Connecting to Country
Available at the iconic Melbourne Gardens
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Connecting to Country (7–9)
Develop a greater understanding and respect for local Aboriginal culture
Students will learn about the people of the Eastern Kulin Nation and examine the sustainable land practices used by Aboriginal Australians.
This program run at the Melbourne Gardens on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during school term.
Location
Melbourne Gardens
Year Level
Year 7 to Year 9
Students will
- Discover indigenous plants and their uses and significance to Indigenous Australians
- Learn how Aboriginal people care for plants and Country
- Prepare and paint with ochre
- Examine tools and technologies designed and made by Aboriginal Australians
Key Focuses
- First Nations People and their connection to Country
- Use of plants for food, tools, shelter and medicine
- Exploring connections to the land and our sense of belonging
Curriculum Links
- Level 7-8 Geography, History and Design and Technology
- Level 9-10 Geography
Available Times
Melbourne Gardens: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Morning: 10.15am - 11:45am (1.5 hours)
Afternoon: 12.45pm - 2.15pm (1.5 hours)
Program Cost
$13.50 per student
Meeting Point
Education entrance, Observatory House