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INQUIRY (HUMANITIES & SCIENCE) Students explore the concept of nation, culture and identity in Australia during the unit ‘ Our Place, Our Country ’. They look closely at Indigenous cultures and how they lived in Australia before European arrival. In the unit ‘ First Fleet – First Contact ’, students learn the significance of key events leading up to British Colonisation. They investigate the discovery and exploration of Australia, the effect of colonisation on Aboriginal culture, the journey to Australia by the convicts and the establishment of the colonies. Through a variety of hands - on and research activities, students compare what life was like in the late 18th century and prior to European arrival. AUSLAN Students develop their foundational conversation skills, using simple greetings, signing their emotions, as well as fingerspelling skills. They are introduced to the Auslan signs for Australian states, territories and capital cities. Students are introduced to the Auslan signs that relate to their inquiry topics Our Place, Our Country and First Fleet – First Contact ’. They view a range of texts and videos presented in Auslan and respond to these through writing or signing. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Students continue to practise fundamental skills and discuss and apply strategies that demonstrate leadership and cooperation. They begin to evaluate their own and the performance of others and the impact it may have on a successful outcome. Students participate in a bike education program to develop bike awareness, safety and riding skills. They explore strategies to manage physical, social and emotional change including positive self - worth.
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