First Nations Resources

This site allows you to search for resources based on year level and/or subject. Some resources require you to have created a free account.

The WCC Language Program  has created a series of language apps in collaboration with the Australian Government and Indigenous communities around Australia. There are currently six extensive dictionary apps as part of this program including the Wiradjuri app. This resource is fantastic to explore language from a neighbouring region to Ngunnawal land.

This is the Ngunnawal website. The Ngunnawal are the Traditional Custodians of the ACT region and this site offers valuable insight into the Ngunnawal people, culture, language, and history.

This site has a huge range of traditional Indigenous games. The games are listed on downloadable 'Yulunga' cards with comprehensive instruction and background to the sport/game. 

'Yulunga' means 'playing' in the language of the Kamilaroi (Gamori) people of northern-western New South Wales. 

Indigenous.gov.au celebrates First Nations communities and has a wonderful 'Stories' section for young learners to explore culturally significant news in Australia.

The Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AITSIS) websites contains recommendations of other useful resources. 

Ngarrngga

The Ngarrngga website provides curriculum resources created in collaboration with Indigenous Knowledge Experts.

Suitable for children in years 3-10.

Indigenous Reading Project

The Indigenous Reading Project works to improve the reading ability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners. Their E-Program targets kids who struggle with reading fundamentals and monitors their progress over time.

ASTIMA

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance works to create new ways of teaching mathematics through connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures. This site has some incredible resources including recorded webinars, lesson plans, and guidance around teaching maths through an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lens. 

University of Adelaide: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Resources

The University of Adelaide has published a starting point for finding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander library materials and subject guides. This can be a particularly useful guide when looking at resources designed for learning about health, music, geography, and science. 

Applying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scientific knowledge, practices, and traditions

The Indigenous Research Methodology (IRM) is a collaboratively developed approach to scientific research that reflects the deep, place-based knowledge systems of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Includes a range of ready to use teacher and learner guides and resources.

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.