Year 4 History
The stories of the first fleets
Lesson 4
Today, we're going to write in our journals about the First Fleet's arrival at Botany Bay. Think about how people felt, how they were treated, and what their daily life was like. Get ready to imagine and write down your thoughts!
Success Criteria:
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I will write a journal entry detailing activities likely undertaken by convict settlers from the First Fleet to demonstrate an understanding of what life was like for them.
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I will demonstrate empathy for how the convict settlers from the First Fleet felt by including a description of their challenges, feelings and thoughts in my journal entry.
Welcome to our final lesson. Today, we are going to be creating our own journals as what we would feel to be a convict.
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Looking back on our lesson 2 Convicts
Now, let's reflect on the convicts you selected in lesson 2. Please jot down key facts and essential details that will be beneficial to you later when composing your journal entry.
Hint; Write down notes on your convicts feelings, emotions, experiences, daily activities, challenges, treatment
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Journal Entry
Before you start writing, consider what life would have been like during this time. Consider what daily life would have been like including what activities people would be doing, how they were treated, and how they felt. These questions can help guide your writing.
Template
Click here to access a helpful template that will guide you through writing your journal entry. It's designed to assist you in getting started and organizing your thoughts effectively.
Examples
Click here to explore example journal entries that will inspire and guide you as you begin writing your own. These examples provide valuable insight into the format and content of journal entries, helping you get started on the right track.
Let's begin
Click here to begin your journal entry writing journey. This link will take you to a designated space where you can start composing your journal entry. Let your thoughts flow as you capture your experiences and reflections!