What was life like for children growing up in Aboriginal families during the 1970s?
Daniel’s Story
Daniel is growing up in Australia during the 1970s in an Aboriginal family. His family has strong connections to their culture, community and Country.
At home, Daniel learns from his parents, grandparents and Elders about his family and community.
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This is a short excerpt from Daniel’s full classroom profile, available here as part of the Growing up in the 1970s Teaching Pack — or try a sample in the free 1970s Childhood Comparison Mini Lesson below.
Snapshot profile:
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Name: Daniel
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Where he lives: Australia (Aboriginal family)
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Time period: 1970s
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Home life: Learning from family and Elders
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Culture: Stories, traditions and connection to Country
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Play: Outdoor play and time with family and community
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Communication: Learning through storytelling and shared experiences
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Why this matters: Daniel’s experiences help us understand how daily life for Aboriginal children has changed over time
Free mini lesson
See how Daniel’s experiences compare with other children growing up in 1970s Australia
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Mini Lesson includes:
✔ Sample profiles for four children
✔ Guided discussion prompts
✔ A classroom comparison activity
✔ Student drawing and writing tasks
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