Students explore Australia's geography, history, cultures, wildlife, and famous landmarks. They compare places and perspectives and discuss the stories and people that have shaped the country.
Practice: Vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and discussion.
Vocabulary: colonist, iconic, sacred, compromise.
Grammar: Understand and use the idioms a blessing in disguise, a dime a dozen, beat around the bush, and better late than never.
Word study: Practice words with a pronounced final e, including recipe, catastrophe, karate, and résumé.
Reading & speaking: Read about Australia’s geography, history, and culture; discuss landmarks and cultural respect.