Overview

Aboriginal Learning & Earth Connections is a gentle, practical resource for early childhood educator, teachers, trainers, assessors and families who want to help children connect with Country through simple poems, movement and mindful noticing. Inside you will find an introduction and a How to Use This Book guide, followed by a collection of short, rhythmic poems that support children to learn through repetition, imagination and joy. Each poem includes simple hand and body actions that invite children t move, chant, sing and engage together. These poems support children to notice the natural world around them, including animals, tracks, weather, seasons and the signs of life on Country. They are ideal for kinder, childcare, Family Day Care, Primary School, and can be used for group time, transitions and out door learning. Created with care and respect, this book supports educators to embed Aboriginal perspectives in a simple, accessible way, while nurturing children's curiosity and connection to the earth.

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Reviews

""Thankyou for sharing these lovely resources. I can't wait to use them with my preschoolers."" ""Is there anyway I can get copies of these beautiful poems? I am with Family Day Care and would love to share them with the children"". ""Inspiration for educators to create and discover. Beautiful way to explain the changes of weather and how it affects our animals."" ""Love this. I can see the kids making the movements of each one as the chant or sing it.""

Author Information

T. Bellaburra creates poetry and learning resources that invite children to connect with Country through movement, rhythm and relationship.

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