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About Kiya! You may recognise Kiya as she is featured as a main cast member on TV’s Play School. Our Director Jessica Staines was part of the consultative team during the creation of Kiya. Congratulations to Buffie Creative and Deadly...

Introducing the enchanting Shirley Pearl Doll, a beautifully hand-painted creation by Jade McDonald, a proud Wiradjuri artist. Inspired by her vibrant surroundings, Jade infuses each doll with the unique and lively spirit of her culture. Dressed in ethically sourced Aboriginal textiles,...

Choose from Individual access or Group access via the buttons above Storytelling sits at the very heart of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, it is how we connect, how we belong, and how we pass knowledge from one generation to the...

An immersive 4-day experience for early childhood educators, leaders and consultants ready to deepen their practice and lead with cultural integrity. Join us in 2027 for the next Koori Curriculum Leadership Retreat, designed for educators committed to embedding Aboriginal perspectives...

Honour and celebrate Torres Strait Islander culture in your classroom or home with this beautifully designed Torres Strait Islander Flag Sensory Tray, made from eco-friendly PLA (a biodegradable, plant-based plastic). This engaging resource is a powerful tool for teaching children...

This big Australian Animals finger puppet set consists of a Barking owl, Bower bird, Bilby, Black swan, Blue-ringed octopus, Cassowary, Cockatoo, Crocodile, Dugong, Echidna, Emu, Flying fox, Galah, Kangaroo, Koala, Kookaburra, Lyrebird, Possum, Penguin, Platypus, Quokka, Rainbow lorikeet, Sugar glider, Tasmanian...

  Transform Your Teaching Practice through embracing Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing. Filmed in situ at Concord West Rhodes Pre-school this comprehensive course equips you with the knowledge, confidence and practical tools to embed Aboriginal perspectives meaningfully into...

Choose from Individual access or Group access via the buttons above This session is for educators who are wanting to respectfully embed Aboriginal art and culture into their art curriculum. Jessica Staines Director of the Koori Curriculum dispels the myths about what...

These First Nation dolls are hand-painted by Jade McDonald, a Wiradjuri artist living on the NSW Central Coast. Jade carefully sources ethical Aboriginal textiles to craft the doll clothes, ensuring each piece is made with respect and integrity. Name: Murriyang...

The perfect addition to your nursery, daycare or community space the ‘Pride’ range is made in the colours of the Torres Strait Island flag. The felt ball is handmade in Nepal using NZ wool. Our felt is handmade, free from...

The perfect addition to your nursery, daycare or community space the ‘Pride’ range is made in the colours of the Aboriginal flag. The felt ball is handmade in Nepal using NZ wool. Our felt is handmade, free from toxins and...

Featuring First Nation symbols and items, this bingo set helps kids learn about First Nations people, culture and histories while developing social skills, such as taking turns and communicating with other players. 10 double-sided bingo boards mean educators can choose the...

Build recognition of numbers 1-10 along with 10 colours and shapes with this collection of 40 bright, colourful and engaging flash cards.With fun, colourful images and clear word labels, children will be introduced to key first-concept topics of numbers, colours,...

This letter will arrive by email once a month on the 1st of each month. If you prefer a letter in the post, click here Introducing "Letters from Shirley Pearl and her Bush Friends"Are you looking for an exciting and educational...

We created this beautiful Aboriginal Flag Puzzle to help children learn about the colours of the Aboriginal flag in a tactile way. It is great for little hands to develop their fine motor skills by using tongs or their fingers...

The Koori Curriculums Kookaburra Finger Puppet is a great low cost affordable prop that can be used in multiple ways to embed Aboriginal perspectives in play and in early childhood curriculums. This resource is open ended and the possibilities for...

Are you ready to move beyond tokenistic acknowledgements and create meaningful cultural connections that truly honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples? If you've ever felt uncertain about embedding Aboriginal perspectives authentically, worried about getting cultural practices wrong, or simply...

The Koori Curriculums Koala Finger Puppet is a great low cost affordable prop that can be used in multiple ways to embed Aboriginal perspectives in play and in early childhood curriculums. This resource is open ended and the possibilities for...

The Koori Curriculums Frilled Neck Lizard Finger Puppet is a great low cost affordable prop that can be used in multiple ways to embed Aboriginal perspectives in play and in early childhood curriculums. This resource is open-ended, and the possibilities...

Choose from Individual access or Group access via the buttons above   NAIDOC Week is celebrated annually around Australia both by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities and non - Indigenous Australians. This significant event is also commonly acknowledged by early learning...

Explore Aboriginal history, science and technology with this illustrated set of research cards featuring 20 bush tucker foods with research prompts. This set of 20 research cards encourages students to deploy enquiry skills to investigate the traditional diet of Aboriginal people;...

The Koori Curriculums Galah Finger Puppet is a great low cost affordable prop that can be used in multiple ways to embed Aboriginal perspectives in play and in early childhood curriculums. This resource is open-ended and the possibilities for play...

Move beyond activities and celebrations to explore Aboriginal pedagogy as a meaningful approach to teaching, learning and curriculum design. This highly practical workshop supports educators to develop a deeper understanding of Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing, with a...

