Remembering Together:

A Journey of Remembrance, Reflection, and Understanding

What’s Inside This Lesson

This lesson helps students explore the meaning of Remembrance Day in Australia. They will learn about the history behind this important day, its symbols, and why we continue to commemorate it each year.


Lesson Outcomes

  • ACARA Version 9.0

    Students will:

    • Understand the historical origins and significance of Remembrance Day (AC9HS3K03, AC9HS402,  AC9HS5K04)
    • Identify the key symbols and rituals associated with Remembrance Day in Australia (AC9HS3K03, AC9HS4K02, AC9HS5K04)

     

    Students can:

    • Give examples of why people choose to remember past events and people (AC9HS3K03, AC9HS4K02, AC9HS5K04)
    • Create a representation (like a poppy or a poster) that shows their understanding of the day (AC9HS3K03, AC9HS4S03, AC9HS5K04)
    • Give examples of how Remembrance Day is a part of our community (AC9HS3K03, AC9HS4K02, AC9HS5K04)
  • Victorian Curriculum Version 2.0

    Students will:

    • Understand the historical origins and significance of Remembrance Day. (VCHHK075, VCHHK076, VCHHC087)
    • Identify the key symbols and rituals associated with Remembrance Day in Australia. (VCHHK076, VCHHC071, VCHHC083)

     

    Students can:

    • Give examples of why people choose to remember past events and people. (VCHHK075, VCHHK076, VCHHC087)
    • Create a representation (like a poppy or a poster) that shows their understanding of the day. (VCHHC067, VCHHC082).
    • Give examples of how Remembrance Day is a part of our community. (VCHHK073, VCHHK074, VCHHK096).
  • NSW Curriculum

    Students will:

    • Understand the historical origins and significance of Remembrance Day. (HT2-1, HT3-1)
    • Identify the key symbols and rituals associated with Remembrance Day in Australia. (HT2-1, HT3-1)

     

    Students can:

    • Give examples of why people choose to remember past events and people. (HT2-2, HT3-2)
    • Create a representation (like a poppy or a poster) that shows their understanding of the day. (HT2-5, HT3-5)
    • Give examples of how Remembrance Day is a part of our community. (HT2-1, HT3-3)

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