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OzBoxLearning through Literacy

OzBOx is a program for years 3–6 that provides full coverage of the Australian Curriculum for Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, specifically History and Geography. The program is ideal for shared, guided and independent reading and writing.

DifferentiateD instructionOzBOx provides educators with a flexible approach to allow for differentiated instruction. The program includes four individual topic cards for each Australian Curriculum content description. The cards are written at different reading levels, allowing all students to learn the content outlined in the Australian Curriculum.

OzBOx complements the Oxford Australian Curriculum Atlases, allowing for deeper learning of topics, and providing many new topics.

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LIVING IN HARSH CLIMATES

Many of Australia’s animals live in harsh environments. They

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have adapted to suit the harsh climate. Second, they have

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It also digs a deep burrow up to

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where there is more moisture

and where temperatures are much

cooler than on the surface.

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comprehension anD the australian curriculum The highly visual and engaging OzBOx topic cards provide students with opportunities to read, comprehend and write about factual content that is aligned explicitly to the Australian Curriculum.

support for teaching the australian curriculumFor each topic card, OzBOx provides comprehensive professional support for educators to ensure students have every opportunity to achieve the learning outcomes outlined in the Australian Curriculum.

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historical artefacts from early Sydney.

Fact!Victoria was part of New South Wales until 1851.

Queensland was part of New South Wales until 1859.

Early British sEttlEmEnts

The arrival of European settlers in 1788

in the country they knew as New Holland

marked the beginning of the colonisation

of Australia. The first settlement was

established at Sydney Cove as a penal

colony. This was quickly followed by other

penal settlements at Rose Hill and on

Norfolk Island.

After New South Wales, the next area to

be settled was Tasmania, then known as

Van Dieman’s Land, where penal colonies

were opened in Risdon Cove (1803) and

Sullivan’s Cove (1804). Sullivan’s Cove was

later renamed Hobart Town, which means

that Hobart is Australia’s second oldest city.

Western Australia was initially established

as a free settlement in 1827. This was

done to make sure that French explorers

could not claim the land and start a French

colony. Western Australia became a penal

colony in 1849.

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OzBOx Year 5 topic card: Early British Settlements

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Professional Support

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OzBoxfor educators

Comprehensive teaching and assessment support for educators is available on Oxford Owl. Resources include:

• detailed notes to support the teaching of the Australian Curriculum content

• interactive e-cards for every topic card for whole-class and small-group teaching and learning

• pre- and post-assessment rubrics

• self-assessment rubrics

• graphic organisers

• activity sheets

• term planners.

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Links to other suBject areasYear 5geography• Interpretgeographicaldataandotherinformation,usingdigital and spatial technologies as appropriate, and identify spatial distributions, patterns and trends, and infer relationships to draw conclusions (ACHGS037)

Year 6english• Analysehowtextstructuresandlanguagefeaturesworktogether to meet the purpose of a text (ACELY1711)

other resources• Oxford Australian Curriculum Atlas Years 5–6, ‘Animals and their habitats’, p. 36; ‘Survival in Australia’s deserts’, p. 42.• Oxford Australian Curriculum Atlas Years 5–6, Professional Support, ‘Animals and their habitats’, p. 21; ‘Survival in Australia’s deserts’, p. 24.

4. StudentswritearesponsetotheGraniteIslandPenguinConservation plan. Ask: What are the strengths of the plan? What improvements could be made? What other data might be needed? [Ext]5. Together, brainstorm a list of other harsh climates around the world. Students can work in pairs to choose two climates to compare. Ask: What makes the climates harsh? What do they have in common? What is different?6. Together with students, watch From Cages to Enclosures at: http://bit.ly/1AUjcOf. Students can choose an animal and design their own zoo enclosure with an environment to suit its needs. Ask: What do you need to consider? [A]

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colour-coded by learning area.

Background topic information supports educators to lead discussions.

teaching activities that enable students to develop, use and

demonstrate their knowledge of Australian Curriculum subject content.

Australian Curriculum english skills listed.

Australian Curriculum learning area skills.

Different reading levels cater for differentiated instruction.

comprehension behaviours linked to topic card questions and teaching activities.

