Bush Food Snap Cards
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$28.01
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$32.95
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Bush Food Snap Cards
Sale price
$28.01
Regular price
$32.95
Make learning about Australian native bush foods fun and interactive with our Bush Food Snap Cards.
Why you’ll love it
- Printed in Australia - Indigenous designed, printed and owned
- Introduces children to 10 Australian native bush foods
- Includes 40 playing cards
- Play as Snap or a Memory Game
- Supports matching, memory and observation skills
- Encourages conversations about bush foods and Country
- Designed by Aboriginal artist, Mirii Designs
This set features 10 Australian native bush foods, including Bunya Nut, Quandong, Riberry, Wattleseed, Pigface, Bush Tomato, Finger Lime, Kakadu Plum, Macadamia and Saltbush.
Children can play Snap or Memory, building concentration, matching and observation skills while becoming familiar with native foods and their names. The cards are a great starting point for conversations about Aboriginal food knowledge, native plants and connection to Country.
Product details
Includes: 40 cards
Bush foods: 10 different native foods
Recommended age: 4+ years
Card size: 7.5cm × 10.5cm
Finish: Gloss laminate
Suitable for: Early learning, primary classrooms and home learning
For deeper cultural learning, we recommend using this resource alongside other First Nations learning materials and, where possible, seeking guidance and knowledge from your local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Frequently asked questions
Which bush foods are featured in the Bush Food Snap Cards?
The 40-card set features 10 native foods: Bunya Nut, Quandong, Riberry, Wattleseed, Pigface, Bush Tomato, Finger Lime, Kakadu Plum, Macadamia and Saltbush.
What games can children play with the Bush Food Snap Cards?
The cards can be played as Snap or as a Memory Game, giving children two ways to practise matching, observation and recall.
Who designed the Bush Food Snap Cards and what age are they suitable for?
They are designed by Mirii Designs and are suitable for children aged 4+. The cards measure 7.5cm × 10.5cm and have a gloss laminate finish.
How do the Bush Food Snap Cards support First Nations perspectives?
They introduce foods that have been used and cared for by Aboriginal peoples for generations and can prompt conversations about culture and connection to Country. Use them alongside deeper learning and local Aboriginal community input where possible.
How can educators extend learning beyond the Snap or Memory Game?
Choose individual foods for students to research, compare where they grow, connect the cards with a bush food garden or investigate seasonal availability and uses through credible First Nations sources.