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Which subject	English
What topic	Anzac Day
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Anzac Day

Topic

Anzac Day

Objectives

To understand the significance of Anzac Day in Australian history.
To explore the customs and traditions associated with Anzac Day.
To develop empathy and respect for those who served in the military.
To improve reading and comprehension skills through related texts.

Materials

Printed handouts about Anzac Day (historical background, significance, customs)
Projector and screen (for slides, if applicable)
Markers and paper for group work
Access to online resources (if in a computer lab)
Anzac-themed video (short clip)

Grade/Age Group

Doesn't matter (flexible for different learning levels)

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson will align with the Australian National Curriculum for English, History, and Social Studies, focusing on historical inquiry and citizenship.

Homework

Students will complete a reflection piece on Anzac Day in their journals. The teacher will check the homework at the next lesson without requiring presentations.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Introduce the topic of Anzac Day; discuss prior knowledge.
2	Historical Background	10 minutes	Provide a brief presentation on the history of Anzac Day; hand out fact sheets.
3	Customs and Traditions	5 minutes	Discuss the significance of dawn services, wreath-laying, etc. Use multimedia (videos/slides).
4	Group Activity	5 minutes	Divide students into groups and provide them with questions to discuss related to Anzac Day.
5	Conclusion and Reflection	5 minutes	Summarize key points; invite students to share thoughts about the day; assign homework.

Additional Notes

Ensure inclusivity by acknowledging diverse perspectives on war and remembrance.
Adapt activities based on the needs and levels of students.
Encourage respectful discussion and reflection throughout the lesson.