A fun and informative cultural resource for preschool and kindergarten children, beautifully illustrated by Wiradjuri artist Merindah Funnell. This unique and interactive coloring book, inspired by Dharawal culture, features plants and animals to educate young learners about Indigenous heritage. Created...

Warami Midigar! Come and meet some of the animal friends that share Country with Dharug people, in this Dharug Dhalang story. Warami Midigar is an exquisitely illustrated children's book that tells a simple story of friendship. Written in Dharug Dhalang, the traditional language...

Choose from Individual access or Group access via the buttons above Many early childhood educators are hesitant to begin including Indigenous perspectives in their program out of fear of getting it wrong. Complicating the matter further, there is an abundance of conflicting...

Tamarra: A Story of Termites on Gurindji Country is a fascinating, illustrated science book that takes kids inside the life of termites through storytelling from the Gurindji People.Did you know there are four types of termite poo? Or that a warm...

  “We should have harmony among people who live on this beautiful planet. We should make friends with people we don’t know. We should play, share and have trust with everyone.” – Mohammed“I experienced the bush and I experienced life....

This work tells the story of how Anangu from five different language groups came to live together at Papunya. From the time of first contact with explorers, missionaries and pastoralists, through to the Papunya art movement and the Warumpi Band,...

Award-winning artist Vincent Namatjira tells the life story of his great-grandfather, Albert Namatjira, one of Australia's most iconic artists. Vincent's witty and moving paintings are accompanied by evocative text, which records the pivotal moments in Albert's life. In telling his...

We are delighted to introduce the next card set in our range: Understanding and Embracing Risky Play!  This beautiful set of 10 high quality, gloss cards will inspire you to think deeply about children's risk taking in their play and...

Explore Dharug language words for birds with this collection of 20 Dharug language cards featuring Dharug names as well as English. This illustrated card set features 10 birds that share Dharug Country. Play games including Memory, Snap and Go Fish to...

The Bushfire Babies is a heartfelt and timely story for children about survival, friendship, and resilience in the face of natural disaster. When a devastating bushfire tears through the Australian bush, four young animals are left alone and frightened. With...

This 5-piece collection features beautifully designed cutters featuring authentic Aboriginal artwork, celebrating iconic Australian animals: Platypus, Crocodile, Barramundi, Dragonfly, and Kangaroo. Crafted from eco-friendly, sustainably sourced materials, these imprint cutters provide a tactile and engaging way for children to explore...

The Koori Curriculums Koala Finger Puppet is a great low cost affordable prop that can be used in multiple ways to embed Aboriginal perspectives in play and in early childhood curriculums. This resource is open-ended and the possibilities for play...

Learn about the cyclical events and the different stages of a bug or plant lifecycle with our life cycle tray. This felt tray features the 4 stages and arrows pointing to next stage. Although this lifecycle tray is suitable for our felt lifecycle...

Old Nana Quokka: Caring For Country is the third book in the Spirit of the Dreaming series, created by Yamatji-Noongar Elder Aunty Rhonda Collard-Spratt and co-author Jacki Ferro. Set on Wadjemup (Rottnest Island), a sacred Aboriginal place, the story follows...

A delightful picture board book dedicated to toddlers across Australia. These vibrant photographic images of toddlers in action reflect Australia's multicultural community. ISBN: 9781875641888 ISBN-10: 1875641882 Audience:  Children For Ages: 0 - 3 years old Format:  Board Book Language:  English Number...

Move beyond activities and celebrations to explore Aboriginal pedagogy as a meaningful approach to teaching, learning and curriculum design. This highly practical workshop supports educators to develop a deeper understanding of Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing, with a...

The Koori Curriculums Australian Frog Finger Puppet is a great low cost affordable prop that can be used in multiple ways to embed Aboriginal perspectives in play and in early childhood curriculums. This resource is open-ended, and the possibilities for...

This little gem of a book captures the shenanigans of some very cheeky Australian animals. From a kangaroo that hops free, to a dingo that howls with might, this rhythmical yet humble tale takes a different look at some quintessential...

Cultural Learning Flashcards for Children These flashcards have been created for two key reasons: One, for non-Torres Strait Islander children to learn about and associate with Torres Strait Islander culture. Also, for Torres Strait Islander children, particularly those living outside...

This beautifully illustrated book captures children’s imaginations as they learn the traditional ABCs. It includes foundational writing practice for both upper and lowercase letters, featuring animals and plants inspired by Amy’s deep connection to Dharawal Country. For those interested in...

Choose from Individual access or Group access via the buttons above   The Koori Curriculum Club is an online community for educators to build their cultural capacity and confidence. Each month will bring new content across a range of topics that will...

A Beach for Us to Play is a joyful early reader that follows Maggie and her family as they enjoy a day of beachside fun. With engaging illustrations by Maggie Prewett, the story captures the warmth of family connection and...

An immersive 4-day experience for early childhood educators, leaders and consultants ready to deepen their practice and lead with cultural integrity. Join us in 2027 for the next Koori Curriculum Leadership Retreat, designed for educators committed to embedding Aboriginal perspectives...

This Felt Tropical Fruits Play Food Set is a vibrant collection of exotic fruits that will bring a burst of colour and creativity to your child’s playtime. Perfect for pretend picnics, market stalls, or learning about healthy eating, this beautifully...