AC9ADA2E02 Years 1 to 2 The Arts

Content descriptor explore examples of dance choreographed and/or performed by First Nations Australians

Elaborations

• • Elaboration exploring when, where, how and why First Nations Australians use dance to share knowledge about their cultures; for example, during celebrations such as National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, NAIDOC Week, Reconciliation Week or the acknowledgement of significant occasions including Sorry Day
• • Elaboration observing how the elements of dance are used in choreography and/or performance by First Nations Australians; for example, exploring the movements with representatives of the First Nations Australian community or by using resources that are created or co-created by First Nations Australians
• • Elaboration identifying where they might experience dance in First Nations Australians’ cultural expressions, such as in ceremonies at their school, in their community, or as part of state and national events, and taking notice of ways the performers and audiences observe protocols and respect Elders or knowledge holders
• • Elaboration learning about First Nations Australians’ interpretations of the night sky; for example, working with First Nations Australians who have cultural authority to co-create movements to represent shapes and patterns that can be seen at different times of the year