oshc activities
Harmony Day / Family Culture Show and Tell

Family Culture Show and Tell

Children bring an object, photo or story from home that reflects their family's culture and share it with the group.

How to run it

  1. Send a note home inviting families to send an object, photo or story.
  2. Sit in a circle and give each child a turn to share.
  3. Encourage others to ask a respectful question.
  4. Display the items on a shared table for the day.

You will need

  • items from home
  • display table
Make it easier or harderYounger children can share in pairs; older children can prepare a short talk or poster.
SafetyAvoid sharing food items unless allergies are checked, and keep precious items in a safe spot.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1, Outcome 5Children share their identity and practise listening and speaking respectfully.

Fits these theme days

Harmony DayCulture Celebration DayShow and Tell DayNational Families WeekAround the World DayAll About Australia Day

More like this

All About Australia Day · Aussie Outback Day · Cricket Day +2

Australia Day Activity Mix

A relaxed program of Australian animal crafts, a damper-making session and backyard cricket gives children a hands-on day about life in Australia.

EitherModerateBig set-upPrep to Year 6All About Australia Day · Animal Theme · Aussie Outback Day +3

Kangaroo and Koala Masks

Younger children paint and decorate paper plate masks of kangaroos or koalas, talking about the features of each native animal.

IndoorCalmSome prepPrep to Year 3All About Australia Day · Cricket Day · Summer Holidays +2

Relaxed Backyard Cricket

A casual, inclusive game of cricket with friendly rules so everyone gets a bat, a bowl and a laugh.

OutdoorHighGrab-and-goPrep to Year 6All About Australia Day · Birthday for Everyone Day · Cooking Day +2

Fairy Bread Making

Children butter bread and shake on colourful sprinkles to make a classic Australian party treat, practising simple food preparation skills.

IndoorCalmGrab-and-goPrep to Year 6