Learning the Noongar seasons

Art

• The First-grade child has learned about the different colors and patterns used in Noongar artwork.
• They have also learned to create their own artwork inspired by the Noongar seasons.
• The child has explored different art techniques such as dot painting and line work.
• They have gained an appreciation for the importance of storytelling through art.

English Language Arts

• The child has learned the names and meanings of the Noongar seasons, enhancing their vocabulary.
• They have practiced reading and pronouncing Noongar words related to the seasons.
• Through storytelling and discussion, they have developed their comprehension skills.
• They have been introduced to the concept of narrative structure by understanding the seasonal cycle in Noongar culture.

Foreign Language

• The child has learned basic Noongar vocabulary related to the seasons.
• They have practiced pronunciation and recognition of Noongar words.
• Through listening and repeating, they have developed their auditory skills in a foreign language.
• They have gained an understanding and appreciation for the Noongar language and culture.

Science

• The child has learned about the different seasons and their characteristics in the Noongar calendar.
• They have explored the changes in weather, flora, and fauna during each season.
• They have gained an understanding of the natural cycles and patterns in the environment.
• Through observation and reflection, they have developed their scientific inquiry skills.

Continued development related to this activity could include creating a collaborative art project where students work together to create a Noongar-inspired mural depicting the different seasons. They can also engage in role-playing activities where they act out stories related to the Noongar seasons using their improved vocabulary and understanding of narrative structure.

Book Recommendations

• The Noongar Seasons by Kim Scott: Explore the Noongar seasons through beautiful illustrations and poetic descriptions.
• Noongar Bush Medicine by Vivienne Hansen and John Horsfall: Learn about the traditional medicinal plants used by the Noongar people during each season.
• Noongar Animal Tales by Charmaine Bennell: Discover captivating stories about animals and their connections to the Noongar seasons.