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Which subject	History
What age group	Year or Grade 5
What topic	Noongar language
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Lesson Introduction: Exploring the Noongar Language

🌍 Welcome to Our Journey!

Good morning, class! Today, we’re going to embark on an exciting adventure to learn about the Noongar language, a beautiful and rich part of Australian history and culture. Before we dive into our lesson, let’s set the mood for our exploration!

🔍 What’s the Noongar Language?

The Noongar language is spoken by the Noongar people, the traditional custodians of the South West region of Western Australia. It's not just a means of communication; it's a treasure chest of stories, songs, and cultural traditions! Understanding Noongar helps us connect with the land and its history.

🎶 Let’s Begin with a Song!

To kick off our exploration, we'll listen to a traditional Noongar song! As you listen, pay close attention to the sounds and rhythms. Feel free to move to the music—why not experience it fully?

🎵 Activity Instructions

1. Gather Around - Sit in a circle as we play the song.
2. Feel the Beat - Clap your hands or tap your feet to the rhythm.
3. Reflect - After the song, I’ll ask you how it made you feel and what images or thoughts came to mind.

💬 Discussion Time

Once we finish our song, we’ll have a short discussion. Here are some questions to think about:

• What did you notice about the sounds of the Noongar language?
• How do you think the Noongar people express their connection to land and culture through their language?

This will help us understand the importance of the Noongar language as we move into our lesson activities.

🎨 Creative Connection

Finally, once we read and learn more about the Noongar language, we will create our very own Noongar language poster, showcasing words, drawings, and stories!

Let’s get ready to learn and explore together, starting with our first musical journey into the Noongar language! 🌟