{"product_id":"the-freckled-frog-languages-of-our-nation","title":"The Freckled Frog Languages of Our Nation","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLearning First Nations languages supports First Nations and non-first Nation students to develop a strong sense of identity, pride and self-esteem that strengthens wellbeing and engagement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFirst Nations language programs build respect for First Nations histories, cultures, people, knowledge and experiences amongst students and their families, school staff, and the broader community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are numerous First Nations languages and dialects, many of which are endangered. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn endangered language \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis one that is at risk of falling out of use, generally because it has few surviving speakers. If it loses all of its native speakers, it becomes an extinct language. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"nitro-offscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn Australia there are more than 250 Indigenous languages including around 800 dialects. Languages are living things that connect people to Country, culture and ancestors. We have chosen to represent languages throughout Australia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"nitro-offscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have used approved words for sharing and been in consultation with First Nations Land Councils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"nitro-offscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFreckled Frog acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters, and special acknowledgment to the custodians of the languages that we have used on our blocks, Tiwi, Pintupi, Gudjal, Noongar, Bunganditj, Awabakal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"nitro-offscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 26 pieces in each set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximately each block 4 x 4 x 4cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade with FSC Beechwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuitable for ages 1 year and over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"mysite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54624187383948,"sku":"FF-573","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9455\/2716\/files\/NEW-indigenous-blocks-picture-1-scaled.jpg?v=1787899141","url":"https:\/\/christophe.store\/products\/the-freckled-frog-languages-of-our-nation","provider":"CHRISTOPHE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}