Classroom printables, activities & worksheets
National Sorry Day
This collection of resources is ideal to use with your class when recognising National Sorry Day. These resources will help your students understand and acknowledge the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our National Sorry Day teaching resources will also help your students learn about the importance of First Nations culture in Australia and work towards developing a better understanding of the importance of healing and reconciliation.
Resources to Teach the National Apology
This collection includes:- Worksheets to help students build empathy, such as theI Am Sorry – Poem and Discussion Questions.
- Transcripts of the National Apologywith accompanying activities for developing historical understanding, available for Middle and Upper Years.
- Posters for building vocabulary, includingWhy Teach about Racism?andWhy Teach About the Stolen Generations?
- 工艺活动来吸引你nger students in the topic of the National Apology, such as theNational Sorry Day – Reconciliation Hand.
19 teaching resources for those 'aha' moments
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Acknowledgement of Country Poster
A simple Acknowledgement of Country poster to display in your classroom.
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National Sorry Day – Reconciliation Hand
A reconciliation hand to promote thoughtful discussion on National Sorry Day.
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I Am Sorry – Poem and Discussion Questions
A poem to promote thoughtful discussion around issues of reconciliation on National Sorry Day.
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National Sorry Day – Mindfulness Colouring Sheet
A mindful colouring activity to promote thoughtful discussion around issues of reconciliation on National Sorry Day.
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Why Teach an Aboriginal Perspective About Cook's Landing in Australia? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching an Aboriginal perspective of Cook's landing in Australia.
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The Apology Transcript and Activities (Upper Years)
An excerpt from Kevin Rudd's Apology to the Stolen Generations with matching activity task cards.
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The Apology Transcript and Activities (Middle Years)
An excerpt from Kevin Rudd's Apology to the Stolen Generations with matching activity task cards.
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Why Teach About Racism? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about racism.
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Response to The National Apology Transcript
An excerpt from Professor Tom Calma's response to the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.
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National Sorry Day – Word Search
A word search to promote thoughtful discussion around issues of reconciliation on National Sorry Day.
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National Sorry Day Assembly PowerPoint
A 13-slide editable PowerPoint template that provides an overview of National Sorry Day.
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Piecing Australia Together – A Reconciliation Puzzle
A puzzle to assemble when learning about National Sorry Day.
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Why Teach About Aboriginal Smoking Ceremonies? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about Aboriginal Smoking Ceremonies.
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Why Teach About the National Apology? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about the National Apology.
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Why Teach About the Stolen Generations? Poster
An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about the Stolen Generations.
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How to Write an Acknowledgement of Country With Kids
Everything you need to know about writing your own Acknowledgement of Country withkids.
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Narragunnawali - Reconciliation Resources for Teachers
National Reconciliation Week begins May 27. Here are some free, curriculum-aligned resources to help teach your students about reconciliation in Australia, from the Narragunnawali platform.
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National Sorry Day Activities for Kids
National Sorry Day activities to help you and your students acknowledge and pay respect to The Stolen Generations on 26 May.
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The Apology Activities for the Classroom
How do you feel when you are waiting for an apology from someone? Use these new resources to teach your students about The National Apology to the Stolen Generation.