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These resources have been developed in alignment with the current National Curriculum. The intention is that they are used to support teachers and students in classrooms around Australia in building greater intercultural awareness and capability. For this reason, the majority of resources are free of charge. If you would like support with how to bring them into the classroom or using them to enhance your existing curriculum please reach out to us at education@islamicmuseum.org.au.

Maymoona's Moon - a lesson plan

This lesson plan uses the picture story book to explore Ramadan and Eid - how families around the world celebrate special times. Curriculum links: VC2EFLE02, VC2E1LE02, EN1-UARL-01, PH1-IHW-01, AC9EFLE01, AC9EFLE02.
Free

Angles through art

This engaging activity prompts students to consider angles through an artistic lens! Curriculum links: VC2M5M04, VC2M6SP03, AC9M5M04, AC9M6SP03, MA3-GM-03.
Free

What Remains - An analysis

Explore the themes presented through Ahmed Abunda's painting. Reflect on the realities of those portrayed in the artwork. Curriculum links: VC2CE6U03, VC2CI8C01, AC9AVA6E01, VA4-CHV-01.
Free

Everything is Connected

Analyse the artwork 'Art is in our Nature' by considering the symbolism of a nest and how the environment plays a vital role in shaping our communities. Understand the need for caring for Country and how all living things are connected. Curriculum links: VC2CCPACP1, VC2HG6K02, HS3-ACH-01, AC9HS5K05.
Free

Art is in our Nature

Explore the symbolism of the artwork, 'Art is in our Nature'. Reflect and unpack the meaning of the artwork and how this applies to your school/wider community. Curriculum links: VC2CI4D01, VC2CC4R01, VC2AVA4E01, VAS2.3, AC9AVA4E02.
Free

'Dawa Ahmar' - Reflection and Analysis

Reflect on the meaning of the artwork pictured and the way that art tells personal stories. Explore the impact that significant events like war and conflict can have on individuals and communities. Curriculum links: VC2HH6S08, VC2HH8S08, VC2HH10S08, HI4-IEP-01.
Free

Rethinking Modern Art

Explore the idea that geometric abstraction began long before European modern artists, using the artwork 'The 1400 Year Old Modern' as a prompt. Curriculum links: VC2AVA6E01, VC2AVA8E01, VC2AVA10E01, HI4-CPP-01.
Free

Coffee - a drink that travelled

Explore the origination of coffee - from the Medieval Islamic world, to the coffee we drink today. Its journey has been long and rich - just like coffee itself! Curriculum links: VC2E5LA08, VC2E5LA05, VC2E5LA03, VC2CC6Q03, VC2CC6R01, AC9E5LY02, AC9E5LY03, AC9E5LY05, AC9E5LY06, AC9E5LA08, EN3-RECOM-01, EN3-UARL-01, EN3-UARL-02, EN3-VOCAB-01.
Free

Mosques around the world

Compare the designs of mosques around the world using two examples: a mosque in China and a mosque in Mali. Discuss design styles, differences and similarities and why geographic landscape can impact building style and materials. Curriculum links: VC2M3SP02, VC2CI6C01, VC2CI4C01, VC2CI4D02, VC2HG4K01, VC2HG2K04, AC9M3SP02, AC9HS4K05.
Free

The Oud - an infographic

This infographic explores the oud and makes comparisons between the oud and the guitar. Curriculum links: VC2AMU8E01, AC9AMU8E01.
Free