Hands-on+resources

= **Memorial Box** =

The Australian War Memorial’s Memorial Box program is a hands-on resource for Australian Schools (free to the ACT and surrounding areas). Each box relates to a specific aspect of Australia’s military history with a deliberate focus on the social history of war.

-dress up uniforms -Equipment (helmets, webbing etc) -Hands-on relics (Note: while some items are replica most boxes contain original items) -Stimulus photographs, artworks, posters and maps -Case studies including oral histories -Original and documents video footage.
 * Boxes contain:**

This resource is ideal for addressing the various learning styles and could easily be incorporated in a class with students with additional needs. Using the resource book included, teachers are provided with background information about each box item and ideas for lesson planning.

-Hands-on discovery using objects and equipment -Literacy and numeracy work using primary documents and case studies -Creative responses to stimulus material (arts, literacy etc) -Starting point for further investigation. For example, use a photograph as a basis for a research project: Who is in the picture? What are they doing? Where are they?
 * Some ideas for use:**


 * Target audience:**
 * All boxes are suitable for both Primary and Secondary students as the box can be adapted into an age appropriate lesson plan. This box is an excellent tool for providing practical information about Australian military history and developing empathy and perspective. **

Preparation should be undertaken to asses each objects suitability for your class. I would recommend breaking the box down into smaller sections and introduce it to students gradually so as not to overwhelm.
 * Working with additional needs:**

Boxes are available by contacting the Australian War Memorial on (02) 6206 9814 or at memorial.box@awm.gov.au. More information is available from the Memorials’ Education website.