The arrival
Help students to build empathy.
The arrival by Shaun Tan explores the experience of an immigrant arriving in a new country told entirely through illustration.

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The arrival by Shaun Tan explores the experience of an immigrant arriving in a new country told entirely through illustration.
What happens when a Prime Minister dies while still holding office?
Engaging activity ideas to support young people connect with those around them.
Practical resources and ideas to use in the classroom across civics and citizenship, media literacy and more.
The 1928 referendum asked Australians to change the way finances were managed by the Commonwealth and states.
Visit MoAD from your classroom and get young people talking about democracy, leadership and sustainability.
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