Democracy in Action: Our Responsibilities
Understanding Democratic Values and Citizen Duties Year 5 Civics and Citizenship
What is Democracy?
Government by the people Everyone has a voice and vote Fair rules that apply to everyone Freedoms and responsibilities go together
Key Democratic Values
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Our Legal Responsibilities as Citizens
Follow Australian laws Respect others' rights and property Participate in community life Care for our environment Be honest and truthful Help others when we can
Democracy Detective Challenge
Work in groups of 5 students Research a real example of democracy in action Find how democratic values are shown Prepare a 3-5 minute presentation Use reliable sources and evidence
How to Evaluate Sources
Check the author - Who wrote it? Look at the date - Is it recent? Find the purpose - Why was it written? Check other sources - Do they agree? Look for bias - Is it fair and balanced?
Presentation Tips for Success
Speak clearly and loudly Make eye contact with your audience Use simple visual aids Share the speaking between group members Practice your presentation first Be ready to answer questions
Why Do Democratic Values Matter?
Think about your daily life at school and home How do fairness, respect, and responsibility help us? What would happen without these values?
Democracy in Action: Real Examples
Our Responsibility as Citizens
'Democracy is not just about rights - it's about responsibilities. Every citizen has a role to play in making our community fair and strong.'