

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.
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day (Children’s Day) is our national day dedicated to celebrating our children and is celebrated across the country each year on 4 August.
Australia Post is the principal partner of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. They have created the Pen Pal Club teacher guide encouraging children to investigate and share First Nations stories and culture through letter writing.
The National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature has produced a new Resource that celebrates children’s books by and about Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flag Posters have both the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags. There is also an information page for each flag that includes the meaning of the flags and what each flag represents. These can be displayed within the learning environment.
The Children’s Services Award introduces a streamlined classification system and updated pay rates designed to better recognise the skills, qualifications, and responsibilities of early childhood… Read More
Children need safe and positive environments to learn and grow. To ensure this, services and educators need to ensure effective supervision at all times. The… Read More
Floorbook is a documentation approach that uses a large book with blank pages for children to record different aspects of their learning in small groups… Read More
In Norway and most other Scandinavian countries, children nap in the outdoors. According, to research outdoor sleeping not only promotes better daytime sleeping, but it… Read More
Nature programs in early childhood settings are a fantastic way to connect children with the natural world and promote holistic development. The following article provides… Read More
From 2026, every educator covered by the Children’s Services Award will move into a new, simplified classification structure. Instead of navigating 30 different levels, educators… Read More
Schemas are patterns of repeated behavior that allow children to explore and express developing ideas and thoughts through their play and exploration. The following article… Read More
The following article lists 30 art and craft descriptions and links to the EYLF. These can be used as a blurb, during observations, used for… Read More
Positive phrases play a crucial role in children's growth because they help nurture their emotional, social, and cognitive development. The following article lists 30 positive… Read More
From the earliest months of life, babies thrive when given opportunities to experience the outdoors. Nature is not just a backdrop for play—it is a… Read More

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