A handcrafted and hand painted pretend play Early Years Aboriginal Coolamon designed to stimulate the imagination and creativity of children. A Coolamon is an open-ended artefact that can be used in many ways – fill it with seeds, shells or beeswax crayons, use it with playdough or for carrying collections. A free PDF of EYLF activities, teaching ideas and a blank Coolamon outlines are included to assist yourself to confidently utilise this resources to engage curious minds in the culture and knowledges of First nations people. This Coolamon is handcrafted from bamboo for its durability and is lightweight. It has been decorated by Aboriginal artist, Russell Yilamara in traditional hues that pay respect to First Nations people’s history and cultural heritage and the natural ochres of the earth. As a multi-purpose educational tool, it encourages creative development in young minds as they use their imaginations in pretend play. A Coolamon is a First Nations artefact that has been used for tens of thousands of years. It is a carrying vessel that is a multi-purpose shallow dish with curved sides. Coolamons were traditionally used by Aboriginal women to carry water, fruits, nuts, as well as to cradle babies.   Specifications:

• PDF EYLF Teaching notes and Coolamon outline included as a download.
• Handcrafted on Bundjalung Country
• Length: 28cm – 32cm
• Width: 8cm-9cm
• Material: Bamboo
• Acrylic paint
• Varnished for durability