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Why Anzac Day?

This is the story of how the young nation of Australia was swept into World War One, and how remembering the suffering and sacrifices of that terrible conflict became an important part of Australian national life.

Your students will learn about the origins and evolution of Anzac Day, including:
  • The outbreak of war
  • The rush of young Australians to enlist in 'the great adventure'
  • The formation of the ANZACs
  • The voyage to Egypt
  • Training for war
  • The reasons for the Gallipoli campaign
  • The landing at Anzac Cove
  • The bloody battles at Gallipoli, including Lone Pine and The Nek
  • Hardships of life in the trenches
  • The vital work of Australian nurses
  • The evacuation of Gallipoli
  • The fierce fighting on the Western Front
  • The exploits of Australian troops in the Middle East
  • The bitter struggle over conscription
  • Life on the home front
These momentous events are brought to life using historic film, photographs and paintings, as well as quotes from eye-witnesses. Why Anzac Day? also follows the development of Anzac Day commemorations, from the darkest days of World War One through to the present day, with a young generation of Australians marching side by side with those who served in war.

Comes with access to FREE blackline masters and answers.

DVD movie. 23 minutes running time.

9781921373237

Click below to see a low resolution sample of the video.

Why Anzac Day? from Nic van Oudtshoorn on Vimeo.

Anzac Day – Honouring Our Heritage

Commemorating the 100 years since the Anzacs landed at Gallipoli, this informative teacher resource covers nine different Anzac Day topics each followed by reproducible activity pages for lower, middle and upper primary students.

Features
  • Explains centenary commemorations and observances
  • Explains how Anzac Day is observed and what it involves
  • Details the Gallipoli campaign, fighting on the Western Front during World War I, and how soldiers were looked after behind the battlelines when injured
  • Describes the symbols of Anzac and what life was like for those at home during war and for returning soldiers
  • Gives information about Australia’s defence forces, including uniforms and armaments
  • Describes Australian involvement in World War I, World War II and in other conflicts around the globe
  • Includes links to ACARA curriculums
  • Includes relevant literature, websites, elaborations, additional activities, worksheet information and answers.

Softcover.

9781925201161

Remember Gallipoli Posters

Eight original World War 1 posters, ideal for your classroom walls and to stimulate discussion.

Comes with Teacher’s Notes.

Each poster is A3 in size.

ER-4592P

Simpson and His Donkey
By Mark Greenwood

John Kirkpatrick Simpson and his donkey, Duffy, are heroes from Australia’s war history, who together, were able to save more than 300 men during the battle at Gallipoli. Supported by detailed research, the text includes a brief biography, a description of events, maps, historical information and fact files and also the little know story of how Simpson rescued one of his childhood friends, without even realising it.

An Eve Pownall Award for Information Books Honour Book, Children’s Book Council of Australia, 2009.

Paperback.

9781921529542

My Grandad Marches on Anzac Day
By Catriona Hoy

An understanding of Anzac Day, seen through the eyes of a little girl watching her grandfather march at a pre-dawn service. This moving and beautifully illustrated book emphasizes the sentiment of the day and the importance of sharing the memories of those who gave their lives for their country.

Paperback.

9780734410368

Anzac Biscuits
By Phil Cummings

Warm and safe in her kitchen, Rachel makes biscuits for her father, adding the warmth, love and hope that he needs in the battle trenches. Simply told but very touching, this special picture book intertwines the lives of those caught up in the frontline horror of war and those they have left at home.

Hardcover.

9781742833460

Meet the Anzacs
By Claire Saxby

Anzac stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and is the name given to the Australian and New Zealand troops who landed at Gallipoli in World War I. This picture book looks at those men, who have become a symbol of bravery and mateship in Australia’s history.

Hardcover.

9780857981929

My Australian Story: Gallipoli
By Alan Tucker

The attack has been timed to the minute. Thirty minutes from now we’ll climb down the rope ladders in to the lighters and find our seat. I’m one of the lucky ones. I’ve been chosen as one of the 500 men from my battalion who will be in the first wave to land … The Turks won’t know what’s hit them … Keen for adventure, 14-year old Victor March has lied about his age to enlist in the AIF during World War 1. He is headed for the Gallipoli Peninsula and the world as he knows it, is about to change forever. Written by an award-winning author, this book is one of the My Australian Story Series which brings Australia’s history alive through the diaries of fictional characters.

Paperback.

9781742836935

Anzac Centenary
By Lindsay Marsh

Written for all primary school students living in Australia, this book is designed to help young Australians develop an appreciation of Australia’s servicemen and servicewomen who have risked their lives in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. You can use this book in the lead up to the Anzac Centenary on the 25th April 2015, or in the years beyond the Centenary to teach the Anzac story and keep it alive.

Softcover. Reproducible.

9781863979092