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Links to other suBject areasYear 5geography• Interpretgeographicaldataandotherinformation,usingdigital and spatial technologies as appropriate, and identify spatial distributions, patterns and trends, and infer relationships to draw conclusions (ACHGS037)

Year 6english• Analysehowtextstructuresandlanguagefeaturesworktogether to meet the purpose of a text (ACELY1711)

other resources• Oxford Australian Curriculum Atlas Years 5–6, ‘Animals and their habitats’, p. 36; ‘Survival in Australia’s deserts’, p. 42.• Oxford Australian Curriculum Atlas Years 5–6, Professional Support, ‘Animals and their habitats’, p. 21; ‘Survival in Australia’s deserts’, p. 24.

4. StudentswritearesponsetotheGraniteIslandPenguinConservation plan. Ask: What are the strengths of the plan? What improvements could be made? What other data might be needed? [Ext]5. Together, brainstorm a list of other harsh climates around the world. Students can work in pairs to choose two climates to compare. Ask: What makes the climates harsh? What do they have in common? What is different?6. Together with students, watch From Cages to Enclosures at: http://bit.ly/1AUjcOf. Students can choose an animal and design their own zoo enclosure with an environment to suit its needs. Ask: What do you need to consider? [A]

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Interactive topic e-card for whole-class or small-group work.

OzBoxfor students

DifferentiateD learning OzBOx caters for the different reading abilities of students in a class. Four cards have been written for every topic, and the cards are written at different reading levels.

assessmentPre- and post-assessment rubrics provide educators with tools to monitor student learning, and students are also able to monitor their own learning using self-assessment rubrics.

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Early farmersmany people believe that aboriginal and torres strait islander people were nomadic. But recent evidence suggests that some groups were excellent farmers.

cool burning was used in what is known as firestick farming. cool burning allowed people to create grassed areas next to forests where animals sheltered. When the animals, such as kangaroos, came out to the grassed areas to eat, they were easier to hunt.

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4. think about the landscape near where you live. how have humans changed the land? What do you think it was like 200 years ago? or 1000 years ago? 5. With a partner, find out which Aboriginal or torres strait Islander groups lived in your local area, using a resource such as an Indigenous Language Map. research how they used the land before European settlement. What impact did they have on the land? What did they do to preserve the land? Present your findings to the class in an interesting way.

in victoria’s lake condah region, scientists have uncovered what they believe are the remains of eel farms that existed before european settlement. channels were dug to connect wetlands, rivers and swamps. rocks were used to narrow parts of the waterways, and then eel traps were placed to catch eels as they passed through.

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they feel responsible for caring for the land.

Cool burning

For thousands of years before european

settlement, aboriginal and torres strait

islanders lived in harmony with the land. cool

burning was one method used by indigenous

people in northern Queensland to maintain

that harmony.

cool burning involves starting a small fire not

long after the wet season ends. the fire moves

slowly, giving animals time to get out of its path.

Burning small areas in this way can prevent a

large bushfire from destroying the land. cool

burning can also help the growth of new plants

by cracking open seedpods, so they are dropped

in the ground without getting scorched. after

a cool burn, new shoots grow quickly, providing

food for native animals.

cool burning was used by indigenous australians to maintain

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ozbox Year 5 © oxford university Press 2016

Early farmersmany people believe that aboriginal and torres strait islander people were nomadic. But recent evidence suggests that some groups were excellent farmers.

cool burning was used in what is known as firestick farming. cool burning allowed people to create grassed areas next to forests where animals sheltered. When the animals, such as kangaroos, came out to the grassed areas to eat, they were easier to hunt.

Scan the code to watch a video about eel trap farming. not final

QuestIons

1. Why do you think the fire moves slowly during a cool burn?

2. Explain how Indigenous eel traps worked. 3. use http://splash.abc.net.au/media/-/m/29898/indigenous-eel-farming to watch the video about Indigenous eel farming. how did eel farming change the land? What effect do you think this had?

4. think about the landscape near where you live. how have humans changed the land? What do you think it was like 200 years ago? or 1000 years ago? 5. With a partner, find out which Aboriginal or torres strait Islander groups lived in your local area, using a resource such as an Indigenous Language Map. research how they used the land before European settlement. What impact did they have on the land? What did they do to preserve the land? Present your findings to the class in an interesting way.

in victoria’s lake condah region, scientists have uncovered what they believe are the remains of eel farms that existed before european settlement. channels were dug to connect wetlands, rivers and swamps. rocks were used to narrow parts of the waterways, and then eel traps were placed to catch eels as they passed through.

indigenous australians’ knowledge of the land was very important to how they used and changed the land.

an eel

an eel trap

topic card questions provide opportunities for students to practise comprehension skills and strategies, and demonstrate research and writing skills.

