Indigenous Resources
- Aboriginal 45cmH Fabric Dolls Set of 4Product Code: 19964Price $274.89 $249.90
These unique, handmade fabric dolls have embroidered facial features and markings. The dolls and the clothing can be machine washed for hygiene. Each doll measures approx 45cm in height. Colours and design may vary.
Set Includes:
- Aboriginal Warrior Fabric Doll
- Aboriginal Girl Fabric Doll
- Aboriginal Aunty Elder Fabric Doll
- Aboriginal Uncle Elder Doll
- Large Indigenous Tracking Discs in Leather Pouch 5pcsProduct Code: 02585Price $94.49 $85.90
These large tracking stamps allow educators to celebrate the unique history of our Australian native animals and the tracking skills of Australia’s Aboriginal people.
Hand crafted from wood this set can be used in a variety of ways to celebrate and teach the rich history of tracking in Australia. They can be used in conjunction with dough, as rubbings and as a provocation for art, painting and storytelling. They are perfect as conversation starters and to connect children to country by intentionally teaching them about our First Nations People.
With a handy leather pouch for storage, this tracking set is the perfect portable choice for a range of cultural based learning!
Each disc measures 11cm diameter.
Quick View - Gathering and Bushfoods Story Stones 13pcsProduct Code: 02590Price $109.89 $99.90
This beautiful set of story stones are designed by a local Nyungar artist and depict Aboriginal symbols relating to Gathering and Bushfood.
These 12 story stones are hand carved and engraved with indigenous symbols. The set comes with an additional hand painted stone. To assist you to understand each symbol a fact sheet is included explaining the symbols represented.
This multi-use resource will promote a greater understanding of Aboriginal gathering and bushfood. They can be used to enhance literacy through storytelling and as a visual prop when reading books about Aboriginal culture and heritage. They would be great to include in a creative area as rubbing stones and are ideal to support and promote conversations about gathering food and bush tucker.
Each story stone measures 7cmH x 4.5cmW. The story stones come with a hand woven dilly bag for storage.
Quick View - Hunting and Tracking Story Stones 13pcsProduct Code: 02591Price $109.89 $99.90
This beautiful set of story stones are designed by a local Nyungar artist and depict Aboriginal symbols relating to Hunting and Gathering.
These 12 Hunting and Gathering story stones are hand carved and engraved with indigenous symbols, and the set comes with an additional hand painted stone. The story stones are a multi-use resource and will promote a greater understanding of Aboriginal culture and heritage. They could be used to enhance literacy through storytelling and could be used as a visual prop when reading books about Aboriginal culture and heritage. They would be great to support and promote conversations about animals tracks and hunting.
To assist you to understand each symbol a fact sheet is included explaining the symbols represented in the set. The stones and fact sheet come with their own hand woven dilly bag for storage.
Dimensions: 7cmH x 4.5cmW.
Quick View - Country Story Stones 13pcsProduct Code: 02592Price $109.89 $99.90
These story stones are a multi-use resource and will promote a greater understanding of Aboriginal culture and heritage. They could be used to enhance literacy through storytelling and could be used as a visual prop when reading books about Aboriginal culture and heritage. They would be ideal to support and promote conversations about weather and weather systems. This beautiful set of story stones are designed by a local Nyungar artist and depict Aboriginal symbols relating to country.
The 12 Country story stones are hand carved and engraved with indigenous symbols, the set comes with an additional hand painted stone. To assist you to understand each symbol a fact sheet is included explaining the symbols represented in the set. The stones and fact sheet come with their own hand woven dilly bag for storage.
Each stone measures 7cmH x 4.5cmW.
Quick View - Mob and Ceremony Story Stones 13pcsProduct Code: 02593Price $109.89 $99.90
Designed by a local Nyungar artist this beautiful set of story stones depict Aboriginal symbols relating to Mob and Ceremony. They are hand carved and engraved with indigenous symbols. The set comes with an additional hand painted stone.
To assist you to understand each symbol a fact sheet is included explaining the symbols represented in the set. The stones and fact sheet come with their own hand woven dilly bag for storage.
These story stones are a multi use resource and will promote a greater understanding of Aboriginal culture and heritage. They could be used to enhance literacy through storytelling and could be used as a visual prop when reading books about Aboriginal culture and heritage. They are ideal to support and promote conversations about Aboriginal Meeting Places and Ceremonies.
Each story stone measures 7cmH x 4.5cmW.
Quick View - Indigenous Flow of Learning Book Boxes Set of 5Product Code: 15967Price $26.29 $23.90
The new 'Flow of Learning Book Boxes Set of 5' is ideal for storing your Indigenous resources, learning about the environment or simply adding some beautiful Australian colour to your classroom or library.
Travelling the Flow of Learning. The artwork on the box has been created by Mitch Francis, a Gunditjmara and Bundjalung man from the Illawarra Region of NSW.
