Year 7 Lesson Plans
All subjects available for this grade level.
Aligned to ACARA Content Descriptions
11 subjects · 67 units · 211 topics
Ages 12-13
Civics & Citizenship
This course explores the mechanics of Australian democracy and the legal system while challenging students to consider their roles as active citizens. Students examine the tension between individual rights and collective responsibilities through the lens of ethical decision making and constitutional law.
Economics & Business
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of economics and business within the Australian context. Students explore how individuals and societies manage scarce resources, the mechanics of the market system, and the importance of financial literacy in a changing global landscape.
English
This course develops foundational secondary English skills through the exploration of diverse texts and perspectives. Students analyze how language choices shape meaning and create their own imaginative and persuasive responses to contemporary issues.
Geography
This course explores the dynamic nature of the world through the lenses of water resources and place livability. Students investigate how people perceive and interact with environments, the management of vital resources, and the factors that influence where and how we live.
HASS
Year 7 HASS: the ancient world. Students investigate deep time history, methods of historical inquiry, and the ancient civilisations of the Mediterranean, Asia, and beyond.
Languages (LOTE)
This course introduces students to the target language through communicative practice and cultural exploration. Students develop foundation skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing while investigating how language shapes identity and community.
Mathematics
This course transitions students from primary arithmetic to secondary mathematical thinking by emphasizing abstraction and generalized patterns. Students engage with proportional reasoning, algebraic manipulation, and geometric properties to solve complex real world problems.
HPE
This course integrates physical literacy with holistic health concepts to support students during the transition to secondary school. Students develop specialized movement skills while exploring the factors that influence their identity, relationships, and wellbeing.
Science
This course introduces students to the foundational principles of scientific inquiry through the study of biological classification, gravitational forces, and chemical separations. Students develop skills in experimental design and data analysis while exploring the interconnectedness of Earth systems and the diversity of life.
Technologies
Students explore the fundamental principles of computer science through hands on projects. This course integrates computational thinking with technical skills in programming, data management, and network security to solve real world problems.
The Arts
Students explore the diverse landscape of visual and performing arts through practical creation and critical analysis. This course emphasizes the development of technical skills across dance, drama, music, and visual arts while fostering an understanding of cultural and historical contexts.