How this product aligns with the EYLF

Building language, imagination, and social skills
“I’m Australian Too – Hardback” serves as a valuable resource for fostering language development and social interaction among children. Through shared reading experiences, educators can encourage discussions about identity and diversity, allowing children to express their thoughts and feelings while developing their vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Supporting play-based learning and inquiry
This book invites children to explore themes of belonging and cultural awareness through play-based learning. By engaging with the narrative and illustrations, children can initiate role-play scenarios and collaborative storytelling, which enhances their inquiry skills and promotes imaginative play.

Relevant EYLF Outcomes
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

Classroom, Play Activity & Provocation Ideas

Classroom & Learning Area Ideas
Create a reading corner featuring “I’m Australian Too” where children can explore the book independently or in small groups, fostering a love for literacy and storytelling.

Play-Based Activity Ideas
Encourage children to create their own stories inspired by the book, using props and costumes to act out their narratives, thereby enhancing their imaginative play.
Organise a cultural sharing day where children can bring items from their own backgrounds, using the book as a starting point for discussions and activities that celebrate diversity.

Provocation Ideas
Set up a display with images and artefacts representing different cultures, prompting children to connect their experiences with those depicted in the book.
Introduce a storytelling circle where children can share their interpretations of the book, encouraging active listening and peer interaction.