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Get our free Digital Literacy kit

Get our free Digital Literacy kit

As the world marks Global Media and Information Literacy Week, we’re proud to launch our free Digital Literacy education kit for students in Years 3 and above. We’re for Australian kids.

Looking after your digital wellbeing

Looking after your digital wellbeing

Part 1: Digital wellbeing and how to be kind, safe and respectful online — including setting boundaries, managing feelings online, and knowing when and how to seek help

News detective: is it fact or fiction?

News detective: is it fact or fiction?

Part 2: Your news filter always needs to be switched on in today’s digital world, so you can spot the difference between fact, opinion and advertising in online ‘news’ content

Deepfakes and AI: believe it or not

Deepfakes and AI: believe it or not

Part 3: What are deepfake images and videos, how can you tell when something isn’t quite right and what simple steps can help you to verify images and video in the age of artificial intelligence?

Clickbait and engagement traps

Clickbait and engagement traps

Part 4: Why clickbait works even on the grown ups, how algorithms reward engagement and practical ways to resist it

Algorithms and social media feeds

Algorithms and social media feeds

Part 5: It’s increasingly important to know how digital and social media recommendation systems shape what we see through feeds, the risks of filter bubbles and how to diversify your sources

Ad or influence: Who sells to you?

Ad or influence: Who sells to you?

Part 6: It seems everyone is pushing something online these days, whether it’s a product, service or even just their latest opinion, but there are things you can do to help identify if it’s sales or spin

Staying safe online is no game

Staying safe online is no game

Part 7: It is unfortunate but true that gaming chats and group DMs aren’t always child’s play – here’s how to spot red flags and report following the right pathways when something feels wrong

Be scam savvy: spot and report

Be scam savvy: spot and report

Part 8: Scams are a growing digital crime as bad agents keep pace with technology. We unpack the latest youth-targeted scams and show how you can recognise red flags and report them safely

Your data, your rules, your code

Your data, your rules, your code

Part 9: Consent, minimal data, collection, deletion and practical privacy steps are all part of the new privacy code for kids under 16, due to be introduced in December 2026 – here’s what it means

Reality check during elections

Reality check during elections

Part 10: Australia’s democracy is built on free and fair elections. Accuracy matters for civic participation, so every citizen should know how to verify election claims and find official information

Copyright, fair dealing and reuse

Copyright, fair dealing and reuse

Part 11: Understanding what students and teachers can legally copy and remix, and how to credit original creators properly, is essential for responsible research and digital content production

Stay safe, smart and savvy online

Stay safe, smart and savvy online

Part 12: Why do Aussie kids need to be e-Smart? It is a digital world and AI is here to stay. Here’s why protections work better when kids can learn to advocate for their own safety and e-smarts

Gold Rush

How to order your Gold Rush kit

How to order your Gold Rush kit

The discovery of gold in Australia began one of the most significant periods in our history. This kit explores the history of the Gold Rush and its impact on our nation both then and now

Gold finds kept secret before the Rush

Gold finds kept secret before the Rush

HISTORY OF THE GOLD RUSH: Many people found gold long before the Australian Gold Rush. But they were all sworn to secrecy. Eventually, word got out and the Rush began

The ever-changing world in the 1850s

The ever-changing world in the 1850s

HISTORY OF THE GOLD RUSH: Australia’s Gold Rush came during an era of great change around the world and many people were ready for a big adventure

And just like that, the Rush is on!

And just like that, the Rush is on!

HISTORY OF THE GOLD RUSH: The government held back a Gold Rush for years, but once the secret was out, unimaginable wealth came out of the ground, changing Australia forever

Rough journey to the goldfields

Rough journey to the goldfields

LIFE AS A MINER: News of the Australian Gold Rush spread quickly around the world. But the journey for those who dreamt of striking it rich was slow, uncomfortable and dangerous

The hard task of finding gold

The hard task of finding gold

LIFE AS A MINER: There are stories of miners tripping over nuggets of gold. Yes, really! But most people had to work much, much harder to find their fortune

A big multicultural melting pot

A big multicultural melting pot

LIFE AS A MINER: People came from across the world to find their fortune. The mix of cultures made the goldfields an exciting place, but also a difficult place for some

Making money without mining for gold

Making money without mining for gold

GOLDFIELD JOBS: Butcher, bakers, candlemakers and every kind of shopkeeper you can imagine flourished on the goldfields while miners had money to spend.

