Australia Day

Animated story of the first fleet bringing the new settlers

An animated history of Australia, from European discovery to modern-day Australia. Funny, slap-stick humour, with a little satire thrown in.

This is a power point presentation about Australia, its sights and animals, mainly in pictures (Yr 3-6) NB! Click on the right-hand side “Download the Worksheet”

Australia Day is celebrated on the 26th January each year. Various activities: e.g. animals, facts and videos (Yr 4-6)

This ppt presentation can be used to encourage students to speak about Australia, to develop their skills in speaking and reading. A PowerPoint Presentation with facts and pictures (Yr 6-8) NB! Click on the right-hand side “Download the Worksheet”

ESL Holiday Lessons: Reading/Listening Comprehension text with various activities (Yr 7-9)

Australian Slang: Referred to as Strine, Australian slang is a language of its own (Yr 7-9)

This video by GetUp! asks us if the date can be changed so everyone can celebrate our amazing country (Yr 7-9)