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Pribislaw Model

Model of the Pribislaw ship on which the Ziebell family
travelled from Hamburg to Australia.

Curriculum resources

Teachers can freely download our primary school inquiry units for Levels 1 through to 6. The units are a rich resource of activities and worksheets ready for classroom use. They touch all areas of the humanities, as well as maths, english and technology. Special focus is given to history and geography.

For more information about our curriculum, view our program overview.

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YEARS 1 & 2 Then & now
 
YEARS 1 & 2

Then & now

Students explore how daily life has changed and remained the same over time. Focus is given to family life, technology and the importance of heritage to the local community.

 

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  YEARS 3 & 4 Continuity & change
 
YEARS 3 & 4

Continuity & change

Using the experiences of the German settlers to Westgarthtown, students learn how and why life changed in the past and identify aspects of the past that have remained the same.

 

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  YEARS 5 & 6 Experiences & perspectives
 
YEARS 5 & 6

Experiences & perspectives

Students examine how an Australian colony developed over time and why. Attention is given to the contribution of significant individuals and groups; as well as impact upon the environment.

 

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