Who was the most significant Australian Prime Minister of the 20th Century? This resource is most suitable for year 6 history under the theme 'the contribution of individuals and groups to the development of Australian society since Federation'.
Structure and features
Using the information from the National Museum of Australia, students will select at least 2 Prime Ministers to research and then justify who they think was the most significant to the development of Australian Society in the 20th Century.
- Select 2-3 Australian Prime Ministers of the 20th Century from the National Museum of Australia site.
- Read through the information about each of your selections.
- Using the attached 'Plus Minus Interesting' charts, make some notes under each heading - Plus Minus Interesting chart.
- Based on your research, make a decision about who is, in your opinion, the most significant Prime Minister for Australia and justify your response.