Ned Kelly - Australian Bushranger | Lesson + Art Project + No Prep Mini Craft

Ned Kelly – Australia’s Most Infamous Bushranger introduces students, Grades 3 - 6, to the “naughty boy of Australian history” with an engaging lesson and includes an art project based on Australian artist Sidney Nolan’s famous Ned Kelly series.

The lesson tells the history of Kelly and contemplates the evolution of Kelly as a folk hero and integral character in Australian history. From his early troubles with the law to his iconic homemade armor and eventual capture, Ned Kelly’s story is an unforgettable and important addition to the history of the land down under. This lesson is filled with authentic images to enhance the learning experience.

Learning about cultures reinforces both SEL and global education programs by increasing social awareness, appreciation of diverse cultures and understanding about Our Cool World! 

Students will also be introduced to Sidney Nolan, the Australian artist whose paintings told the story of Ned Kelly through art. Nolan was famous for painting the graphic image of Kelly and also for painting landscapes of Australia. Students will create their own “Sidney Nolan” Ned Kelly series landscapes with tissue and construction papers. An Australian Outback Idea Board and step-by-step instructions are provided along with Ned Kelly templates. Prep is minimal.

An optional, fun, no-prep Ned Kelly Armor Mask craft is also included!

Ned Kelly, Australia’s Most Infamous Bushranger (29 pages) includes a lesson plan, PowerPoint images, an art lesson, and a fun craft.

A fun and easy art project, Ned Kelly Australian Outback Landscapes, is presented for grades 3 - 6. An “Idea Board” is available to show students pictures of the Australian outback. Other supplies needed include white card stock or heavy weight copy paper, clear sheet protectors, tissue paper in a variety of colors, colored construction paper, white glue, glue stick, scissors, and pencils.

Supplies for an optional fun, no-prep craft, the Ned Kelly Armor Mask, include white card stock, Jumbo size craft sticks, tape, scissors, makers, and crayons.

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