Family tree
Capturing the essence of Belonging, Being and Becoming, the book could start research into seeds and discussions on environmental topics.
Sustainability
Sustainability is an important topic, not just in early childhood education. These resources may help you spark conversations or explorations around sustainability with the children in your daily practice.
We are also offering two webinars that look at sustainability from two different angles. In August, our panel of experts will discuss Indigenous perspectives on sustainability and in September, another panel will look into Engineering for a sustainable future.
Observations from the worm farm
Inspired by their experiences with their worm farm and their indoor wormery, the children at Froebel Alexandria Early Learning Centre investigated the decomposition of different material and inspired the community to embrace more sustainable practices.
Sustainability: Reusable dryer sheets
Small changes can go a long way. Read about this child-led investigation that led to more environmentally friendly practices in the service and at home.
Establishing inquiry-based learning environments
Children have a right to have their ideas on climate change – and other matters impacting their future – heard. Inquiry-based learning supports them in expressing themselves.
Climate change challenges – Raising environmentally conscious children
Heike presents a positive approach to getting children involved in tackling climate change by empowering them to take action without making them feel anxious about the future.
Bee bee-friendly
Have you considered getting your service involved with bees? In this interview, a beekeeper explains how to provide a bee-friendly environment and to protect bees at the same time.
The giving tree
We’re taking a contemporary look at the classic story of a tree that gives everything to the boy it loves until it is reduced to its stump.
Finding our heart
Torres Strait Islander Thomas Mayor dedicates his story about the Uluru Statement to the children. How do they feel about Australia’s future?
Wolfred
When Wolfred takes on a job operating a hotel elevator, he starts to investigate, and the children can join him on his journey of discovery!
