Connecting with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) communities can be a rewarding and enriching experience. The following article provides information on Steps To Seek Support and Build Relationships With ATSI Communities, Ensuring Involvement Is Respectful To ATSI Communities, How To Seek Permission To Use Or Share ATSI Stories Or Materials, Seeking Permission In NSW, Getting Involved With Local ATSI Organisations and more. 

Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) perspectives and pedagogies in Early Years education environments is essential for several reasons. The following article provides infromation on the Importance Of Embedding ATSI Perspectives And Pedagogies In The Early Years Education Environments, Incorporating ATSI Perspectives Into Your Practice, Incorporating ATSI Histories and Cultures in EYLF Curriculum, Examples Of Effective Activities, EYLF and ATSI Perspectives and more. 

Dreamy is a collection of FREE mindful audio stories from the First Storytellers – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. While the stories are contemporary and beautifully encapsulate the relationship between First Nations people and Country. The accompanying learning kits include activity resources and cultural connection cards.

Possum Skin Pedagogy is an educational framework designed for early childhood practitioners to embed Aboriginal perspectives into their teaching. The following article provides information on the seven narratives that explore Aboriginal culture and aspects of implementing possum skin pedagogy. 

The Aboriginal Cultural Safety Framework is designed to create culturally responsive, safe, and welcoming environments for Aboriginal children and their families within the early childhood education and care sector.

The Indigenous Literacy Foundation proudly presents Indigenous Literacy Day on Wednesday 6th September, celebrating Stories, Cultures and Languages. Take part in a free virtual event including a 15-minute film premiere, followed by a 45-minute live stream from the Sydney Opera House with storytelling and songs. 

Creation stories are mythological tales that describe a cultural or religious group’s beliefs about how the universe including its elements and beings was created. The following article provides information on What Are Creation Stories, the Importance Of The Rainbow Serpent and Tiddalik, the Benefits of Creation Stories and How They Can Be Incorporated Into Everyday Learning. 

Play School has collaborated with SNAICC, Koori Curriculum, Reconciliation Australia and the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council to create ‘Play School’s Yarning and Dreaming’ available to watch on Thursday 4th August at 9 am.