Qr codes link to real-life videos that allow for deeper

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connection to the land. Traditionally they

viewed themselves as the custodians of their

country, rather than the owners. this means that

they feel responsible for caring for the land.

Cool burning

For thousands of years before european

settlement, aboriginal and torres strait

islanders lived in harmony with the land. cool

burning was one method used by indigenous

people in northern Queensland to maintain

that harmony.

cool burning involves starting a small fire not

long after the wet season ends. the fire moves

slowly, giving animals time to get out of its path.

Burning small areas in this way can prevent a

large bushfire from destroying the land. cool

burning can also help the growth of new plants

by cracking open seedpods, so they are dropped

in the ground without getting scorched. after

a cool burn, new shoots grow quickly, providing

food for native animals.

cool burning was used by indigenous australians to maintain

the land.

Year 3 OZBOX Contains* Year 4 OZBOX Contains* Year 5 OZBOX Contains* Year 6 OZBOX Contains*Geograpghy 24 topic cards 24 topic cards 20 topic cards 24 topic cards

History 20 topic cards 16 topic cards 20 topic cards 16 topic cards

Science 16 topic cards 20 topic cards 16 topic cards 20 topic cards*Each topic card in each OZBOX has six copies to use in group work or guided reading.

** You must purchase on OZBOX to be able to access this OZBOX professional support resources on oxfordowl.com.au

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is a large landmass, and there are seven

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asia is also the largest continent in terms

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is a large landmass, and there are seven

continents on earth. from biggest to smallest,

these continents are asia, africa, north america,

south america, antarctica, europe and australia.

asia is also the largest continent in terms

of population, with approximately four

billion people.

The island continent

australia is often called the island continent

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with fewer than 5000 people.

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is a large landmass, and there are seven

continents on earth. from biggest to smallest,

these continents are asia, africa, north america,

south america, antarctica, europe and australia.

asia is also the largest continent in terms

of population, with approximately four

billion people.

The island continent

australia is often called the island continent

because it is a huge landmass surrounded

by oceans. like antarctica, australia is

separated from all of the other continents

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Scan the code to link to a video about the continents of the world.

the seven continents

Fact!

Antarctica is the smallest

continent in terms of population,

with fewer than 5000 people.

the SmalleSt continent

do you know what a continent is? a continent

is a large landmass, and there are seven

continents on earth. from biggest to smallest,

these continents are asia, africa, north america,

south america, antarctica, europe and australia.

asia is also the largest continent in terms

of population, with approximately four

billion people.

The island continent

australia is often called the island continent

because it is a huge landmass surrounded

by oceans. like antarctica, australia is

separated from all of the other continents

by lots of sea water.

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A grinding stone

FACT!

The Ngaanyatjarra women still grind the seeds using a grindstone or millstone.

BUSH TUCKER

Today, the food traditionally eaten by Aboriginal people is called ‘bush tucker’ or ‘bushfood’. You can buy and eat bush tucker because some companies in Australia sell it or use it to make products such as jams, relishes and butters.

But, for thousands of years, bush tucker was the food Aboriginal people ate as they lived off the land on the Australian continent or fished in its waters. Bush tucker included witchetty grubs, seeds, fish, honey ants and kangaroo.

Bush breadIn many parts of Australia, Aboriginal women would collect and grind seeds into flour to use when making bush bread. The seeds used in the bread depended on where the women lived and the time of year.

In the Ngaanyatjarra lands in the central western deserts of Western Australia, the women still collect seeds from the different types of acacia trees in the area. They grind the seeds to make flour for bush bread.

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A grinding stone

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The Ngaanyatjarra women still grind the seeds using a grindstone or millstone.

BUSH TUCKER

Today, the food traditionally eaten by Aboriginal people is called ‘bush tucker’ or ‘bushfood’. You can buy and eat bush tucker because some companies in Australia sell it or use it to make products such as jams, relishes and butters.

But, for thousands of years, bush tucker was the food Aboriginal people ate as they lived off the land on the Australian continent or fished in its waters. Bush tucker included witchetty grubs, seeds, fish, honey ants and kangaroo.

Bush breadIn many parts of Australia, Aboriginal women would collect and grind seeds into flour to use when making bush bread. The seeds used in the bread depended on where the women lived and the time of year.

In the Ngaanyatjarra lands in the central western deserts of Western Australia, the women still collect seeds from the different types of acacia trees in the area. They grind the seeds to make flour for bush bread.

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A grinding stone

FACT!

The Ngaanyatjarra women still grind the seeds using a grindstone or millstone.

