Then and Now: Playing with the Past

Stage 1 History

Present and Past Family Life

Key inquiry question:

• How has family life changed or remained the same over time?

HT1-1 Communicates an understanding of change and continuity in family life using appropriate historical terms

HT1-4 Demonstrates skills of historical inquiry and communication

The Past in the Present

Key inquiry questions:

• What aspects of the past can you see today?
• How have changes in technology shaped our daily life?

HT1-2 Identifies and describes significant people, events, places and sites in the local community over time

HT1-3 Describes the effects of changing technology on people’s lives over time

Up to 15 students: $165
Up to 20 students: $300
Up to 35 students: $450
Up to 50 students: $600
Up to 70 students: $750

You can alter your booking numbers up until 2 weeks prior to your visit. We will contact you three weeks prior to your booking to confirm final numbers and requirements. You will be invoiced for the full cost of your program two weeks prior to your booking. Payment can be made by credit or debit card, or EFT. Cancellations made within 7 days of a booking will incur the full cost for the program. Cancellations made within 2 weeks of your visit will be invoiced for 50% of the total booking. Cancellations must be made in writing. Please refer to our Extreme Weather Policy for information regarding weather-related cancellations.

• Please plan to arrive before the start time of your booked program to allow for cloaking, toilet visits and/or a refreshment break for the students. If you arrive late, some elements and activities may need to be cut from the program to keep to the scheduled finish time.
• Large groups will be divided up into smaller groups for activities in the museums.
• Bags, food and drinks are not permitted in the museums and cloaking facilities are provided.
• Photography policies vary between the museums so please ask a member of staff for details.
• Teachers and carers are required to remain with their groups at all times.
• Disciplining students remains the responsibility of teachers and carers accompanying the group.
• Please let us know before your visit if any of your students have special needs or learning difficulties so we can plan to accommodate their needs during the visit.

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