Exploring Australia
Step back in time to Australia in the 1800s and into the boots of explorers Edward Eyre, Ludwig Leichhardt, Kennedy and Jacky Jacky and Burke and Wills. Investigate and respond to Australia’s landmark documents in this enquiry based program.
Details
Step back in time and uncover the extraordinary stories of the exploration of inland Australia through analysis of primary and secondary sources. Experience the hardship of a journey into the unknown with Edward Eyre, Ludwig Leichhardt, Kennedy & Jacky Jacky, and Burke & Wills. Investigate and respond to Australia’s landmark documents in this enquiry based program.
In this 2 hour program students will:
- develop research skills
- analyse a variety of primary and secondary sources
- be immersed in the physical challenges of inland exploration in the early 1800’s
- demonstrate their knowledge in a fun and unique way
Curriculum outcomes
Geography:
GE3-1 describes the diverse features and characteristics of places and environments
GE3-2 explains interactions and connections between people, places and environments
GE3-4 acquires, processes and communicates geographical information using geographical tools for inquiry
History:
HT3-1 describes and explains the significance of people, groups, places and events to the development of Australia
HT3-2 describes and explains different experiences of people living in Australia over time
HT3-5 applies a variety of skills of historical inquiry
Before you visit
Excursion Summary
Cost
$230 for groups up to 15 and $355 for groups of 16 – 30.
Availability
Monday - Friday during term time
Duration
2 hours
Minimum supervision ratio
Kindergarten – Year 2 - 1 adult per 5 students
Year 3 – Year 6 - 1 adult per 10 students
Secondary students - 1 adult per 20 students
1 Shakespeare Place
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
+61 292731414