School Resources

This short film shares how Laxmi became a leader in her school and a mentor to other girls in her village.

A short video explaining the Catholic Social teaching principle: Preferential Option for the Poor.
4 mins

Three photo storybooks, audio described for blind or vision-impaired readers.

A day in the life with Shaniella, who attends a rural training centre in the Solomon Islands. 

A board game with an accompanying case study. 

A case study featuring Shaniella from Solomon Islands with accompanying reflection questions and activities for Foundation to Years 3-6.

This prayer is designed for people to reflect on the significance water plays in our daily lives.

Case Study with accompanying board game.

Students see what it is like to live without easy access to clean water. They will imagine they are living in a small, remote village in Mozambique where people do not have taps in their houses and the one village pump has broken down – not for the first time. Includes instructions, templates, background information, reflection questions, case study and supporting classroom activities.

Leaia's story, narrated for readers who benefit from reading along with a narrator.

Thandolwayo and her community now have access to clean water. 6 mins

A quiz based on water availability and consumption.

A story about Phany, a farmer in Cambodia. Learning activities included.

Thandolwayo and her community now have access to clean water. 
Approx 6 mins

Shaniella was able to overcome the challenges of natural disasters, and gain the skills she needs to create a brighter future for herself.

A photo storybook with accompanying learning activities sharing Leaia's story (Samoa). 
For students in Foundation to Year 2.

A case study featuring Laxmi from Nepal with accompanying activities for secondary students.

Activities and a case study about Anatercia, a young woman living in Mozambique who has improved her life with the support of Caritas Australia and its partners.

A case study featuring Margret from Solomon Islands with accompanying reflection questions and activities for Years 3-6.

Meet Anatercia, a 12-year-old girl who lives in Mozambique. With your support, she can access clean drinking water and focus on doing well at school.

Students learn about a simple handwashing device called a tippy tap and construct their own.