Bardi Grubs with Coolamon Set

Discover the rich traditions of Aboriginal bush tucker with this beautifully crafted Bardi Grubs with Coolamon Set. Designed to support culturally inclusive learning environments, this wooden set introduces children to the significance of Bardi Grubs (Witchetty Grubs) and their role in traditional food practices.

Each grub is uniquely hand-painted to reflect the natural colours and dot markings of the real animal, with some featuring traditional symbolic designs. Paired with a wooden coolamon, this set creates meaningful opportunities for dramatic play, storytelling, and embedding First Nations perspectives into everyday learning experiences.

Crafted from smooth, durable wood, this engaging set supports sensory exploration, cultural awareness, and imaginative play.

Set Includes:

• 3 x Bardi Grubs (approx. 7cm long)

• 2 x Bardi Grubs (approx. 6cm long)

• 1 x Wooden Coolamon (approx. 10.5cm L x 9cm W)

Why Educators Love It:

• Encourages respectful exploration of Aboriginal bush tucker traditions

• Supports embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives

• Ideal for dramatic play, cultural learning units, and inquiry projects

• Promotes open-ended storytelling and imaginative play

• Durable wooden construction for repeated classroom use

How to Use It:

• Incorporate into bush tucker or sustainability learning units

• Add to dramatic play kitchens or outdoor play spaces

• Use in sensory trays with natural materials

• Include in NAIDOC Week or Reconciliation Week activities

• Support discussions about traditional foods and cultural practices

Learning Outcomes (EYLF Aligned):

• Outcome 2: Children become aware of fairness and respect for diversity

• Outcome 4: Children resource their own learning through connecting with people, place, and community

• Outcome 5: Children interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes

Details:

• Wooden dramatic play set

• 5 hand-painted Bardi Grubs

• 1 wooden coolamon

• Smooth finish, suitable for classroom use

• Suitable for ages 3+