BUSH TUCKER

Today, the food traditionally eaten by Aboriginal people is called ‘bush tucker’ or ‘bushfood’. You can buy and eat bush tucker because some companies in Australia sell it or use it to make products such as jams, relishes and butters.

But, for thousands of years, bush tucker was the food Aboriginal people ate as they lived off the land on the Australian continent or fished in its waters. Bush tucker included witchetty grubs, seeds, fish, honey ants and kangaroo.

Bush breadIn many parts of Australia, Aboriginal women would collect and grind seeds into flour to use when making bush bread. The seeds used in the bread depended on where the women lived and the time of year.

In the Ngaanyatjarra lands in the central western deserts of Western Australia, the women still collect seeds from the different types of acacia trees in the area. They grind the seeds to make flour for bush bread.

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H not finalScan the code to link to a video about bush tucker.

A grinding stone

FACT!

The Ngaanyatjarra women still grind the seeds using a grindstone or millstone.

BUSH TUCKER

Today, the food traditionally eaten by Aboriginal people is called ‘bush tucker’ or ‘bushfood’. You can buy and eat bush tucker because some companies in Australia sell it or use it to make products such as jams, relishes and butters.

But, for thousands of years, bush tucker was the food Aboriginal people ate as they lived off the land on the Australian continent or fished in its waters. Bush tucker included witchetty grubs, seeds, fish, honey ants and kangaroo.

Bush breadIn many parts of Australia, Aboriginal women would collect and grind seeds into flour to use when making bush bread. The seeds used in the bread depended on where the women lived and the time of year.

In the Ngaanyatjarra lands in the central western deserts of Western Australia, the women still collect seeds from the different types of acacia trees in the area. They grind the seeds to make flour for bush bread.

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Scan the code to link to a video that shows a hermit crab moving from its old shell into a new one.

Australian land hermit crab

FACT!

Despite their name, hermit crabs like company. If you can afford more than one, your crabs will be very happy!

GETTING A PETPets are great companions, and they help us stay

happy and active. A pet is a living thing. If you have

a pet, it’s important to look after it well. Hermit crabsMany people don’t have space for a cat or a dog.

An Australian land hermit crab is the perfect pet

for these people. These crabs are inexpensive to

buy and to care for. The crab spends most of its time out of the

water. It lives in the shells of other sea creatures.

It uses its big left claw to climb and to defend itself.

It uses its smaller right claw to eat and drink.

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Scan the code to link to a video that shows a hermit crab moving from its old shell into a new one.

Australian land hermit crab

FACT!

Despite their name, hermit crabs like company. If you can afford more than one, your crabs will be very happy!

GETTING A PETPets are great companions, and they help us stay

happy and active. A pet is a living thing. If you have

a pet, it’s important to look after it well. Hermit crabsMany people don’t have space for a cat or a dog.

An Australian land hermit crab is the perfect pet

for these people. These crabs are inexpensive to

buy and to care for. The crab spends most of its time out of the

water. It lives in the shells of other sea creatures.

It uses its big left claw to climb and to defend itself.

It uses its smaller right claw to eat and drink.

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Scan the code to link to a video that shows a hermit crab moving from its old shell into a new one.

Australian land hermit crab

FACT!

Despite their name, hermit crabs like company. If you can afford more than one, your crabs will be very happy!

GETTING A PETPets are great companions, and they help us stay

happy and active. A pet is a living thing. If you have

a pet, it’s important to look after it well. Hermit crabsMany people don’t have space for a cat or a dog.

An Australian land hermit crab is the perfect pet

for these people. These crabs are inexpensive to

buy and to care for. The crab spends most of its time out of the

water. It lives in the shells of other sea creatures.

It uses its big left claw to climb and to defend itself.

It uses its smaller right claw to eat and drink.

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Scan the code to link to a video that shows a hermit crab moving from its old shell into a new one.

Australian land hermit crab

FACT!

Despite their name, hermit crabs like company. If you can afford more than one, your crabs will be very happy!

GETTING A PETPets are great companions, and they help us stay

happy and active. A pet is a living thing. If you have

a pet, it’s important to look after it well. Hermit crabsMany people don’t have space for a cat or a dog.

An Australian land hermit crab is the perfect pet

for these people. These crabs are inexpensive to

buy and to care for. The crab spends most of its time out of the

water. It lives in the shells of other sea creatures.

It uses its big left claw to climb and to defend itself.

It uses its smaller right claw to eat and drink.

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