Shared Country
Available at the spectacular Cranbourne Gardens
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Shared Country (F–6)
Develop a greater understanding and respect for Aboriginal culture.
Students will discover the importance of the environment to the Boonwurrung people and their connection to Country and explore how plants can be used for fibre, medicine, tools, and food.
This program runs at the Cranbourne Gardens on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during school term.
Location
Cranbourne Gardens
Year level
Foundation to Year 6
Students will
- Learn about Aboriginal tools and Indigenous plants
- Use ochre to make paint, stamp handprints and draw significant symbols
- Sample lemon myrtle tea
Key focuses
- Introduction to past and present Aboriginal culture
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Bush foods and art
Curriculum Links
- Level F-4 History and Design and Technologies
Available Times
Cranbourne Gardens: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Morning: 10.15am - 11:45am (1.5 hours)
Afternoon: 12.45pm - 2.15pm (1.5 hours)
Program Cost
$13.50 per student
Meeting Point
Meet at the Visitors Centre at Cranbourne Gardens