Christmas

Christmas Celebration around the World

50 fun activities on the history of Christmas

50 fun activities on the history of Christmas

Our feature series and 50-activity workbook will help students understand the history and evolution of Christmas, the religious and cultural aspects of its celebration and how traditions vary across the world

Christmas Celebration around the World

‘Tis the season for customs and traditions

‘Tis the season for customs and traditions

PART 1: It’s an exciting time of year — school’s almost over, holidays are about to begin and kids around the world are preparing to celebrate Christmas or other cultural festivals

Christmas Celebration around the World

The history behind our decorations

The history behind our decorations

PART 2: The reasons why we hang tinsel, stars and baubles on our trees at Christmas stem back hundreds of years. Discover the stories behind our favourite decorations, characters and traditions

Christmas Celebration around the World

Festive foods and where they come from

Festive foods and where they come from

PART 3: Ham, plum pudding and prawns on the BBQ are all traditional Christmas foods in Australia, but how did these festive delicacies originally make their way to the Christmas table?

Christmas Celebration around the World

Interesting tales behind our popular carols

Interesting tales behind our popular carols

PART 4: Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sounds of Christmas in song. There are many interesting stories behind some of our most popular carols — one is even written in code!

Christmas Celebration around the World

Santa films you can watch over and over

Santa films you can watch over and over

PART: 5: Here’s our guide to the best Christmas movies for children. But watch out, their storylines offer a mix of laughs, wishes, hope and most feature the jolly man in the red suit

Christmas Celebration around the World

How to have a greener and cleaner Christmas

How to have a greener and cleaner Christmas

PART 6: This time of year shouldn’t be about buying things we don’t need and sending rubbish and unwanted gifts to landfill. Here are 10 tips on how to have a sustainable Christmas

Christmas Celebration around the World

Anyway you say it, it’s a merry greeting

Anyway you say it, it’s a merry greeting

PART 7: Learn how to say Merry Christmas in 20 different languages and discover 10 amazing festive facts and some of the strangest yuletide world records

Health of the Nation

Get our free Health of the Nation Education Kit

Get our free Health of the Nation Education Kit

Two thirds of Aussies are overweight, barely exercise, watch screens for too long and eat too much junk food. But the nation can turn it around – let’s all jump-start our way to better health!

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What’s the problem with our nation’s health?

What’s the problem with our nation’s health?

Two thirds of Aussies are overweight, we barely exercise, we watch screens for too long, and eat too much junk food. But we can turn it around, if we all make some simple, healthy changes

Health of the nation

What food types and portion sizes should kids eat?

What food types and portion sizes should kids eat?

Part 2: Only 2 per cent of schoolkids eat the right amount of vegies and teens are risking anxiety with the high sugar levels they consume. Discover which foods you need to stay healthy

Health of the nation

Log off and move more to live a longer life

Log off and move more to live a longer life

Part 3: Half of all Aussie kids are not moving enough to maintain good health. Our devices are to blame. Discover how much exercise you need each day and easy ways to achieve it

Health of the nation

All kids need the right amount of sleep to grow

All kids need the right amount of sleep to grow

Part 4: About 18 million Australians don’t get enough sleep at night, including many children. This can impact how your body and mind develops as you grow. Learn how much sleep you need

Health of the nation

Devices, mental health and how to tackle cyberbullying

Devices, mental health and how to tackle cyberbullying

Parts 5 & 6: Students are using tech to eat better and move more. While Aussie teens are being taught to manage their own screen time in a world-first program aimed at improving mental health

Health of the nation

Taking care of your teeth is a reason to smile

Taking care of your teeth is a reason to smile

Part 7: Brushing your teeth twice a day and eating the right foods to grow strong teeth can prevent you getting sick and help you live longer. Follow these top dental health tips

Health of the nation

Host a school walkathon to boost your health

Host a school walkathon to boost your health

Part 8: On your marks, get set, walk! As part of the Health of the Nation campaign, we invite you to host your own walkathon to get your school students and teachers moving. Find out more here

Giving

Get our free Giving Education Kit

Get our free Giving Education Kit

Giving not only benefits those on the receiving end. Let’s learn how charity and generosity can make the world a better place with our new Giving Education Kit

Why giving is good

Why giving is good

PART 1: Have you heard the saying that it is better to give than receive? It’s true in so many ways. Find out why we all win when we give

Generous Aussies give for a better world

Generous Aussies give for a better world

PART 2: Australians are a generous bunch. Most of us are happy to give a little to improve the lives of others. Find out how much we give

Some of world’s richest are also biggest givers

Some of world’s richest are also biggest givers

PART 3: Philanthropists want to make the world a better place – and they’re prepared to put their money behind their vision

The worthy causes we support at home

The worthy causes we support at home

PART 4: Australians give their time and money to a variety of worthy causes. Let’s find out who is helping who in our own backyard

