The Theatre-In-Education day program History in a Box, set in Fort Lytton National Park, provides the context for an inquiry into the significant historical features of the Moreton Bay area and the influence of the community in shaping this site, both in the past and today.
Through use of drama, students explore the connection of Fort Lytton to local and world events, places, people and the corresponding eras of history. They actively interrogate the physical site and historical sources. Theatre-In-Education actors build an appreciation of the events, people and lifestyles that influenced the local area, including Indigenous peoples.
The many themes explored stimulate questions, thoughts and feelings that motivate students to reflect on concepts of continuity and change and to explore these from various perspectives. They are asked to reflect on and record their personal opinions and views on the place and importance and significance of cultural heritage today.
Curriculum Intent - Year 3 |
Humanities and Social Sciences Inquiry and Skills Questioning Pose questions to investigate people, events, places and issues (ACHASSI052). Researching Locate and collect information and data from different sources, including observations (ACHASSI053). Sequence information about people’s lives and events (ACHASSI055). Analysing Examine information to identify different points of view and distinguish facts from opinions (ACHASSI056). Evaluating and reflecting Interact with others with respect to share points of view (ACHASSI059). Knowledge and Understanding History The importance of Country/Place to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples who belong to a local area (ACHASSK062). How the community has changed and remained the same over time and the role that people of diverse backgrounds have played in the development and character of the local community (ACHASSK063). External link |