ANZAC Day commemorates the landing of troops at Gallipoli in Turkey on 25 April 1915. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. It became a word associated with the qualities of courage, endurance and mateship, even though the soldiers faced an impossible task and many lives were lost.

The spirit of the ANZACs is admired by the many Australians who visit Gallipoli in Turkey today.

Do picture puzzles or match the flags of countries Australia has helped in wars. Complete a timeline of wars and identify uniforms worn by Australians.

Explore the activities at Kids HQ on the Australian War Memorial site.

The ‘A is for animals’ exhibition has photos, audio and video of animals in war and peacekeeping operations.

Identify books and resources  to use in the classroom. Research school visits to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra or borrow a memorial box suitable for Stage 2 and Stage 3 students. Discuss issues, such as how attitudes to former enemies can change.

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