Essential Question

What can we notice and learn from the writing styles of First Nations authors?

Warning — First Nations teachers and students are advised that this curriculum resource may contain images, voices or names of deceased people.

Unit details

Y6 English
Lesson Time: 40 minutes
Lessons: 16
Duration: 8 weeks
Australian Curriculum
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority.

Unit overview

This English unit combines reading, writing and oral language around the theme of learning from First Nations authors. Students come together in groups to read a shared text by a First Nations author. The activities guide students to analyse author style and experiment and apply what they learn in their own writing. The unit broadens for students to learn about Aboriginal English and consider the importance of respect for people by respecting their language and culture.

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