Never too young to get into giving

Never too young to get into giving

PART 5: You don’t have to be a grown up to help others. There are lots of ways kids can become great givers. Find out how

Join Australia’s army of volunteers

Join Australia’s army of volunteers

PART 6: There’s more to giving than money and goods. Your time can be just as – if not more – valuable

The Aussie charities and events we get behind

The Aussie charities and events we get behind

PART 7: Australians love to get behind a good cause. Let’s look at some of the charities and events we support

Climate Change

Get our free Climate Change Education Kit

Get our free Climate Change Education Kit

As the Glasgow summit gets the world talking ‘net zero 2050’, students can learn all about climate change – from the causes and impacts to what we’re doing to about it – in our new education kit

Understanding climate change

Understanding climate change

PART 1: People talk about climate change a lot. It’s good to know what it is and why it’s a big issue

How climate change affects Australia

How climate change affects Australia

PART 2: Just like other places in the world, Australia is counting the cost of climate change. Bushfires, droughts, floods and coral bleaching on the Barrier Reef are all part of the toll

Meet the greenhouse gas makers

Meet the greenhouse gas makers

PART 3: Human activity is warming our planet. We look at where greenhouse gases come from and which countries are the biggest emitters

How the world is working as one

How the world is working as one

PART 4: The Paris Agreement was a turning point in bringing countries together to fight climate change. How we’re doing will be in the spotlight at a conference in Glasgow in November

Australia’s climate plans and promises

Australia’s climate plans and promises

PART 5: As a party to the Paris Agreement, Australia has agreed to join the fight against climate change. But just how are we doing?

Towards net zero 2050

Towards net zero 2050

PART 6: Fixing climate change might not be as simple as doing better in the future. We also need to repair the damage we’ve already done. This is what achieving net zero 2050 is all about

How to tackle the climate challenge

How to tackle the climate challenge

PART 7: Cutting greenhouse gas emissions is key to tackling climate change. While this requires some big solutions, there are many little changes we can all be making

Moon Landing

How to access the moon landing education kit

How to access the moon landing education kit

It is over 50 years since Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first men to walk on the moon. Learn all about this historic event and the space race in our digital education kit

The moon, its history, and impact on our lives

The moon, its history, and impact on our lives

The moon is our nearest neighbour in space. We look at its birth, its surface, its history, its eight phases and how it has helped keep our daily lives on track since ancient times

Early space exploration and the race to be first

Early space exploration and the race to be first

In the early days of space exploration, the US and Russia sent rockets, animals and finally humans into the great unknown of our universe in the search for answers about what exists out there

Three ordinary men who made extraordinary history

Three ordinary men who made extraordinary history

The trio that led the Apollo 11 mission were Neil Armstrong, Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin and Michael Collins — three brave astronauts willing to risk their lives for space exploration

Weird and wacky training to mimic the lunar conditions

Weird and wacky training to mimic the lunar conditions

The astronauts were prepared to handle any problem imaginable on their moon mission. But trying to find ways to copy conditions on the lunar surface meant using some strange training techniques

Inside the powerful Saturn V rocket and Apollo 11

Inside the powerful Saturn V rocket and Apollo 11

NASA built a special-purpose rocket called Saturn V to launch man into orbit and walk on the moon. It was the most powerful of its kind ever built. We take a look at all its components

Liftoff! Life on-board the journey to the moon

Liftoff! Life on-board the journey to the moon

It took three days for Apollo 11 to reach the moon. There wasn’t much to do in the tiny module apart from eating rehydrated food, exercising and keeping the ship running smoothly

The Eagle has landed … and man walks on the moon

The Eagle has landed … and man walks on the moon

One of the greatest feats in history was realised when Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon and uttered the famous words: ‘That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.’

Greek Myths and Legends

Greek Myths and Legends

How to purchase the Greek Myths inquiry kit

How to purchase the Greek Myths inquiry kit

Greek Mythology captures the stories of gods, heroes, and rituals of the ancient Greeks with many aspects still relevant today in modern life. Purchase our inquiry kit today

Greek Myths and Legends

What is Greek Mythology?

What is Greek Mythology?

