Does the River Know its Name?
Students explore First Nations languages, land, and culture through the Wurundjeri Multi-Touch Book Birrarung. They research language loss, create presentations…
The Arts – Weaving and Painting
Students explore First Nations' Arts Practices in various communities. They see the weaving and painting practices of the Wagilak community…
The Arts – Fashion and Culture
Students gain insight into the cultural meaning of tribal markings and possum skin cloak making. They study the evolution of…
The Arts – Sculptures and Carvings
Students explore Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sculptures and carvings. They gain insight into the history of Australia’s artefact collection…
Nurayill, Curlew, Platypus, Pondi!
Students engage with the Wamba Wamba multi-touch book and explore both Muyi Mir and Pondi stories. They gain an understanding…
Muyi Mir Mathematics “Leaf it to us!”
Students engage with the Muyi Mir and Pondi stories found in the Wamba Wamba multi-touch book. They will identify and…
Under Threat – Health of the Murray
Students investigate the Murray River’s geographical features and trace the impact of historical events on its health. They identify the…
