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First Nations’ Fish Traps

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Lesson Plan

Students discover how First Nations people have managed waterways sustainably for food through various designs of fish traps.

Learning intentions:
Students will…

  • explore how First Nations Australians created different types of fish traps depending on the location
  • understand the significance and ongoing contributions of First Nations Australians’ knowledge and practices with fish traps

Success criteria:
Students can…

  • explain some different types of fish traps used by First Nations Australians
Aerial view of fish traps in muddy water, formed by intricate stone arrangements. Green patches scatter around, creating a natural, earthy atmosphere.

Photo courtesy of ABC Education