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Causes and Journey of the First Fleet

4th Grade · Social Studies · Australian Curriculum

7 lessons

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Learners will understand the social and political conditions in Britain that led to colonisation, the decision to send the First Fleet, and the journey and arrival at Sydney Cove.

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  2. Why Britain Needed a New ColonyNot started yet
  3. The Loss of the American Colonies and the Push for AustraliaNot started yet
  4. The Decision to Colonise Australia in 1788Not started yet
  5. The First Fleet: Ships and PeopleYou are here
  6. The Voyage to Botany BayNot started yet
  7. Arriving at Sydney Cove: The First DaysNot started yet
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auAC9HS4K02Australian Curriculum (v9) · Social-studies · 4th Grade

the causes of the establishment of the first British colony in Australia in 1788

auAC9HS4K03Australian Curriculum (v9) · Social-studies · 4th Grade

the experiences of individuals and groups, including military and civilian officials, and convicts involved in the establishment of the first British colony