Dreamtime

Dreamtime Dreamtime is a very important concept for the Aborigine peaple of Australia. It is the way the Aborigine explain the creation of life and their origins. The dreaming connects the Aborigine to their ancestors and to the land. For them, their land, plants and animals are incredibly important. The dreaming can be shown through paintings, dance and storytelling. The paintings often consist of lines, circles and specific symbols that represent animals and people. The stories are usually about creation but are more than just myths and legends. It is through the stories that the children learn about the traditions, how to behave and where to find food and water. Many of these stories have been handed down from generation to generation for thousands of years.