Year 5 & 6 Technologies - Algorithms Unit - Australian Curriculum

This 10-lesson Digital Technologies unit aligned to Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum helps students explore algorithms, problem solving and computational thinking. Across a 10-week sequence of engaging lessons, students learn how to define problems, design algorithms and evaluate how digital solutions meet design criteria and user stories, building essential coding and logic skills for Year 5/6 learners.

Designed to make teaching simple and engaging, this unit provides ready-to-teach lessons, an editable planner, worksheets, assessment guidance and a 100+ slide PowerPoint so you can confidently deliver high-quality Digital Technologies lessons with minimal preparation.

An alternative WA Curriculum planner (2026+) is also included, making this unit ideal for Western Australian teachers preparing for the new requirements.

✨ What Makes This Unit Exceptional

Engaging Lessons that Build Computational Thinking

Throughout the 10 lessons, students investigate how problems can be defined and solved using algorithms and computational thinking. They explore how digital solutions are created to satisfy design criteria and user needs, while developing the ability to design and implement their own algorithms.

Each lesson is intentionally clear, concise and easy to follow, with five to six steps that guide teaching and learning. This structure helps save teacher preparation time while ensuring students remain focused and engaged.

Editable PowerPoint for Every Lesson

The included 100+ slide editable PowerPoint presentation supports each lesson and can be displayed directly on a classroom screen, Smartboard or TV.

Slides include:

• Learning Intentions and Success Criteria
• Key discussion questions
• Visual explanations and prompts
• Embedded worksheets and activities
• Display resources for the classroom

This allows you to run the entire lesson directly from the presentation, making teaching smoother and more efficient.

Collaborative and Engaging Learning

MrsAmy123 units are known for their fun, engaging and cooperative learning strategies. Many lessons include worksheets, while others focus on discussion, collaboration and problem-solving activities to maximise student engagement and deeper thinking.

Assessment Made Simple

This unit includes an editable grading guide that clearly outlines what A–E achievement looks like using two activities from the unit. The guide is directly linked to the Year 5/6 Technologies Achievement Standard, helping make assessment and reporting clearer and more consistent.

What’s Included

♦ Editable Unit Planner (6 pages) + WA Curriculum alternative
♦ Worksheets (46 pages)
♦ Editable PowerPoint Presentation (100+ slides)
♦ Editable Grading Guide (1 page)
♦ Editable Learning Intentions and Success Criteria

🎯 Full Curriculum Alignment (Version 9)

Implement algorithms as visual programs involving control structures, variables and input (AC9TDI6P05)

Design algorithms involving multiple alternatives (branching) and iteration (AC9TDI6P02)

🎯 WA Curriculum Outcomes

Year 5

Design algorithms in plain English and/or flow charts that involve user input, variables and control structures (sequence, decisions and repetition) (WA5DIGDI1)

Implement algorithms in a visual programming environment involving variables and control structures (sequence, decisions and repetition) with user input (WA5DIGDI2)

Use given criteria to evaluate design features with consideration of competing factors, processes and the designed solution (WA5DIGDTEV1)

Year 6

Design algorithms in plain English and/or flow charts that involve user input, variables and control structures (sequence, decisions and various types of iteration: For, Repeat, While) (WA6DIGDI1)

Implement algorithms in a visual programming environment involving variables and control structures (sequence, decisions, input and various types of iteration) (WA6DIGDI2)

Develop negotiated criteria to evaluate design features, graphics, selected technologies, processes and functionality, with consideration of constraints for the designed solution (WA6DIGDTEV1)

This comprehensive 10-lesson Year 5/6 Digital Technologies unit makes it easy to teach algorithms, computational thinking and digital problem solving while staying fully aligned with Australian Curriculum Version 9. With editable resources, clear lesson structure and engaging activities, it’s a powerful addition to any primary classroom.

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