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Coolamon Bush Tucker classroom carpet with children — Aboriginal art rug by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton, PRE ORDER arriving June 2026
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Coolamon Classroom Carpet

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Carry Stories. Grow Knowledge. Connect to Country.

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Why educators love it.

  • 17 bush tucker foods spark science and Country conversations.
  • Design by Indigenous artist Shareen Clayton
  • Thick nylon cut pile, cushioned for group story-time.
  • Non-slip rubber backing keeps the carpet safely grounded.
  • EYLF + NQS designed and aligned.
Description

Coolamon Bush Tucker Classroom Carpet

Imagine a classroom resource that teaches before you even open your mouth. The Coolamon Bush Tucker Classroom Carpet does exactly that — a stunning fusion of Aboriginal art, cultural storytelling and classroom functionality designed by proud Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton.

The coolamon is a traditional wooden dish used by Aboriginal women for carrying food, water, babies and sacred objects — a symbol of nurturing, sustenance and connection to Country. This beautiful rug brings that cultural significance into your classroom as a meaningful gathering space for every child.

Features

  • Original artwork by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton
  • Bush tucker design celebrating Aboriginal food traditions and connection to Country
  • Premium soft pile — comfortable for sitting, reading and group learning
  • Durable classroom-grade construction with non-slip backing
  • Designed for Australian early childhood and primary classrooms

EYLF outcomes supported

  • Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
  • Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
  • Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

Frequently asked questions

When will this arrive? Early June 2026 — pre-order now to secure yours.

Who is the artist? Shareen Clayton is a proud Wiradjuri artist whose work celebrates culture, community and the stories of Country.

What is a Coolamon? A coolamon is a traditional Aboriginal wooden dish used for carrying food, water, babies and sacred objects — a powerful symbol of nurturing and connection to Country.

Is this rug suitable for early childhood? Yes — soft, durable and designed for Australian classrooms.

Specifications

• Size: 3m x 2m
• Shape: Coolamon-inspired irregular oval
• Weight: 9kg (approx.)

Features

A 3m x 2m coolamon-shaped classroom carpet featuring 17 types of bush tucker, designed by Wiradjuri artist Shareen Clayton. Deep plush nylon pile, non-slip TPR backing, and heavy-duty overlocked edges — an EYLF and NQF aligned resource that connects children to Country every day.

Design by First Nations artist.

About the Artist
Shareen Clayton is a proud Wiradjuri woman. She was born
and raised in Sydney, NSW and is now a very proud mother of four.

Shareen has mastered her skills in art for over 20 years having been
inspired by both of her artistic parents.

Shareen is highly regarded in her local communities as a family cultural
officer and teachers aid working in primary and high schools.

Shareen is very passionate about sharing her Indigenous culture, art
and teachings to kids all over the country in her range of vibrant educational resources created in collaboration with Education National.

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Carry Stories. Grow Knowledge. Connect to Country.

The coolamon has carried food, water, and babies across Country for over 60,000 years. Now it carries your curriculum. Seventeen bush tucker plants, one breathtaking carpet, and a thousand conversations waiting to happen. Lay it down, gather your children, and let Shareen Clayton's artwork do what great teaching always does — open up the world.

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