Introduction
Outcomes Being Addressed
Learning Sequences:
Concluding Activity
Assessment for Learning
Resources

Learning sequence 3

Discuss cultural festivities and celebrations that families participate in. Find pictures of families enjoying each other's company, eg a picnic, a walk in the park, a wedding. Make sure that the pictures depict different cultural groups and celebrations/festivities.

• Look at a variety of Aboriginal paintings and rock carvings and Dreaming stories that describe families working and playing together.

• Show a range of Aboriginal art and commercial artefacts such as platters, coolamons, body decorations, fabric and wall hangings. See websites in Resources list.

• Students create their own family gathering drawings using Aboriginal symbols.

• Discuss the importance of families with students- extended families, close friends.

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