Essential Question

How do First Nations Peoples recognise Earth and space cycles and use them in daily life?

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

Unit details

Y7 Science
Lesson Time: 40 minutes
Lessons: 8
Duration: 3–4 weeks

Australian Curriculum
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority.

Unit overview

In this unit, students will:

  • learn how diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples recognise cycles on Earth and in space
  • understand how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples use these cycles in different ways in daily life
  • consider why it’s important to learn about First Nations science
  • engage in hands-on science activities.