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Year 3 history
In Year 3, children look at how communities remember and celebrate. They learn about Australian commemorative days and symbols, the diversity of First Nations Countries and languages, and how their local community has changed over time. In the Australian Curriculum v9.0 this learning sits within the HASS (Humanities and Social Sciences) learning area.
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Historical knowledge and understanding
- Days we commemorateFull lesson · 40 minChildren learn about important days on the Australian calendar, such as Anzac Day, National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week, why they are marked and how they can hold different meanings for different people.
- Australian flags and symbolsFull lesson · 35 minChildren learn about the Australian National Flag, the Aboriginal flag and the Torres Strait Islander flag, who designed them and what their colours and shapes represent.
- First Nations Countries and languagesTopic outlineChildren learn that Australia has always been home to many distinct First Nations groups with their own Countries and languages, and find out the name of the Traditional Owners where they live.
- Celebrations around the worldTopic outlineChildren explore celebrations from different cultures and religions that are observed in Australia, such as Lunar New Year, Diwali, Eid and Christmas, and their origins.