The arrival
Help students to build empathy.
The arrival by Shaun Tan explores the experience of an immigrant arriving in a new country told entirely through illustration.
 
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                                    The arrival by Shaun Tan explores the experience of an immigrant arriving in a new country told entirely through illustration.
 
                       
Support your students to become active citizens in the very place history was made.
 
Writing a letter is a great way to share information and talk about a cause you’re passionate about.
 
Creative activity ideas for young people to support those around them.
 
What happens when a Prime Minister dies while still holding office?
 
Consider a First Nations' perspective on the Anzac story.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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