Australia The Land Down Under
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Aborigines First people living in Australia Nomadic way of life Passed on knowledge and beliefs through art, dance, song, and dreaming stories
Ayers Rock (“Uluru”) Site of many caves decorated with ancient Aboriginal paintings World’s largest rock Spiritual gathering place
Ayers Rock
Great Barrier Reef World’s largest reef Home to 1,500 kinds of fish National park to protect all the sea life
Great Barrier Reef
Australian Animals Kangaroo 50 different kinds Babies are called Joeys Koala Nocturnal Means “no drink”
More Animals Emu Tall flightless bird Fast runner and swimmer Wombat Lives in a burrow Eats grass and leaves
Sheep Farms Raise sheep for wool and meat Enormous ranches Each farmer takes care of thousands of sheep
Aussie Slang G’Day=“good day”, “ hello” Mate=“friend”, “buddy” No Worries=“You’re welcome”