Democracy in a box
Join a brand-new Civics and Citizenship program for regional classrooms.
Be the first to take part in this brand-new program and help us make democracy accessible to classrooms across Australia.
Democracy in a Box is a free, reusable toolkit filled with civics learning resources designed for students in years 5 and 6.
Explore the fundamental principles of democracy and the importance of active citizenship with engaging lesson plans, picture books, games, posters and more.
Trial Democracy in a Box with your students
Year 5 and 6 teachers based in regional Queensland or the Northern Territory are invited to trial Democracy in a Box and share their feedback on this new program.
Successful participants will receive their free Democracy in a Box during Term 3 of 2025.
Expressions of interest for Democracy in a Box have now closed.
Please email democracyinabox@moadoph.gov.au if you require further information.
If you are based outside Queensland or the Northern Territory and would like to participate, complete our stay in touch form.
Cost
There is no cost for Democracy in a Box or postage.
Australian Curriculum Links
Democracy in a Box aligns with the Australian Curriculum (9.0) History and Social Sciences Key Learning Area, with English, Cross-Curriculum and General Capabilities also included.
Democracy in a Box is proudly supported by Tim Fairfax AC and Gina Fairfax AC.
Democracy in a Box resources
Keen to dive into our Democracy in a Box program? You can find a selection of activities and resources from the program on our website.
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