Strengths

• Use of Aboriginal legends to introduce new topics to students.
• Encouraging empathy and respect for diverse individuals.
• Resource is well laid out and easy to follow.
• All black line masters and additional items necessary to complete activities are provided.

Weaknesses

• Resource does not effectively address the issues relating to the topics presented.
• Students do not take part in authentic action experiences.
• Students do not participate in hands-on discovery learning opportunities.

To enhance this resource the following changes are strongly recommended:

• These resources should be taught as part of a larger unit of study.
• Students should take part in authentic action experiences.
• Students should be presented with important issues relating to the topics being addressed.
• A personal affinity with the Earth should be encouraged.

To enhance this resource the following changes would be beneficial:

• A hands-on discovery learning method of teaching should be utilized.
• Opportunities for students to choose some elements of their programming should be used.
• Students should be given opportunities to clarify their own values relating to the topics introduced.