The document discusses the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, highlighting her becoming the longest-serving monarch on September 9, 2015. It provides information about Australia's connection to the Commonwealth and symbols on the Australian flag. The content is designed for early childhood education, focusing on intercultural understanding and Australian history.

1. IN THE NEWS!
SEPTEMBER 9TH 2015
REIGN of QUEEN ELIZABETH II
K - 3 Slideshow

2. Portrait of The Queen, taken in 2002
© John Swannell/Camera Press
QUEEN'S
The
63 YEARS
SINCE 1952
REIGN

3. Where do we live?

4. Australia is a member of the
Commonwealth of Nations

5. There are 53 members in the
Commonwealth of Nations.
We are united by history and
our shared values.

6. What symbols can you see on the
Australian flag ?

7. The Union Jack reminds
us of our history as a
British colony.
The large star is called the
Commonwealth Star.
The Southern Cross
is easily seen in the
night sky from
Australia.

8. In February, 1952, Princess
Elizabeth became Queen
Elizabeth II.

9. Queen Elizabeth II
is the Head of the
Commonwealth
and the monarch
of Australia.
Official portrait of The Queen taken in the
Centre Room in Buckingham Palace in
December 2011© Royal Household/John
Swannell

10. On September 9th, she was recognized
as the longest serving monarch in history.
WORLD NEWS
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11. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
Portrait of The Queen, taken in 2002
© John Swannell/Camera Press
PORTRAIT
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12. Teacher's Notes
This early childhood slideshow provides an opportunity to discuss a current world
event and is relevant to intercultural understanding and Australian history curriculum. It
was adapted from the Queen's Birthday presentation which is during the third term
holidays for WA students.