Primary
Students will discover the stories of South Australia and the role of the State Library in collecting, preserving and sharing the history of South Australia. They will develop important life skills for research, inquiry and analysis techniques using a variety of sources.
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- Early learning
My History
Reception to Year 3
The My History program has been developed to engage children in examining their own personal stories and histories.
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- Education program
- Primary
Our changing environment
Years 3 to 6
Discover how State Library sources can provide insight into the past that can inform the present and future.
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- Education program
- Primary
Coo-ee Digger
Experiences of South Australian WW1 soldiers
Discover what it was like to be a South Australian digger during World War One.
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![The first European settlement in South Australia [B 21210]](/sites/default/files/styles/tile_square_1x/public/2018-06/first-settlement-in-sa-B21210.jpg?itok=vPh7Oq9E)
- Education program
- Primary
Early Settlement of South Australia
Years 5 to 7
Discover a selection of historical resources which illuminate various aspects of the settlement of the colony.
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- Education program
- Primary
South Australia and Federation
Primary and Secondary
This program focuses on South Australians who were instrumental in advancing the Federation cause.
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- Education program
- Primary
The Opposite of Bored
Researching SA History through board games
Collaborate in teams to discover moments in South Australia's history.
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- Education program
- Primary
Pop-Ups and Moveable Books
Years 4 to 7
Did you know that the State Library keeps pop-ups and moveable texts in the collections? An interactive eBook has been co-designed by learners to complement this program.
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- Education program
- Primary
The great air race
Years 5 to 7
Learners will discover the story of Great Air Race through engaging experiences including viewing the exhibition, mapping, handling collection items, playing historical board games and test flying their own paper planes.
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- Education program
- Primary
What's in your State Library?
Years 3 to 7
Do you know what the State Library is all about? Experience an interactive exploration of some of the stories and spaces of the State Library. your visit includes the beautiful Mortlock Wing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What do the programs cost?
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- All State Library education programs are provided free of charge.
- All equipment and materials costs are covered by the State Library.
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What pre-visit information will we receive?
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- An email will be sent to the booking contact person to be distributed to all the attending teachers and adults. This will include all pre-visit information relevant to the booked program.
- Some early years or primary programs will also receive a posted invitation addressed to the children.
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What happens on arrival?
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- Arrive prior to the start of the program, so that students can eat and access toilet facilities located on the ground floor behind the lift.
- If the weather is inclement a shelter area is located on the eastern side of the building between the State Library and the Museum’s armoury building.
- A staff member will meet your group near the main entrance.
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What should we bring to an education program?
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- Medication may be carried by the adult supervisor in a backpack.
- Please arrange name tags for early years and primary students.
- Devices are provided by the State Library, but we encourage senior secondary students to BYO devices.
- Students who wish to join the State Library and receive a library card need to do so before visiting the library and request the card to be mailed to them.
- Students wishing to access photocopying services will need to bring money.
- Storage is available to accommodate school bags or food/drink crates.
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Do you have teacher tips for visiting the State Library for research?
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- Discuss research topics with your students and the types of resources that might be useful.
- Students may wish to access a Library Guide relevant to research topics.
- Involve the school librarian in your students' research projects.
- Allocate sufficient time at the State Library for your research.
- Some collection items are in storage but you can request an item to be retrieved from storage via the catalogue before your visit. Find out more about the retrieval service.
- If you are intending to stay to use the resources after your program, you will need to book electronic database computers for your students to use.