Did you have one growing up?

Backyards are fairly common in Australia, but not everyone grew up here, and land use often varies from one country or culture to another.

This week we’re going to look at different cultural uses of backyard space, helped by a little look at your own backyard, and those of other students in your class.

Read the highlighted bits in the above article to find out.

Then, we will come back to discuss as a class what ideas about the backyard resonated with you and why.

This interactive website provides a good overview of how Australian lands are used. Have a quick look to broaden your understanding of the whole of Australia, not just its urban regions.

As you scroll down the page, the map of Australia will change, demonstrating different land uses including native title.

Let's consider some of the environmental changes and social attitudes around backyards by reading this article.