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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day aims to empower children by instilling pride in their heritage and highlighting the importance of their cultural identity as a sacred, strong and valuable asset.


In 1998, the first Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day was established. August 4th is the commemorative birthdate given to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children who were forcibly removed and displaced from their families, communities, Countries, and Cultures. Whilst birthdays are times to celebrate and create new memories, August 4 is a time for reflection and recognition of all the children who today are known as the Stolen Generation or Stolen Children.


How are you supporting children to be strong in their culture and identity?

Reflect as a team on what you do and do not know about the history, events and injustices of Children’s Day becoming a significant date on the calendar of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Available

Blue2 Bluetooth Switch

  • Sensory

    • Description

    The Blue2 Bluetooth Switch provides a modern design with features that make it compatible with all switch accessible apps


    Inclusion Possibilities

    • Supports participation in individual and/or group experiences
    • Can be used for individual and/or group experiences

    Things to consider

    • Educators should consider how this item will be used within the care environment to maximise children’s participation in the program and to facilitate peer interaction

    Storage and use

    • This equipment can be used outdoors but must be stored indoors to minimise damage

    How to request

    • Contact your Inclusion Professional or Inclusion Support QLD

    Other Equipment

    Available

    Service Sensory Aid Loans

    Whole of care environment sensory aids are also available from the Specialist Equipment Library to support the inclusion of children. These items do not require a therapist recommendation, however, Inclusion Professionals will support educators to critically reflect and use the Strategic Inclusion Plan to identify the specific loan items that address barriers to inclusion.

    • Sensory
    Service sersory loans
    Available

    Jelly Bean Twist Switch

    The Jelly Bean Twist Switch offers 6.35cm activation surface with tactile and auditory feedback. The switch top can be removed and replaced with the colour of your choice.

    • Sensory
    Jelly Bean Twist Switch
    Available

    Weighted Owl

    These Weighted Owls are a wonderful and cuddly way to assist with sensory regulation. They can be very helpful for children who are unable to sit still in their chair, are easily distracted, or unable to focus on the task they have been set.
    • Sensory
    Weighted owl