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Caring for Nature: Mojo the Koala, “The Lagoon of Lost Light”

Join Mojo the Koala and Luna the Firefly as they follow a curious sound through Dark Fall Forest and discover a quiet lagoon that needs a little care. Reeds rustle, water ripples, and new friends gather nearby as their gentle adventure begins. Created especially for children aged 2 to 5, this story shows little listeners how teamwork, kindness, and care for nature can make every small helping action brighter. Story time starts here Extend the learning: Pair this audiobook with a simple hands-on sorting activity to support sustainability awareness and fine motor development. Children can help Mojo decide where each lagoon item belongs, sorting objects into rubbish, recycling, and nature tubs while practising early classification and care for the environment. Mojo's Lagoon Clean-Up Activity Sheet: Download PDF

ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child
The Research-Informed Principles to Guide Social Media Use in Education

The Principles for Social Media Use in Education outlines research-informed guidance for how children’s data and images are shared online in educational settings. It emphasises children’s rights to privacy, consent, and participation in decisions about their digital presence, supporting more responsible and respectful practices across services. Device & Digital Use: Focuses on protecting children’s digital identity and privacy, with clear, intentional approaches to how content is shared, stored, and managed online.

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Exploring Belonging and Kindness: Esi the Elephant, “All Aboard the Luminous Caravan”

Join Esi the Elephant as the Luminous Caravan sets out across the golden desert of Sunny Sands. Camels sway, lanterns glow, and friends gather close as their big journey begins. Created especially for children aged 2 to 5, this story shows little listeners how teamwork, kindness, and care can make every step of the adventure brighter. Story time starts here Extend the learning: Pair this audiobook with a simple hands-on activity to support creativity and fine motor development. Children can trace patterns and design their own desert rug using zigzags, swirls, and shapes, supporting early mark-making and coordination. Esi’s Sand Patterns Activity Sheet: Download PDF

ACECQA
Photography and Media Policy

The Photography and Media Policy outlines how photos and videos of children are taken, stored, and shared within a service. It supports consistency and helps ensure privacy expectations are met. Device & Digital Use: Important for managing use of personal devices, storage locations, and how content is shared with families.

ACECQA
Device Use Policy

The Device Use Policy outlines how devices are used within a service, including who can use them, when, and for what purpose. It helps ensure a consistent approach across educators and reduces uncertainty in day-to-day practice. Device & Digital Use: Covers shared devices, educator responsibilities, and when personal devices are appropriate or restricted.

ACECQA
NQF Online Safety Guide (2026)

The NQF Online Safety Guide supports services to understand and manage risks linked to digital technologies in early learning environments. It provides practical guidance around safe use, supervision, and identifying potential risks. Device & Digital Use: Focuses on how devices are introduced, used, and monitored, and the importance of clear expectations and oversight.

National Office for Child Safety
National Principles for Child Safe Organisations

The National Principles for Child Safe Organisations outline how to create environments where children are safe and supported. They apply across all areas of a service, including leadership, culture, and everyday practice. Device & Digital Use: Digital environments are part of a child-safe environment, including how devices are used and what children can access.

OAIC, Federal Legislation
Australian Privacy Principles - Guidelines

Guidance from the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) supports services in handling personal information appropriately. This includes how information is collected, stored, and shared. Device & Digital Use: Applies to photos, videos, apps, and cloud storage. Services should be mindful of where information is stored and who can access it.

eSafety Commissioner
eSafety Early Years Resources

The eSafety Commissioner provides practical resources to help educators and families understand online safety in early childhood. Topics covered by these resources include: safe content, supervision, and managing risks. Device & Digital Use: Helpful for thinking about what children can access, how devices are used, and how to reduce the chance of unintended exposure.

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