Why Educators Use This Course
Nature’s Calendar helps educators expand environmental learning through First Nations perspectives.
Through this course, educators can:
— introduce the idea that seasons are observed through Country
— help children notice patterns in animals, plants and weather
— explore how Aboriginal peoples read environmental signs
— connect storytelling with seasonal learning
— build early respect for Aboriginal ecological knowledge
As a result, children begin to understand that nature follows patterns and that Country can be observed, listened to and respected.
Classroom Learning Included
This course includes structured early learning lessons designed to help children explore the rhythms of Country.
The learning experiences use storytelling, discussion and guided observation to introduce seasonal knowledge in ways that are engaging and suitable for young learners. In addition, the course includes teaching notes that help educators connect animal behaviour and environmental change to broader ideas of caring for Country.
Educators receive a professionally prepared lesson sequence, discussion prompts and supporting resources. Therefore, the course is practical to deliver in early learning environments.
Teaching Resources Included
When you enrol in this course, you receive:
— educator professional learning modules
— structured classroom lesson guidance
— discussion prompts for young learners
— storytelling-based learning activities
— supporting cultural background reading
These resources help educators introduce Aboriginal seasonal knowledge with clarity and confidence.
Developed with First Nations Cultural Guidance
This course forms part of the First Nations Capability Gateway and has been developed with First Nations cultural guidance.
The program supports respectful teaching of Indigenous knowledge and recognises the importance of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property. Therefore, educators can teach the course with greater confidence and cultural care.
Nature’s Calendar
Teaching Seasonal Knowledge Through Country in Early Learning
Nature’s Calendar is a professional learning course for early learning educators. It helps you introduce children to the Aboriginal understanding that Country moves through natural seasonal cycles.
This course sits within Learning Through Country in the First Nations Capability Gateway. Therefore, it focuses on the living relationship between land, animals, weather and cultural knowledge. Rather than relying only on the Western four-season calendar, the course helps educators introduce the idea that Country gives signs through plants, animals and changing environments.
Many educators want to teach children about seasons and nature. However, Aboriginal seasonal knowledge requires cultural context and respectful guidance. This course provides the educator learning, cultural background and classroom resources needed to introduce these ideas in meaningful and age-appropriate ways.
What Educators Will Learn
This course provides both cultural understanding and practical teaching guidance.
Educators explore:
— the Aboriginal concept of seasonal knowledge
— how animals and environmental signs help mark changes in Country
— the cultural significance of turtles in relation to movement, balance and law
— how to introduce seasonal cycles through story and observation
— strategies for guiding age-appropriate discussions about Country
Importantly, the course helps educators build confidence before delivering the classroom learning activities.
Curriculum and Early Learning Alignment
The course supports the Early Years Learning Framework V2.0 and early childhood learning outcomes connected to identity, community, wellbeing and learning.
Learning activities support:
— curiosity and observation
— communication and storytelling
— environmental awareness
— social understanding and respect
— connection to place and community
Consequently, educators can embed First Nations perspectives while supporting everyday early learning practice.
Course Investment
This professional learning course includes educator training and structured classroom teaching resources.
Course Price:
$150 + GST
Begin Teaching with Confidence
Help young learners explore the rhythms of Country through culturally guided seasonal learning.
