The Flag of Papua New Guinea

Topic: Connections shape perceptions: Perceptions of Papua new Guinea
Student activity
Geography: Year 5 and 6

This is the student activity 1 of 4 of the A diverse and connected world: Papua New Guinea learning activity.

Task No. 1

Flag of Papua New Guinea

Who created this flag?

Why did she use these colours?

What two symbols have been used and why?

How do you think the creator would feel about her country?

What should a flag represent about its country?

Task No. 2

Papua New Guinea flag design

Design a new flag for Papua New Guinea. The colours, symbols, positions and design must convey meaning that shows understanding of the country’s people and places and a hope for a better future.