National Sorry Day Resources
Discover Sorry Day resources created by Australian teachers — reflection activities, discussion prompts, Stolen Generations awareness and cultural materials.
7 resources availableAbout Sorry Day Resources
National Sorry Day teaching resources support Australian primary teachers in marking 26 May — a day of remembrance and healing that acknowledges the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities, now known as the Stolen Generations. Sorry Day provides an important opportunity for schools to engage with truth-telling and reconciliation in age-appropriate and culturally sensitive ways.
TeachBuySell features Sorry Day resources created by Australian teachers committed to respectful engagement with this significant day. Browse age-appropriate activities explaining the history and significance of Sorry Day, reflective writing tasks, art activities exploring themes of healing and belonging, discussion prompts, and classroom display materials. Resources are carefully designed to be sensitive to the emotional weight of the topic while making it accessible for primary students.
Sorry Day resources connect to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority with strong links to HASS (history, civics and citizenship), English (reflective writing, discussion), and The Arts. Sorry Day falls the day before National Reconciliation Week begins (27 May to 3 June), and many teachers use Sorry Day as a thoughtful introduction to the week of reconciliation learning that follows. Our resources help you approach this sensitive topic with the care and respect it deserves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Sorry Day about?
National Sorry Day on 26 May acknowledges the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families. It is a day of remembrance, healing, and commitment to ensuring such injustices are never repeated.
Are Sorry Day resources age-appropriate for primary students?
Yes. Our resources are carefully designed to present Sorry Day themes in age-appropriate ways, focusing on empathy, belonging, family, and healing rather than graphic historical detail. Early years resources are especially gentle in their approach.
How do Sorry Day resources connect to the curriculum?
Sorry Day resources connect to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross-curriculum priority, HASS (history, civics and citizenship), English (reflective and empathetic writing), and The Arts (art exploring themes of healing).
Can Sorry Day resources be used alongside Reconciliation Week materials?
Absolutely. Sorry Day falls on 26 May, the day before Reconciliation Week begins. Many teachers use Sorry Day as an introduction to the broader themes explored during National Reconciliation Week from 27 May to 3 June.
Do Sorry Day resources include reflective activities?
Yes. Our collection includes reflective writing prompts, class discussion guides, empathy-building activities, pledge-writing tasks, and art projects that encourage students to think deeply about belonging, fairness, and healing.