NAIDOC Week & Reconciliation

Celebrate indigenous culture with our NAIDOC Week craft ideas.

Aboriginal Flag Thaumatrope

Is it a trick of the eye or is it magic?
This fun and engaging STEM activity is the perfect craft for NAIDOC Week!

CleverPatch™ recommends educators, teachers and event organisers work in consultation with their local Aboriginal Communities (start locally and extend out geographically) when planning activities & learning experiences. Any creative or art making activity that mirrors or replicates Aboriginal cultural experiences should always be undertaken in consultation with the appropriate owners of that cultural property.

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  • Step 1Print your template and cut out the two circles. Adult supervision is recommend when using scissors. Colour the full circle black and the centre circle yellow.
  • Step 2Colour the other circle half black and half red.
  • Step 3Glue a straw to the back of one circle. This will act as the handle for your Thaumatrope Flag. Glue the second circle over the top, making sure the straw is centred between the two circles. Allow to dry.
  • Step 4Your Thaumotrope is now ready to use! Place the straw between your flat palms and twist it quickly back and forth to see your image appear.

Materials used in this activity

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CleverPatch Glue Stick - 40g
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CleverPatch Cover Paper - White - A4 - Pack of 250
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Recyclable Paper Straws - Pack of 250
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