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Unit Plan
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Australian Traditions

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at some Australian traditions, including Australia Day, St. Patrick's Day, Christmas, ANZAC Day, the Melbourne Cup, and how some of these traditions are different in Australia than in other nations.
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Handout
Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial: The Anzac Day Tradition

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of the ANZAC (Australia New Zealand Army Corps) Day traditions, and why it is such a special day in Australia.
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Handout
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True Blue Australian Slang

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of Australian slang terms and their meanings.
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Website
Other

Australian Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
This homepage offers many links to different areas of Australian culture, including social etiquette, humor, inventions, science, quotes, dining, and many others.
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Handout
Other

Easter Traditions in Australia

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of the Easter traditions in Australia.
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Handout
Other

Valentines Traditions in Australia

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at some facts about Valentine's Day in Australia.
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Article
New York Times

New York Times: Traditions From Australia Face Contemporary Life

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A review of the "Corroboree", the name of a dance with Aboriginal roots. (Oct. 6, 2001)
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Website
Other

Australia: Culture and the Arts

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of the cultural traditions in Australia, including the visual arts, performing arts, cultural heritage, film, writers, and fashion.
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Handout
Other

Christmas in Australia

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of Christmas in Australia.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Easter Bunny

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of the Easter traditions in Australia.