2020 AUSTRALIAN BUSHFIRE APPEAL ACTIVITY PACK

Australia has been devastated by bushfires.

The impact has been widespread with over 1687 homes destroyed this fire season. There has been tragic loss of lives and families changed forever. Ash, air pollution and the affects of the fire continue to impact people and animals all over the country. Over 480 million animals have been killed. Country Australia have already been battling with unyielding drought conditions in 2019. The bush fires were exacerbated by the windy dry conditions.  There are many suffering right now.

For those of us who do not live in the direct path of the fires, we have been affected by air pollution and ash.  We have taken for granted the ability to open the windows of our house for fresh air, to hang out the laundry to air dry and to send our kids out to play.  We have taken for granted the clear blue skies that we normally enjoy whilst frolicking on the beach or lazing by the pool at this time of the year.  We collect buckets of water in our showers whilst willingly keep to level 2 water restrictions.  We have conversations about how it feels "apocalyptic" as we see the eerie red sun glow over us and try to avoid inhaling the thick smoke.  Activities are scheduled indoors and we ache for those who have lost so much more than us.  We watch the NSW "fires near app" and pray for rain. 

Australian fire fighters and volunteers have worked tirelessly throughout December 2019 and January 2020 to manage the fires.  They have been joined by volunteers from around the world. 

In despair, we have seen Australian communities and individuals doing their part to help others in need.  There has been money raised, people donating food/clothing/other items, some people offering accommodation to strangers, others sewing/crafting to help save wildlife (see HERE for details).  It is really wonderful to see how kind and generous people are.  

Pictures books produced by the QLD Government are excellent resources to help your children to talk about their feelings when natural disasters occur.  Use this link ---> BIRDIE STORIES   
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Image Credit: NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE

​Your Kids OT is partnering with The Craft Train and Teach Me Mommy to bring you The Australian Bushfire Appeal Activity Pack.  All proceeds from the sales of this pack will be donated to the RED CROSS. 

The Your Kids OT Australian activity pack includes a find-a-word, crossword, jokes, animal walks, recipe, box-letter writing, hidden pictures and animal drawing. 

​The Craft Train possum craft activity includes step by step instructions using a paper plate to make a ringtail possum.  Kate from The Craft Train creates amazing crafts that are easy to make and look fantastic.  You and your kids will love them.  Make sure you check out The Craft Train for all of Kate's craft ideas. 

Teach Me Mommy's Australian Quiz Cards includes a set of fun cards to test your knowledge about Australia.  Nadia from Teach Me Mommy is a teacher turned mom.  She shares educational activities that are plainly explained, educationally stiumulating and fun to do!  Make sure you check out Teach Me Mommy for  Nadia's activities. 

The Australian Bushfire Appeal Activity Pack contains the YKOT's Australian Activity Pack, The Craft Train's Paper Plate Possum and Teach Me Mommy's Australian Quiz Cards.

Once purchased, you will have unlimited access to these printables. You may consider purchasing more than one copy of this printable for your class, colleagues or family members.

All proceeds from the sales of these pack will be donated to the Red Cross. If you prefer to make a direct donation, please use this link to the RED CROSS.  Thank you for your support!

The Australian Bushfire Appeal Activity Pack

Cindy is a registered occupational therapist practising in Sydney, Australia.  She has two growing children who are a constant source of inspiration and learning.  Cindy loves working creatively to help children to reach their potential, finding opportunities in everyday living and making learning fun. She is also addicted to making printables (even when they take a long time to complete).  Cindy is the author of the Occupational Therapy blog Your Kids OT.  Read more articles from Your Kids OT at https://www.yourkidsot.com/blog.  Also use this link to view this blog post with all images, videos and pop-up features that may be blocked by email.

​The information on this site is general in nature. The activities are safe for most children, however, you should consult an Occupational Therapist or health professional to address specific movement, sensory or other medical conditions. Affiliate links are used throughout this website to promote products I love and recommend. I receive a commission if any purchases are made through these links. Please see my disclosure policy for more details. ​​​
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