Year 5 & 6 Health - Influences Unit - Australian Curriculum

 In this Year 5/6 Health unit, students explore the value of diversity, examine the factors that shape identity, and investigate how people and places influence who we are. Through thoughtful discussions, cooperative learning and reflective activities, students build the skills to understand themselves, appreciate others and contribute to inclusive communities. The unit is aligned to the Australian Curriculum Version 9, with a WA Curriculum planner also included.

✨ Clear, Comprehensive Planning

The editable planner includes curriculum links, a resources‑needed column, and a simple, teacher‑friendly structure that keeps lessons focused and easy to deliver.

✨ Simple, Efficient Lessons

Each lesson follows a 5–6 step sequence, helping you save time while maintaining clarity and flow. Instructions highlight the key learning points so you can focus on your students and make the most of every teaching moment.

✨ Editable PowerPoint

A fully editable PowerPoint presentation supports every lesson with:

• learning intentions & success criteria
• key discussion prompts
• visuals and diagrams
• embedded worksheets and display resources

Perfect for Smartboards and TVs.

✨ Engaging, Inclusive Learning

True to the Mrs Amy123 style, lessons are active, thoughtful and varied. Students explore identity and diversity through:

• cooperative learning strategies
• reflective writing
• small‑group discussions
• scenario‑based tasks
• hands‑on activities

Some lessons include worksheets, while others focus on conversation, movement and personal reflection.

✨ Assessment Made Easy

An editable A–E grading guide is included, showing what achievement looks like using two tasks from the unit. This guide aligns with the Year 5/6 Health Achievement Standard.

📦 What’s Included

• Editable planner (6 pages)
• WA Curriculum planner
• Editable PowerPoint presentation
• Worksheets (5 pages)
• Resources (30 pages)
• Editable grading guide (1 page)
• Editable learning intentions & success criteria

🎯 Curriculum Alignment

Australian Curriculum Version 9

• Describe and implement strategies to value diversity in their communities (AC9HP6P05)
• Examine how identities can be influenced by people and places, and how we can create positive self‑identities (AC9HP6P01)
• Investigate how societal roles and responsibilities can be influenced by gender stereotypes (AC9HP6P03)

   

  Western Australian Curriculum Outcomes

  Year 5

  • Ways individuals and groups adapt to different contexts and situations (WA5HEHPP1)

  Year 6

  • Ways positive self‑identities can develop and change over time (WA6HEHPP1)
  • Situations in which emotions can influence decision‑making in peer groups, with friends and with family (WA6HEHPI2)

   

  → Other than where stated, this product is not editable.