Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
This resource aims to:
- suggest picture books to support the cross-curriculum priority of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures and general capability of intercultural understanding within the context of human society and its environment (HSIE)
- promote the value of using picture books in learning in K–10 geography and history
- provide snapshots of learning activities that enable students to:
- acquire knowledge and understandings of, and respect for, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
- develop and practise knowledge, skills, behaviours and dispositions in intercultural understanding
- develop and practise skills in historical and geographical inquiry
- investigate, think critically about and act responsibly for their world.
Cross Curriculum Priorities
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