Lyrebird Aboriginal Art Cushion Cover 50 x 50cm

Lyrebird Aboriginal Art Cushions are authentically designed by an Indigenous artist. This Indigenous cushion highlights the Darug connection and relationship to the lyrebird, cultural knowledge and Australian flora. Machine washable and 50 x 50 cm in size.Muru Mittigar is a not for profit organisation which seeks to advance Aboriginal culture, and in particular Darug culture, improve the economic and social capacity of Aboriginal people and empower meaningful participation to enhance their role as traditional Custodians of Country. Muru Mittigar means ‘Pathway to Friends’ in the Darug language (the Traditional Custodians of the area). Muru Mittigar provide a wide range of services to support local Darug people and the wider Aboriginal community.In a partnership with MTA, Muru Mittigar is able to promote their local Indigenous culture and knowledge, and help to introduce this rich culture and history to young children. Our range of global and multicultural resources help to support children’s learning about their communities, as well as the world in general. These resources aid in the promotion of understanding and acceptance of different cultures, beliefs, languages, families, appearances and lifestyles. As children gain an understanding of their community, they also gain an understanding of themselves. This develops confidence and a sense of identity. Incorporating multicultural resources into play is a great way to introduce these concepts in fun and unobtrusive ways. Play is an important part of early childhood. Play encourages children to learn, develop and grow whilst they have fun. Through play, children can develop important cognitive and physical skills. Play encourages creativity, imagination, perseverance and the development of language and social skills. We love creating products that allow Indigenous communities and artists to communicate their culture through their art and in turn allowing children to develop awareness and understanding of the significance of cultural heritage in their world.If you are an Indigenous artist and would like to work with MTA to also develop culturally sensitive and appropriate education resources, please contact info@teaching.com.au