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Why Teach About Aboriginal Astronomy? Poster

Wingaru Kids
PDF|1 page|Years:3 - 6

An educational poster providing a rationale for teaching Australian children about Aboriginal astronomy.

Display this poster in your classroom as a reminder of the importance of integrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives across the curriculum.

Why teach all Australian kids about Aboriginal astronomy?

Teaching Australian children about Aboriginal astronomy provides a great opportunity to explore:

  • the link between land and sky
  • animal and plant behaviour
  • navigation
  • Aboriginal law
  • seasons and weather
  • the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

A great addition to your collection of First Nations resources

The content in this poster addresses the cross-curricular priority of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Culture. It could also be used to guide conversations with your students in conjunction withNAIDOC Weekcelebrations.

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  • Olivia Swann
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    This poster image is not downloading. It is just a blank page. Please help!
    • Bronwyn
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      Hi, Olivia! It may take a few moments to load once you've opened the PDF in your reader. If you have any more trouble, sing out.

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