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ScienceVolcanoes & Earthquakesusually ages 7–9

Tsunamis

Know what a tsunami is: a very large, fast ocean wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption under the sea, which can cause great damage when it reaches land

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If your child hears the word 'tsunami' on the news, can they explain that it's a huge wave caused by an earthquake or eruption under the ocean, and that it can travel very fast across the sea?

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Builds on
What Is an Earthquakeages 5–7Tsunamis are caused by undersea earthquakes
Power of Eruptionsages 5–7Understanding tsunamis benefits from knowing eruptions are powerful
Why Earthquakes Happenages 7–9Tsunamis also caused by earthquakes, so understanding earthquake causes helps
Tsunamisthis skill · ages 7–9
Unlocks
Earthquake-Resistant Designages 9–11Tsunami warning systems require understanding what tsunamis are

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Curriculum alignment

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This skill sits outside the F–6 Australian Curriculum — no candidate code matched (v0.1). No NSW K–6 outcome code matched (v0.1). No Victorian Curriculum 2.0 code matched (v0.1).

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