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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.

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

White Australia Policy

Research and reflect on the impact that the White Australia Policy had in the migration and immigration of communities in Australia and discuss its continued impact until today. Curriculum links: ACDSEH145, ACHGK058, VCGGK124, VCGGK125.
Free

History - Muslim, First Nations and European History

Reflect on the historical connections between Muslim, First Nations and European history in Australia. Consider the factors that affected/affect each community from before European settlement until today. Curriculum links: VCHHK106, VCHHK081, VCHHC069, VCHHC070, VCHHK091, VCHHK134, VCHHK137, ACHASSK083, ACHASSK085, ACHASSK086, ACHASSK107, ACDSEH089, ACDSEH020
Free

History - Muslim and European history in Australia

Reflect on the similarities and differences between Muslim history and European history in Australia. Consider European settlement, but also reflect on Muslim connection to this country back in the 18th Century. Curriculum links: ACHASSK086, ACDSEH089, ACDSEH020, VCHHC069, VCHHC070, VCHHK081, VCHHK130, VCHHK134.
Free

Celebrations!

Use the Venn diagram to discuss the way you and a partner celebrate special events. They can be the same special event or different. Focus on both the similarities and differences and discuss why you think this is! Curriculum links: VCHHC071, VCHHK077, ACHASSI053 , ACHASSI056, ACHASSI058, ACHASSI059 , ACHASSK064, ACHASSK065.
Free

Tessellations and Symmetry - Mosque design

Use your Maths skills to create a design for the mosque. Focusing on the concepts of tessellations and symmetry, design your own exterior! Don't forget to use a ruler for those straight lines and sharp corners. Curriculum links: ACMMG066, ACMMG091, ACMMG114, VC2M4SP04, VC2M5SP03, VC2M6SP03, VCMMG200, VCMMG261, VCMMG229, VCMMG144, VCMMG173, VCMMG200.
Free

Tessellations and Symmetry

Use your Maths skills in this fun, interactive activity! Create your own unique designs focusing on tessellations and symmetry - concepts often used and explored through Islamic Art and Architecture. Curriculum links: ACMMG066, ACMMG091, ACMMG114, VC2M4SP04, VC2M5SP03, VC2M6SP03, VCMMG200, VCMMG261, VCMMG229, VCMMG144, VCMMG173, VCMMG200
Free

A3 portrait 2025 Calendar

Start the new year in style! Decorate your own A3 calendar. Take creative freedom and use the resource from now until the end of the year! Include geometric patterns and designs, create art for each month based on a unique event or celebration, or simply the beginning of each season. Make it your own. (print A3 portrait for best use). Curriculum links: VCMMG080, VCMMG097, VCMMG118, VCMMG119, ACMMG008, ACMMG021, ACMMG040, ACMMG041, VC2M2M03 VC2MFM02, VC2M1M03.
Free

A4 landscape 2025 Calendar

Start the new year in style! Decorate your own A4 calendar. Take creative freedom and use the resource from now until the end of the year! Include geometric patterns and designs, create art for each month based on a unique event or celebration, or simply the beginning of each season. Make it your own. (print A4 landscape for best use). Curriculum links: VCMMG080, VCMMG097, VCMMG118, VCMMG119, ACMMG008, ACMMG021, ACMMG040, ACMMG041, VC2M2M03 VC2MFM02, VC2M1M03.
Free

Islam's Golden Age - match up!

Match up the person with their contribution to civilisation! Curriculum links: VCHHC068, VCHHC084, VCHHC098, VCHHC100, VCHHC104, VCHHK119, VCHHK120, ACOKFH002.
Free