These unique cards have been designed by Ranu James, hand illustrated by Iamo James. The images in these cards are symbolic of our Papua New Guinean (PNG) Culture. Each card contains brief information about the image and they can be used to support you with opening up conversations about other cultures. When you use the cards: 

• Talk to children about the images you can see on the cards. 
• Find out if any families or children identify as Papua New Guinean. 
• What do these images mean to them? 
• What else can you find out about these images? 

PNG is an island country found in the south-western Pacific Ocean. It includes the Eastern half of the second largest island in the world. Papua New Guineans identify as Melanesian. English is the main language of government and commerce. Tok Pisin is also widely spoken throughout PNG. There are 800 other languages spoken throughout PNG and many more dialects. It is a beautiful diverse country and is commonly known as the Land of the Unexpected. This resource has been designed in consultation with our community. They have been developed with embedding culture and cultural awareness for early childhood education and care in mind. 

Concept and Cultural Information provided by Ranu James in consultation with Australian Papua New Guinea Community members.

Illustrated by Iamo James

Designed by Kiki Design, Gold Coast, Australia