Explore Cultural Narratives with Our Dreaming by Kirli Saunders – NSW DET Stage 2 Narrative Unit

Delve into the rich and meaningful world of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural narratives with this comprehensive resource, designed to guide NSW Stage 2 teachers in teaching the concept of Narrative using Our Dreaming by Kirli Saunders.

This unit of work, spanning over 235 pages, empowers students to explore the significance of Cultural narratives in sharing history and lived experiences. With detailed teaching notes, an editable PowerPoint, a printable PDF, and a link to a Google Slides version, this resource provides flexible options for engaging classroom instruction.

Learning Intention:
Students will understand the importance of Cultural narratives in expressing the history and experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Success Criteria:

• Identify cultural practices and protocols used by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
• Explore the structure and purpose of Cultural narratives and the various ways they are shared.
• Reflect on and present personal history through oral storytelling.
• Describe how multimodal features, such as images and sound, enhance meaning in Cultural narratives.

Designed with over 235 editable PowerPoint slides and printable resources, this unit encourages students to connect deeply with Australia's First Nations histories and storytelling traditions. Please note, the resource may contain images, voices, or names of deceased persons in photographs, film, audio, or printed material.

Help students discover the power of Cultural narratives with this dynamic and engaging teaching resource!

Attribution is given to: © State of New South Wales (Department of Education), 2023.