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First Nations Games

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​​​​​​​​​ Students will develop a greater understanding and appreciation of First Nations Australian cultures, encompassing both historical and contemporary perspectives. They will engage in, explore, and analyse games and activities from various First Nations cultures across Australia. These games provide insights into traditional lifestyles and living practices. Each game is introduced with cultural context & protocols about its traditional form, followed by gameplay using traditional materials and/or modern sporting equipment to ensure safety and inclusivity.

Option 1: Traditional First Nations Games using traditional materials;  

Option 2: First Nations Games (modern equipment); 

Option 3: Mixed delivery of traditional resources/modern equipment.

Key Concepts:

  • Cultural Heritage: Understanding the historical and contemporary significance of First Nations Australians' games.
  • Physical Activity: Engaging in physical activities that improve health and fitness.
  • Traditional Knowledge: Learning traditional languages, cultural practices, ways of living & surviving.
  • Place and Environment: Appreciating connections to Country/Place and the natural environment.
  • Social Skills: Enhancing teamwork, communication, and social interaction through play.

AC(v8) Curriculum Links​​

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AC(v9) Curriculum Links

Cross Curriculum Priorities & General Capabilities

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures

First Nations communities of Australia maintain a deep connection to, and responsibility for, Country/Place and have holistic values and belief systems that are connected to the land, sea, sky and waterways. (A_TSICP1)

First Nations Australians' ways of life reflect unique ways of being, knowing, thinking and doing. (A_TSIC2)

The significant and ongoing contributions of First Nations Australians and their histories and cultures are acknowledged locally, nationally and globally. (A_TSIP3)

The First Peoples of Australia belong to the world's oldest continuous cultures. First Nations Australians demonstrate resilience in the maintenance, practice and revitalisation of culture and continue to celebrate and share the past, present and future manifestations of their cultures. (A_TSIC3)​​

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Last reviewed 21 November 2024
Last updated 21 November 2024