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Australia's First Peoples

Australia's First Peoples: Connection to Country

Aboriginal art symbols representing land, water and sky

📚 Part 1: Vocabulary - Key Terms

Instructions: Write the meaning of each important word below.

1. First Peoples:
2. Country:
3. Custodianship:
4. Dreamtime:
5. Wagyl:
6. Language Group:

✏️ Part 2: Fill in the Blanks

Instructions: Complete each sentence using the words from the word bank.

Word Bank: Country, Noongar, Torres Strait Islander, custodians, Dreamtime, waterways, respect

1. Australia's First Peoples include Aboriginal peoples and _________________ peoples.
2. The _________________ people are the traditional owners of south-western Western Australia.
3. _________________ means more than just land - it includes sea, sky, and waterways.
4. First Peoples are the _________________ of their Country, which means they look after it.
5. The _________________ tells stories about how the land, animals, and people were created.
6. Rivers, lakes, and oceans are important _________________ that connect to Country.
7. We show _________________ to First Peoples by saying an Acknowledgement of Country.

🗺️ Part 3: Mapping Activity

Instructions: Use the map space below to complete these tasks:

1. Label these two First Peoples groups in the correct locations:

• Noongar (Western Australia)

• Yolngu (Northern Territory)

2. Draw and label symbols for:

• Land (use a tree symbol)

• Sea (use wave symbols)

• Waterways (use a river line)

🤔 Part 4: Comprehension Questions

Instructions: Answer each question using complete sentences. Use the sentence frames to help you.

1. Why is Country important to Australia's First Peoples?

Sentence frame: Country is important because it includes _______ and First Peoples have a _______ connection to it.

2. What does it mean to be a custodian of the land?

Sentence frame: Being a custodian means _______ and _______ the land, sea, and waterways.

3. How do Dreamtime stories help us understand First Peoples' connection to Country?

Sentence frame: Dreamtime stories explain _______ and show that the land is _______.

💭 Part 5: Reflection

1. What is one new thing you learnt about Australia's First Peoples today?
2. Why do you think it's important to learn about First Peoples' connection to Country?
3. How can you show respect for First Peoples and their Country?

Sentence frame: I can show respect by _______ and _______.

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