National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day Activity Kit

A vibrant, culturally grounded collection of activity sheets designed to celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day. Created for educators, families and community members, this collection of activities offers fun, age-appropriate activities that centre on culture, connection, community and belonging. Each sheet weaves in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, stories and creative learning opportunities that help children explore identity, Country, language, art and kinship in meaningful ways. Activities include art and craft projects, games and reflective exercises that are suitable for classroom settings, after-school programs and family time at home. This collection supports and honours the strength, diversity and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

A culturally rich collection of activity sheets created to support educators, families and communities to celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, held each year on 4 August. Children’s Day is our national day dedicated to celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and recognising the vital role that culture, family and community play in every child’s life.

Designed for use in early years settings, schools, community spaces and at home, these activity sheets offer engaging, age-appropriate ways for children to explore identity, culture, Country, kinship and belonging. Activities include creative art and craft, storytelling prompts, reflection and discussion activities, and learning experiences that centre children’s voices and celebrate the strength, resilience and potential of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is an initiative of SNAICC – National Voice for our Children. Each year, hundreds of services, organisations, sporting clubs and communities across Australia come together to host Children’s Day celebrations. SNAICC supports these celebrations by producing and distributing resources, including Children’s Day bags and activity materials, to help communities mark the day in meaningful ways.

This collection of activity sheets is part of that national effort, supporting safe, respectful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and inviting all Australians to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and support a future where every child grows strong in culture and connected to kin and community.