Mitch’s artwork, titled “Flow of Learning”, beautifully depicts the journey of a child through education:
“Passing through the centre of the artwork is the child’s journey along the winding path of education and learning. The connecting blue lines lying behind symbolise all the places that each child visits throughout their own educational journey. The ‘U’ shapes along the sides of the design represent all the people who have been supportive in this journey.”
Dimensions: 17cmW x 25cmD x 28cmH (back) and 17cmH (front).
Quick View - Indigenous Family Playset 6pcsProduct Code: 22066Price $26.29 $23.90
This Indigenous wooden family of 6 is a great resource to encourage role playing while learning about Aboriginal culture. It is a fun way to introduce diversity and inclusion while encouraging children to feel positive and confident while they learn through open-ended play. Images are printed using non-toxic heat transfer technology, sealed with protective finish to ensure they last for years to come. The figures measure between 6cmH and 8cmH and are made from NZ pine.
Quick View - First Nations Languages Blocks 26pcsProduct Code: 22069Price $51.59 $46.90
In Australia there are more than 250 Indigenous languages including around 800 dialects. Languages are living things that connect people to Country, culture and ancestors. We have chosen to represent languages throughout Australia.
We have used approved words for sharing and been in consultation with First Nations Land Councils for the languages that we have used on our blocks; Tiwi, Pintupi, Gudjal, Noongar, Bunganditj, Awabakal.
Each block is printed on 4 sides with the Indigenous language used, the location of the Indigenous language used, the image named with the Indigenous language and the image named in English.
- Each block measures 4cm x 4cm x 4cm.
- Made with FSC beechwood
- Contemporary Aboriginal Boy Doll 36cmProduct Code: 19975Price $87.89 $79.90
Designed and handmade in Australia, this fabric doll measures 36cm high. Clothing will vary as each doll is created individually.
Quick View - Contemporary Aboriginal Girl Doll 36cmProduct Code: 19976Price $87.89 $79.90
Designed and handmade in Australia, this fabric doll measures 36cm high. Clothing will vary as each doll is created individually.
Quick View - Contemporary Aboriginal Man Doll 36cmProduct Code: 19977Price $87.89 $79.90
Designed and handmade in Australia, this fabric doll measures 36cm high. Clothing will vary as each doll is created individually.
Quick View - Contemporary Aboriginal Woman Doll 36cmProduct Code: 19978Price $87.89 $79.90
Designed and handmade in Australia, this fabric doll measures 36cm high. Clothing will vary as each doll is created individually.
Quick View - Hand Painted SlateProduct Code: 02560Price $19.69 $17.90
Hand painted art on slate featuring Aboriginal designs by Indigenous artist Murruppi. Measures approximately 10cm x 9cm. Designs, colours and shape will vary.
Quick View - Aboriginal Art Yarning Circle Carpet 2.5m DiameterProduct Code: 15084Price $714.89 $649.90
Aboriginal yarning circles are a profound and culturally rich practice that holds immense benefits for individuals, communities, and society as a whole. Rooted in the traditions of Australia's Indigenous peoples, these circles provide a safe space to have a "yarn" and share meaningful communication, connection, and healing.
Our new Aboriginal Art Yarning Circle Carpet is a beautiful addition to your classroom space. Measuring 2.5m in diameter, it features a stunning Aboriginal art design created by Kiz Costelloe, a proud Mandandanji and Noonuccal woman.
Gather together to create a comfortable space for sharing stories and conversations amongst the classroom.
Aboriginal yarning circles are a powerful and culturally significant practice fostering communication, healing, and a deep connection to culture and tradition, making them a valuable tool for promoting both individual and collective wellbeing.
Yarning Circle benefits:
- Cultural preservation and resilience
- Community building
- Effective communication
- Healing and wellbeing
- Conflict resolution
- Educational opportunities
- Cultural awareness and respect
- Empowerment
- Connection to the land
- Strengthens Indigenous identity
- Campfire Storytelling Carpet 4m x 3mProduct Code: 15085Price $879.89 $799.90
Gather around...and I'll tell you a story!
This design showcases the campfire as a meeting place, as well as a source of warmth, cooking and the gathering of individuals around a meeting space to share stories. The vibrant colours of this huge rug is sure to be the centrepiece of your classroom. This original and stunning carpet is as unique as it is functional. Ideal for placement for story time, great for games and play time. Measures a huge 300cm x 400cm. Size of carpet may vary slightly. Made of hard-wearing 100% nylon with continuous filament loop pile, 10mm thick. It has a latex backing and is overlocked.
Quick View - Alphabet Rainbow Serpent Carpet 2m x 3mProduct Code: 15090Price $714.89 $649.90
What an amazing educational resource! This activity carpet has endless potential for alphabet and spelling games, for example; “Olivia, go and sit on the letter O”. Children can hop from one letter to the next, spelling out any word in the dictionary, all the while learning about the iconic Dreamtime Rainbow Serpent. When it comes to fun, learning activities, the sky is the limit with this brand new activity carpet! Durable and soft plush pile, with over-locked edges, round corners and non-slip backing, this carpet is a must-have for your classroom. Size 3m x 2m.
