$57.00
Our Aboriginal Clap Sticks are a powerful cultural resource, connecting children and educators to the rhythms, stories, and traditions of Aboriginal Australia.
Traditionally used in ceremony, song, dance, and storytelling, clap sticks are an important percussive instrument across many Aboriginal Nations. They are used to keep rhythm, support songlines, and pass knowledge from one generation to the next. Like many Aboriginal tools, clapsticks are multi-purpose and have also been used in everyday life, including for digging and gathering food.
Each set is hand-painted by Russell Yilamara Brown, a proud Garawa and Mara man from South-East Arnhem Land, using techniques passed down through his family. The designs feature traditional Arnhem Land styles, including x-ray and rarrking (cross-hatching), painted in natural ochre tones. No two sets are the same, making each pair a unique cultural artwork.
Designed especially for children, these clap sticks are shorter and thicker than standard sets, making them easy for young hands to hold while still producing a clear, resonant sound. They are ideal for music lessons, cultural learning, movement activities, yarning circles, and storytelling.
Beyond music, these clap sticks are a meaningful teaching tool that helps children learn about Aboriginal culture, connection to Country, and the importance of song and rhythm in Indigenous life.
Authentic Aboriginal musical instrument
Hand-painted using traditional techniques
Designed specifically for children’s hands
Supports music, movement, storytelling & cultural learning
Ideal for classrooms, early learning, OOSH & home use
Each set is a one-of-a-kind artwork
Hand-painted with natural ochre colours
Clear varnished for durability
Length: 20 cm
Diameter: 2.5 cm (wide grip for young hands)
Sold as a pair
Embeds Aboriginal perspectives through music and play
Supports creative expression, rhythm, and coordination
Encourages cultural respect and understanding
Aligns with EYLF, Australian Curriculum, and arts learning outcomes
| Weight | .150 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 26 × 10 × 10 cm |
| Design | Crocodile, Waterways, Lizard, Barramundi, Cherapin |
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