Colonial migration
Years 5–6
Why did people migrate to Australia in the 1800s? What did these migrants experience and contribute to Australia? Find out about groups who migrated to the colonies of Australia.
Activities
Research the story of someone who migrated to Australia and present their story in a creative way, such as a picture collage, video presentation, artwork or play.
Research the experiences and contributions of the Chinese miners on the goldfields.
Write a journal entry as one of these miners, including your experiences and feelings.
Australian Curriculum links
Year 5 History
The reasons people migrated to Australia and the experiences and contributions of a particular migrant group within a colony (ACHASSK109)
Year 5 Civics and citizenship
How people with shared beliefs and values work together to achieve a civic goal (ACHASSK118)
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