Greek Mythology is a series of epic tales of bravery, battles, monsters and love told by Ancient Greeks to their families over many generations to help them understand the world around them

Greek Myths and Legends

The 12 Olympians and Zeus, the King of Gods

The 12 Olympians and Zeus, the King of Gods

The 12 Gods and Goddesses who lived on Mt Olympus ruled every aspect of human life and were respected by Ancient Greeks. The king of all these Gods was Zeus

Greek Myths and Legends

Five Greek Goddesses of Mt Olympus

Five Greek Goddesses of Mt Olympus

Strong, beautiful, powerful and talented, these are the five Goddesses who helped make up the 12 Olympians in Greek Mythology

Greek Myths and Legends

A time of heroes and brave warriors

A time of heroes and brave warriors

Heroes in Greek Mythology were men and women of special strength, courage and abilities. Upon completing their tasks they were made immortal by the Gods to honour their bravery

Greek Myths and Legends

Villainous characters and tales with a twist

Villainous characters and tales with a twist

Evil and nastiness lurked in many places throughout Greek Mythology and has been the basis for many famous stories of ancient times. From murderous mums, selfish men and curious humans, these tales have storylines we can all learn from

Greek Myths and Legends

Monsters, animals and the beautiful Sirens

Monsters, animals and the beautiful Sirens

Monsters, animals and weird creatures were everywhere in the tales of Greek Mythology. Some like Pegasus the winged horse were kind, while others looked beautiful but were very deadly

Greek Myths and Legends

How mythology still influences modern life

How mythology still influences modern life

From the Olympic Games to the star signs we are born under and the brands we wear when we play sport, Greek Mythology continues to have a huge impact on our modern lives

Recycling

Recycling education kit sales

Recycling education kit sales

Teach students why it’s important to be part of the waste solution rather than the problem. Recycling kit includes 25-activity classroom workbook for $20.

Why we need to talk about waste and recycling

Why we need to talk about waste and recycling

PART ONE: There’s a lot of waste around, but it’s important to understand whether that’s a problem. We look at why we need to reduce waste and why recycling is a big part of the solution

Learn the three Rs for a simple waste solution

Learn the three Rs for a simple waste solution

PART TWO: Helping keep the earth clean is as easy as learning the three Rs … reduce, reuse and recycle. That way you’ll do your bit for the environment and you’ll save money, too

Australian recycling — then and now

Australian recycling — then and now

PART THREE: Australia has a long history of recycling and we’re very good at putting things in the recycling bin, but there is plenty more we can do to be even better

Recyclables from the bin back to you brand new

PART FOUR: Putting recyclables into a big bin and watching a recycling truck drive away isn’t the end of it. Follow your recycling from the bin to back out into the market as a new item

Comparing Australian recycling to the rest of the world

Comparing Australian recycling to the rest of the world

PART FIVE: Being the best recycling country in the world is a great goal to aim for. Australia has plenty to be proud of, but there’s still lots we can improve

You can be a great recycler

You can be a great recycler

PART SIX: Follow our guide on how to be a good recycler to make sure nothing you throw out ends up in landfill or the ocean. You’re on your way to being a fantastic recycler

Close the recycling loop: buy it back

Close the recycling loop: buy it back

PART SEVEN: Being a good recycler is about more than putting everything you can into the recycling bin. To be a really good recycler, choose products made out of recycled materials

Olympics

The world’s biggest sporting event

The world’s biggest sporting event

Celebrate the 2024 Summer and Paralympic Games in Paris with 35 fun activities to help kids learn all about Olympic history, traditions, sports and elite athletes

Ancient Games sparked the Olympic tradition

Ancient Games sparked the Olympic tradition

Part 1: The modern Olympic Games have been around for 125 years, but you have to look back much further than that to understand how the Olympic tradition began

How modern Games became biggest show on Earth

How modern Games became biggest show on Earth

Part 2: What started as one man’s idea to encourage world peace is now the biggest sports event on the planet. Let’s take a look at the history of the modern Olympic Games as we gear up for Paris

Friendship, respect and excellence drive the Games

Friendship, respect and excellence drive the Games

Part 3: The founder of the modern Olympic Games, Pierre de Coubertin, believed sport could bring people together and help them excel. These values are still at the core of the Games today

Follow the fascinating trail of the Olympic torch through time

Follow the fascinating trail of the Olympic torch through time

Part 4: The Olympic flame continues its journey as one of humanity’s most uniting and symbolic sparks in the modern era

River Seine to star in Opening Ceremony

River Seine to star in Opening Ceremony

Part 5: There are certain rules that must be upheld in every Olympic Games, but for the first time in modern Olympic history, the Opening Ceremony will be held outside a stadium

Designing an Olympic Village

Designing an Olympic Village

Part 6: When it came to building a home away from home for the 14,000 athletes and crew competing in the Paris Olympics, comfort and performance were just as important as sustainability

Medals and mascots of the Paris Games

Medals and mascots of the Paris Games

Part 7: While many host cities use native animals as their Olympic mascots, the Paris 2024 Olympics will have a mascot fashioned from a unique piece of French clothing

