Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders: Natural and Processed Materials

 

A helpful resource for exploring how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples use natural and processed materials for different purposes. These materials are aligned with The Australian Curriculum for Year 4 students who are completing the Science Unit Chemical Sciences (ACSSU074) with a focus on:

 

  • Considering how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples use natural and processed materials for different purposes, such as tools, clothing and shelter, based on their properties (OI.5)

 

  • Considering how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ knowledge of natural and processed materials informs the preparation of effective, vibrant and long-lasting paints (OI.5)

 

The 15 informational slides provide learners with knowledge that can be applied to the 5 worksheets included in this resource.

 

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Information covered in the informational slides:

 

  • How Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Made Use Of Technology & Materials – Introduction
  • What are Natural Materials?
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Plant Use
  • Natural Material for Fishing Spears
  • The Uses of Weaving
  • What are Processed Materials?
  • The Steaming Process
  • Processed Fibres
  • Animal Skins and Fur for Clothing
  • The Tanning Process
  • Aboriginal Art – Ochre Paints
  • How to Make Ochre Paint
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Tools and Inventions
  • Materials Used for Shelter
  • Materials Used for Traditional Games (Marngrook and Taktyerrain)

 

This resource includes 5 worksheets that improve knowledge about the life cycles of animals and plants.

 

An answer key is included for easy marking!

 

Worksheet 1: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives: Natural and Processed Materials (Close Passage)

Worksheet 2: Natural and Processed Materials (Sorting Activity)

Worksheet 3: First Nations Use and Knowledge of Materials (Multiple Choice and Short Answer)

Worksheet 4: Design Task #1: Make Your Own Mini-Shelter

Worksheet 5: Design Task #2: Make Your Own Toy

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