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Sustainability book list
Inspire students to explore sustainability through thought-provoking picture books.
Frog squad
Engage students in media literacy concepts using examples from Kate and Jol Temple's books.
John Frith: the art of politics
Analyse and evaluate the historical political cartoons of John Frith.
You can change the world
Empower students to celebrate who they are and how they can make a difference.
Media literacy basics
Help students understand media literacy with comics by Kate and Jol Temple, and David Conley.
Change starts with us
Support students to help the environment by making small changes in their daily lives.
Behind the Lines: questioning cartoons
Explore curated collections of political cartoons organised by theme.
Civic engagement with Kate and Jol Temple
Use this matrix with Kate and Jol Temple's books to empower student voice and agency in the classroom.
Stella Young
Learn about Stella Young, writer, comedian, television presenter and disability advocate.
Georgie Stone and Rebekah Robertson
Learn about Georgie Stone and Rebekah Robertson, advocates for the rights of trans people.
When grandma burnt her bra
This activity is designed to support students’ understanding of equality and the issues people face.
Random acts of leadership
Support students to take leadership actions, record their findings and make a difference in their community.
Media literacy framework
This poster identifies key concepts, competencies and knowledge indicators for media literacy.
Social media check-in
Use this resource to begin a discussion about social media use, safety and balance.
The PM's daughter – teaching toolkit
Through this series, support students to learn about power, media and citizenship.
Media literacy thinking hats
Analyse how each type of media works – why it was made, who for, and how to read and understand it.
Sustainable changemakers – lunchbox citizens
Understand plastic waste as an issue, discuss sustainability and empower student voice and agency.
Draw a caricature
Caricatures can inspire conversations and draw attention to important issues in a creative way.
Create, celebrate and connect
Engaging activity ideas to support young people connect with those around them.
Engaging with your local environment
Help students build connections with the animals and plants around them.
The printing press at Old Parliament House
Learn about the importance of technology in our democracy.
The safe at Old Parliament House
See the hidden safe at Old Parliament House and hear a story about someone who once got stuck in there.
The Press Gallery at Old Parliament House
Visit the Press Gallery and see the journalists' busy offices. Learn about the role of the media in democracy.
Critically exploring campaigning
Critically reflect on the information in political campaign posters.
Welcome to Country
Explore the concept of welcoming ceremonies and their significance to First Nation communities.
How can kids get involved?
Explores how to connect with your local representatives and what changes you can make to help others.
Do something for someone else
Explore stories of children spreading kindness through small positive actions.
Camp Canberra
Delve into the design of Canberra and explore the role of museums and galleries in a capital city.
Billie
Draws attention to the human-made problems for marine animals and encourages care for our oceans.
Susan Ryan
Susan Ryan became part of the political system so that she could help make a fairer world for women.
Oodgeroo Noonuccal
Hear the story of Oodgeroo Noonuccal and her work towards First Nations rights and freedoms.
Trailblazing women in our democracy
Explore the significant contributions of women to our democracy.
Gay Davidson
Journalist Gay Davidson was the first woman to head a press bureau in Parliament House.
HansART – Interpreting Hansard records
Explore parliamentary debates from the last 100 years of records.
The PM's daughter
Explore what qualities make a good leader and how young people can make positive change.
How to be prime minister and survive grade five
Explore how a parliament works and how students can participate in democracy.
We Can Make a Difference
Students investigate the UN Rights of the Child and active citizenship through this authentic experience.
Searching for Significance
This teacher-facilitated program connects students with significant places in the Parliamentary Triangle.
Our Voices, Our Choices
Students engage in deep learning as they explore civic participation in a functioning democracy.
Franklin River Workshop
Students explore conservation issues as they examine objects from both sides of the Franklin River debate.
Democracy, Media and Me
Explore the role of media and support students to be empowered, informed digital citizens.
Behind the Lines
Students unpack the role of political cartoons, explore techniques and develop their media literacy skills.
People Power and Making Change
Students learn about important people, change in our democracy and their role in making change.
Junior Investigators
Together we reflect on change and investigate how students can participate and take action.
You, Me and Sustainability Digital Workshop
Through discussion and real-world examples students consider simple changes to support sustainability.
Leading Together Digital Workshops
Through activities, real-world examples and collaboration, students reflect on their leadership qualities.
Empowering Authentic Student Voice and Agency
Learn to support authentic conversations with students and build their capacity to be active citizens.
Drawn Together - Explore Referendums
Explore what a referendum is and how they work through cartooning.
