At BEST Childcare Consulting, we know that World Space Week (4–10 October) is an incredible opportunity to ignite children’s curiosity, foster a love of STEM, and build strong connections with families and communities. Space Week is also a powerful way to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, recognising that First Nations peoples are the world’s first astronomers. Their knowledge of the stars, moon, and seasons continues to guide navigation, food gathering, and storytelling today. Embedding these perspectives helps children develop respect for the world’s oldest continuing culture while building a sense of belonging and shared identity.
