Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this worksheet contains the name and images of a person who has died.
Look closely at two historic photographs of Bilin Bilin, read about the leader who demanded equal wages for his people, and answer questions.
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What students do
- Look closely at two historic photographs
- Read about Bilin Bilin and do some money maths
Australian Curriculum
- Year levels
- Years 5 to 8
- Learning areas
- HistoryHASSMathematics
- A_TSIP2Strong systems of family, kinship, law, governance and authorityPeople
- A_TSIP3Contributions acknowledged locally, nationally and globallyPeople
- A_TSICP2Colonisation under terra nullius, experienced as an invasionCountry/Place
Suggested links to version 9.0 of the Australian Curriculum cross-curriculum priorities: First Nations histories and cultures. Summaries are in our own words; see ACARA for the full organising ideas.
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