Quick View - The Bush Tucker Game Carpet 2m x 2mProduct Code: 15091Price $637.89 $579.90
By rolling the soft dice, children will explore this beautiful Bush Tucker Carpet Game, catching, foraging and learning all about bush tucker. If they land on an animal’s footprint, they get to track it and move up two spaces. The Bush Tucker Carpet Game is durable with soft plush pile, round corners and non-slip backing. This activity carpet is 2m x 2m and each space is about 30cm x 30cm. It comes with a soft play dice, 10cm3.
Quick View - Animals Around the Billabong Carpet 2m x 2mProduct Code: 15092Price $637.89 $579.90
Indigenous artwork
The beautiful indigenous artwork features neutral earthy tones that will compliment your existing classroom design and help to create a calming environment. The illustration is created by a local artist. The carpet measures 2m x 2m. Durable and soft plush pile, with cotton bound edges, round corners and non-slip backing.
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity.
Quick View - Colours of Country Slicks 6pcsProduct Code: 90773Price $11.99 $10.90
Colours of Country slicks are a colourful, clean and convenient way to paint and draw! This set includes the three colours of the Aboriginal Flag and three earth colours.
Slicks are a solid paint stick in a twist up applicator and best of all they require no sharpening. Colour easily glides on to a variety of surfaces, including paper, card, papier-mâché, fabric, wood and glass producing intense results.
Key Features:
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• 10 grams per slick stick
• Slick size: 88mm long x 15mm diameter
• Super smooth solid paint sticks in a lipstick-like applicator
• Fast drying and washable technology
• Easy-to-use twistable mechanism
• An excellent clean and portable paint solution
• Sharpening is not required.
• Ideal for all ages - Washi Tape Contemporary Australian Indigenous 8pcsProduct Code: 89264Price $38.39 $34.90
A beautiful and painterly collection of contemporary Australian Indigenous washi patterns, designed by artist Jo Wilson. A descendant of the Ngunnawal people in Canberra and surrounding NSW, Jo’s work represents spiritual stories of self, identity, home, country and the environment. Great for collage, decorative crafts and stationery use. This pack includes 8 designs. 8 rolls each measuring 10 metres long x 1.5cmW.
Quick View - Contemporary Indigenous Australian Papers 40pcsProduct Code: 89201Price $32.89 $29.90
This stunning collection of Contemporary Australian Indigenous patterns feature the work of Palm Island Bwgcolman artist Agnes Wotton, and artist Jo Wilson who is a descendant of the Ngunnawal people (Canberra & surrounding NSW). These eight original hand painted patterns reflect spiritual stories of home, country, identity and the environment. Use patterns in the classroom to promote awareness of Australia’s First Nation artists, their work and stories. Great for collage, paper crafts and displays. This pack includes 8 designs, information about the artist and the included patterns.
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40 A4 sheets (8 designs) 5 of each kind. - The Symbols GameProduct Code: 50541Price $54.89 $49.90
A new indigenous game designed and produced in Australia. Collect the symbols cards as you follow the walking track back to the main camp. Learn to recognise common Aboriginal art symbols as you play! Simple and easy to play for 2 players, ages 4-8 years. Game includes a hand painted felt playing board that turns into a storage pouch for the playing stones, hand painted playing stones, 2 sets of symbols cards, instruction and information card and illustrated dice.
Quick View - Aboriginal Symbols Sand Drawing GameProduct Code: 50543Price $219.89 $199.90
Combining a sensory input as well as training hand eye coordination is believed to accelerate children’s writing ability. A tactile, sensory resource that feels nice to touch. Enjoy the feeling of sand between your fingers as you learn to trace the symbols. Carefully hand crafted with love and care this resource is made in Australia. Wooden sand box measures 34cm 24cm x 5cm. The 16 wooden symbol cards each measure 105mm x 148mm x 6mm.
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.
Explorative learning
Children will quickly learn that making a mistake is okay, as the included wooden screed easily provides a fresh sand canvas to start again.
Enjoy the unique colours and designs
16 aboriginal symbols cards illustrations will captivate and educate young minds.
Quick View - Tales of My Grandmother's DreamtimeProduct Code: 25040Price $27.39 $24.90
Beautifully illustrated 44 page hard-cover (26cm x 26cm) book of Australian Aboriginal stories. The author, Naiura, has faithfully recorded stories told to him as a child by his Grandmother. Every story is illustrated by colourful artwork, along with an explanation of symbols commonly used in aboriginal art. Teach children the tales of indigenous Australians and gain an appreciation of their art. The first in a series of three books.
- #25041 More Tales of My Grandmother's Dreamtime
- #25042 Even More Tales of My Grandmother's Dreamtime