Our Country, Our Connection

Exploring Aboriginal Country and Traditional Custodians Foundation Geography and History

What is Land?

Think about the ground under your feet What do you see when you look outside?

Land is Everywhere!

Land is the solid ground we walk on It can be sandy, rocky, or grassy Animals and plants live on the land We build our homes on land

Land or Water Game

Look at the pictures Point to land Point to water Can you tell the difference?

Water is Special Too

Water flows in rivers and streams Water fills up lakes and oceans Fish and water animals live in water We need water to drink and stay healthy

Maps Show Us Places

Find Your State

Look at the map of Australia Can you find New South Wales? Point to where we live What do you notice about the shape?

Natural Features

Mountains reach up to the sky Rivers flow to the ocean Forests are full of trees Deserts have lots of sand

Coastal and Inland Places

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Country is Special

Country is more than just land It includes all the animals, plants, and stories Country has been cared for by Aboriginal people for thousands of years

Traditional Custodians

Aboriginal people are the first Australians They have lived here for over 60,000 years They take care of the land and animals They know special stories about every place

Who Lives Here?

Find out about your local Aboriginal group What is the name of the Traditional Custodians? How do they connect with this place? What animals and plants do they care for?