Skating dubbed Olympic sport

Skating dubbed Olympic sport

Part 8: Street sports such as skateboarding and breakdancing are making their Olympic debut at the 2024 Paris Games with 32 sports on offer across both new and repurposed venues

Bonjour la France et la Ville Lumiere

Bonjour la France et la Ville Lumiere

Part 9: The 2024 Paris Olympics marks the third time the ‘Ville Lumiere’, or, city of lights, has hosted the Games. Let’s look back over the history of France – and learn a few words along the way

Oz Paralympic champs to watch

Oz Paralympic champs to watch

Part 10: The Paralympics have been held every four years for more than six decades, with a record 4000 athletes competing this year – including some of Australia’s best Paralympians

Our Oz Olympic heroes – let’s go, Australia!

Our Oz Olympic heroes – let’s go, Australia!

Part 11: At 10th place on the Olympic ranking, Australia is a nation that loves its sport. Let’s look at some of our best Olympic champions of all time and the new entrants who are set to shine

Voice Referendum

Voice Referendum

Get our free Voice explainer series

Get our free Voice explainer series

Australia is off to the polls for the first referendum since 1999. Let’s learn more about how and why we have referendums and what the Indigeneous Voice to Parliament referendum is all about

Voice Referendum

What is the Voice referendum?

What is the Voice referendum?

PART 1: Australia is off to the polls for a referendum. Let’s learn more about how and why we have referendums and what they mean for the country

Voice Referendum

Indigenous Australians’ history and culture

Indigenous Australians’ history and culture

PART 2: Indigenous Australians have a rich history and culture spanning tens of thousands of years – here are some important aspects of First Nations culture and major events in Indigenous history

Voice Referendum

About the Uluru Statement from the Heart

About the Uluru Statement from the Heart

PART 3: Ahead of the Voice to Parliament referendum, we take a closer look at the Uluru Statement from the Heart, its background and its purpose

Voice Referendum

Uluru becomes Albo’s Mt Everest

Uluru becomes Albo’s Mt Everest

PART 4: Anthony Albanese faces a steep scramble to the summit of the Voice to Parliament referendum, as cartoonist Mark Knight looks to the Heart of the matter, drawing our monolith as a metaphor

Voice Referendum

The Voice referendum: the case for No

The Voice referendum: the case for No

PART 5: Those campaigning against the Voice say it is legally risky with too many unknowns and that it would permanently divide our nation into different classes of citizens

Voice Referendum

The Voice referendum: the case for Yes

The Voice referendum: the case for Yes

PART 6: Yes campaigners say approving the Voice will provide unity, hope and make a positive difference to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Voice Referendum

Decision day for Indigenous Voice

Decision day for Indigenous Voice

Part 7: Australians have heard both sides of the Voice debate for months – now it all boils down to what happens on the day

Elections

Get our free Elections Education Kit

Get our free Elections Education Kit

Australia is off to the polls. Let’s learn more about how and why we have federal elections

Australia is off to the polls

Australia is off to the polls

PART 1: It’s time for a federal election. Learn about why we have elections and what they achieve

Enrol, vote and eat a democracy sausage!

Enrol, vote and eat a democracy sausage!

PART 2: Get ready for election day, when Australians exercise their right to vote and politicians eat sausages in bread

Step inside the houses of federal parliament

Step inside the houses of federal parliament

PART 3: The business of Australia’s parliament takes place in two houses. Learn about what happens there and how parliamentarians represent Australians

Australia’s system of government

Australia’s system of government

PART 4: The Constitution tells us Australia is a representative democracy. We look at what this means and how our system of government compares to others around the world

Inside Australia’s top job

Inside Australia’s top job

PART 5: We all want to know who will be prime minister after the federal election. Let’s look at how we choose our prime minister

Parties line up in the game of politics

Parties line up in the game of politics

PART 6: Parliament works a bit like a team sport, with teams called parties fighting to win, plus a few extra people called independents

On the election campaign trail

On the election campaign trail

PART 7: Here’s how parties and candidates try to convince people to vote for them

When the PM visits the G-G

When the PM visits the G-G

PART 8: Learn about the role of the governnor-general – including why the prime minister must visit before an election – and what happens if we become a republic

Welcome to Canberra, home of democracy

Welcome to Canberra, home of democracy

PART 9: Australia’s grand national capital city was a compromise that settled an argument between Sydney and Melbourne

What do elections have to do with me?

What do elections have to do with me?

PART 10: Kids can have a say, be leaders and help make a difference for the future, well before the voting age of 18