Aboriginal Cultural Adventure

Learning Outcome 1:
Children have a strong sense of identity

• Develop strong foundations in both the culture and language/s of their family and of the broader community without compromising their cultural identities
• Develop their social and cultural heritage through engagement with Elders and community members

Learning Outcome 2:
Children are connected with and contribute to their world

• Explore the diversity of culture, heritage, background and tradition and that diversity presents opportunities for choices and new understandings
• Become aware of connections, similarities and differences between people

Learning Outcome 3:
Children have a strong sense of wellbeing

• Respond through movement to traditional and contemporary music, dance and storytelling
• Seek out and accept new challenges, make new discoveries and celebrate their own efforts and achievements and those of others

Learning Outcome 4:
Children are confident, and involved learners

• Express wonder and interest in their environments
• Develop an ability to mirror, repeat and practise the actions of others, either immediately or later
• Use play to investigate, imagine and explore

Learning Outcome 5:
Children are effective communicators

• Attend and give cultural cues that they are listening to and understanding what is said to them
• Express ideas and feelings and understand and respect the perspectives of others

First Look Storytelling & Soundscape: Join our Aboriginal Rangers for a “First Look Storytelling Experience” sharing rich cultural tales through tradition, wisdom, and connection.

Native Tongue & Language Cards: Students will learn new words with language cards, then put their skills to the test with a lively memory game that makes learning fun and engaging!

Bush Tucker Artistry: Dive into a sensory adventure with Aboriginal bush tucker, exploring flavours and textures, then get creative with a fun art activity to showcase what they’ve learned!

Cultural Groove: Students will groove to the rhythm as they engage in traditional Aboriginal dance, experiencing the joy and energy of this cultural expression firsthand.

Tradition Summary & Photo Opportunity: Students will recap everything they’ve learned and have a fun discussion about how it connects to their own culture.

At Ranger Jamie Tours, our wonderfully trained Rangers focus on the key benefits preschool students will gain from the Mini Ranger Geography Adventure:

• Learning Through Language: Kids will have fun learning new words in the Dharawal language, boosting their confidence and cultural awareness as they introduce themselves in an ancient tongue.
• Exploring Bush Tucker: Students discover different plants and their uses, experiencing new tastes, textures, and the importance of Aboriginal knowledge of nature.
• Creativity Inspired by Culture: Through art activities, children express what they learn about Aboriginal stories, bringing traditional tales to life through their own creativity.
• Joyful Dance and Movement: Kids explore traditional dances inspired by animals, building confidence and coordination while enjoying the excitement of movement.
• Understanding and Respecting Diversity: Through hands-on activities and stories, students gain respect for Aboriginal traditions and appreciate the beauty of Australia’s First Peoples’ heritage.

These insights emphasise the wonderful impact of our Aboriginal Cultural Adventure on young learners.

1 Hour Incursion - anytime of your choice

Our Rangers will arrive approximately 30 minutes before to set up.