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These resources have been developed in alignment with the current National Curriculum. The intention is that they are used to support teachers and students in classrooms around Australia in building greater intercultural awareness and capability. For this reason, the majority of resources are free of charge. If you would like support with how to bring them into the classroom or using them to enhance your existing curriculum please reach out to us at education@islamicmuseum.org.au.

Understanding Islamophobia in the Media

Explore real news headlines that incite Islamophobic narratives. Understand the true meaning behind words used by the media and unpack and discuss scenarios. Curriculum links: VC2CI8C02, VC2CI8D02, VC2CI10D01, VC2CI10D02, VC2CP8O02, VC2CP10O01, VC2CP10O02, VC2CP10O03, Personal and Social Capability and Intercultural Understanding (Australian Curriculum).
Free

A Comparative Essay - Fairness, Power, Prejudice

Explore the prompt outlined and investigate the approaches to treatment of diverse communities by Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) and European's disseminating the White Australia Policy. There are teachers notes, and student worksheets included to guide explicit teaching and research. Curriculum links: VC2E9LA08, VC2E9LY08, VC2E9LY09, VC2E10LY08, VC2E10LY09, VC2E10LY05, AC9E10LA02, AC9E10LA04, AC9E9LE06, AC9E9LY06, AC9E10LY06, EN5-ECB-01, EN5-URB-01, EN5-ECA-01.
Free

Values and Teachings

Explore Islamic values and how they relate to Western values practiced today. Then, create a storyboard focusing on one of the values discussed. Curriculum links: Intercultural Capabilities (Australian Curriculum), VC2CI4C01, VC2CI4C02, VC2CI4D01, VC2CI4D02, VC2HC4K07,
Free

Understanding Islamophobia

Define and identify examples of Islamophobia. Have discussions around the topic and explores ways that it can be overcome through kindness and respect. Curriculum links: AC9HS6K04, AC9HP6P05, AC9E6LY05, AC9ADR6E01.
Free

Gladys Nicholls - A Biography

Research Lady Gladys Nicholls and uncover her history and impact on Australian history and people. Curriculum links: AC9E7LA01, AC9E7LY03, AC9E8LE02, AC9E8LY03, AC9HH9K01, AC9HH9S02,
Free

Weaving: Connection and Reflection

Evaluate the similarities and influences of Makassan and First Nation connection on the practice of weaving. Curriculum links: AC9AVA4E01, AC9HS3K02, AC9HS4K04.
Free

Connected Histories Word Search

Complete the word search inspired by Connected Histories in Australia. Use the word search as a discussion or research point to uncover more of Australia's rich history. Curriculum links: AC9HS4K04, AC9HS4K02, AC9HS5K02.
Free

Art Analysis - The Trepangers

Research the history behind the connection between Makassan fishermen and First Nations People. Curriculum links: AC9AVA8E01, AC9AVA8C01, AC9HH8K05, AC9E7LE02, AC9E8LE02.
Free

This Land This Country - An analysis

Explore the artwork of emerging contemporary Aboriginal artist Aimee McCartney and dive deeper into the connection between the Afghan Cameleers and First Nations People. Curriculum links: AC9AVA8E01, AC9AVA8C01, AC9HH9K02, AC9E7LE01, AC9E8LE01, AC9E9LE01, AC9E9LY03.
Free

Art in Contrast - Years 3-8

Explore connection to Australian history and themes of belonging and cultural identity through the two artworks highlighted in this activity. Reflect on Australian history through First Nation and Malaysian perspectives. Curriculum links: VCAVAR032, ACAVAR124, ACAVAR113, ACAVAR117.
Free