Section outline

  • FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING who gets to make laws in Aotearoa New Zealand today and how they are enforced.
    • We are FOCUSING making connections to the our lives, for example, what it means to be independent.
    • We are FOCUSING on understanding kaitiakitanga as a source of unity and identity for tangata whenua.

    First up this week, we will be completing our assessment and presenting to Ms Carter

    We will be learning about ANZAC Daywhich will fall during the school holidays and the importance of ANZAC Day to NZer's today.
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    Learning Objectives:

    • Students will understand the significance of Anzac Day in New Zealand.
    • Students will be able to explain the historical event that Anzac Day commemorates.
    • Students will identify symbols associated with Anzac Day and their meanings.

    Lesson Outline:

    Introduction:

    1. Brainstorming: What do we already know about Anzac Day. Write their ideas in your book..
    2. Introduction: Explain that Anzac Day is a significant national day in New Zealand and Australia. Briefly discuss the concept of war and remembrance.

    Activity 1: The History of Anzac Day:

    1. Presentation: Show images of Gallipoli and explain the role of New Zealand and Australian soldiers in the First World War.
    2. Discussion: Review the answers on the worksheet together. Discuss the sacrifices made by soldiers and the impact of the war on New Zealand.

    Activity 2: Symbols of Remembrance:

    1. Symbols: Show images of poppies, rosemary, and dawn services. Explain the meaning of each symbol:
      • Poppy: Represents remembrance of those who died in war.
      • Rosemary: Represents remembrance for all those who served, including those who returned home.
      • Dawn Service: A traditional ceremony held at dawn on Anzac Day to remember the fallen.
    2. Creative Activity: Students can design their own poppy or write a short message of remembrance to be placed at a local war memorial (optional).

    Conclusion:

    1. Reflection: Briefly discuss the importance of remembering Anzac Day and why it is a significant event for New Zealanders.
    2. Commemoration: Share a short excerpt from a poem or diary entry related to World War I to add a personal touch.


    By learning about Anzac Day, students develop an understanding of New Zealand's history and the importance of remembrance.