Topic : "Aboriginal content"
Aboriginal peoples and cultures
Total Results : 500
34251 : 1841 Do you dare: The bushranger's boys by Lloyd, Alison When Captain Ross shoots Jem's dog, Jem dreams of retribution. So, when a bushranger takes the Captain's horse and clothes, Jem isn't a bit upset, although he is still stuck on the Captain's homestead, far from the only family he knows. But, Alfie, the cook's son, and his mate, Tommy, an Aboriginal boy, become Jem's staunch supporters, even when his decisions aren't so smart. Join the three boys as they hole up in a secret hideout, rescue a puppy and meet a real live bushranger. 5-6 booklist |
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540 : A is for Aunty by Russell, Elaine Memories of growing up on an Aboriginal mission are brought to life in this alphabet picture book with a difference. It features accounts of possums as pets and Aunty Goldie who used zinc ointment for just about every ailment.Test K-2 booklist |
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1700 : A is for Australia by Lessac, Frane From Bondi Beach to Rottnest Island, travel around Australia and uncover many exciting facts. 5-6 booklist |
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7917 : A-Z of convicts in Van Diemen's Land by Barnard, Simon In the first half of the nineteenth century, seventy-three thousand convicts were transported to the British penal colony of Van Diemen's Land. This is an enthralling journey through the personal histories and daily lives of the men, women and children who played a vital role in the building of the settlements, as well as the running of the newly established colony. 7-9 booklist |
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9454 : Aboriginal peoples of Australia by Bartlett, Anne Indigenous and non-indigenous writers work in collaboration with indigenous people to present a vast amount of information about the Aboriginal peoples of Australia. Provides information on each author. 3-4 booklist |
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15202 : About this little devil and this little fella by Barunga, Albert & Mueche, Stephen & Dowling, Julie (ill) This greedy little fella just can't stop eating honey and won't go home with his mother. The grumpy little devil is nearby chopping wood to make a fire to cook his dinner. But first, he has to catch it. 3-4 booklist |
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18492 : Aden Ridgeway (Aussie Stars) by McCallum, Grant Tells of Aden Ridgeway's childhood, schooling and eventual rise to become a prominent Australian politician. 5-6 booklist |
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20616 : Alfred's war by Bin Salleh, Rachel & Fry, Samantha (ill) Alfred was just a young man when he was injured and shipped home from France. Neither honoured as a returned soldier or offered government support afforded to non-Indigenous servicemen, Alfred took up a solitary life walking the back roads - billy tied to his swag, finding work where he could. 5-6 booklist |
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15514 : All about Jada by Mundine, Anthony & Luxton, Peter & Mundine, Danielle (ill) This is a photo diary of the life of young Jada, daughter of boxer Anthony Mundine, the author of this book. Jada's special connection to her famous father inspired a tattoo. 5-6 booklist |
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9321 : All the questions you ever wanted to ask Adam Goodes by Williams, Jane & others Three children interview great Aussie Rules footballer and role model for indigenous kids, Adam Goodes, who plays for the Sydney Swans. 5-6 booklist |
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570736 : Amazing Australian women by Freeman, Pamela & Beer, Sophie (ill) In this book you'll meet twelve amazing Australian women who have changed the world, in small ways and large. Some of them are world famous, like Annette Kellerman and Nellie Melba. Some of them are famous in Australia, like Mary Reibey and Edith Cowan. And all of them deserve to be famous, and admired. They represent the warriors, artists, business owners, scientists, singers, politicians, actors, athletes, adventurers, activists and innovators of Australia. 3-4 booklist |
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8499 : Amazing facts about Australia's early explorers by Parish, Steve & Cox, Karin Australia's early explorers were an odd bunch. Some were incredibly brave, others extremely foolhardy. Some formed friendships with Aborigines and respected their rights and traditions, others treated them very badly. Some gained fame and fortune, others lost their lives. All had a thirst for discovery. 7-9 booklist |
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25945 : Amazing facts about Australia's early settlers by Parish, Steve & Cox, Karin Australia is home to both an ancient, Indigenous culture and a young European influence. While their coexistence has been far from peaceful, both groups have proven to be tenacious, resourceful and resilient. Australia is the only country founded solely to contain convicts. Topics /
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8316 : Ancestry: Stories of multicultural ANZACS by Siers, Robyn & Walker, Carlie Australians from a wide range of cultural backgrounds served together during the First World War. They wore the same uniform and experienced the same conditions and hardships. For many, wartime service gave them the equality that was not available in Australian society, either before or after the war. These stories about multicultural ANZACS draw on the Australian War Memorial's diverse collection, and include private records, photographs, works of art and relics. 7-9 booklist |
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15 : Anna the goanna and other poems by McDougall, Jill & Taylor, Jenny (ill) A colourful, engaging picture book containing a collection of poems about living in an Aboriginal community. 7-9 booklist |
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19 : Anthony Mundine (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant Anthony Mundine's biography shows how he wanted to follow in his sporting father's footsteps. 5-6 booklist |
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26566 : ANZAC heroes by Gill, Maria & Ivancic, Marco (ill) From nurse and pilot to soldier and spy, find out about thirty ANZAC heroes, who risked everything, left everything and lost everything as they participated in World Wars l and ll. 5-6 booklist |
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593283 : Art of taxidermy, The by Kernot, Sharon Lottie collects dead creatures and lovingly cares for them, hoping to preserve them, to save them from disintegration. Her father understands - Lottie has a scientific mind, he thinks. Her aunt wants it to stop, and she goes to cruel lengths to make sure it does. And her mother? Lottie's mother died long ago. And Lottie is searching for a way to be close to her. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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15731 : Art, history, place by Nicholls, Christine A recognised art expert looks at the astonishing diversity of visual work done by Indigenous Australians today, while exploring the traditions and influences that shaped their work. Although much Indigenous art is part of an artistic movement over forty thousand years old, Indigenous artists also have a remarkable capacity to use new media, styles and subject matter in their work. 5-6 booklist |
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10228 : Art, land, story by Nicholls, Christine A look at some of the traditions from which Indigenous art has come, with an emphasis on the continuous links between Indigenous art, place and The Dreaming. It shows the extraordinary diversity that has always been a feature of Australian Indigenous art. 7-9 booklist |
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23 : As I grew older by Abdulla, Ian Ian Abdulla tells of his life and experiences growing up in a traditional Aboriginal family, living the Nunga way of life on the Murray River in the 1950s. 5-6 booklist |
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750992 : Aunty's wedding by Tapsell, Miranda & Tyler, Joshua & Fry, Samantha (ill) Everyone on the island is getting ready for Aunty's wedding. Maningawu puts on her best hat and I can wear a wurrijinga in my hair. Lucky! We all dress up, but I still don't understand. Why do people have a wedding? K-2 booklist |
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33427 : Australia by Mahoney, Melanie (ed) & Madden, Bec (ed) Come and explore your country, Australia. Find out where it is in the world and what it looks like. Discover our history, who our first people were and how the first European settlers arrived. Compare how people live now, the different animals and environments in Australia and some of our national pastimes. K-2 booklist |
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5052 : Australia, a global nation 1976-today by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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25724 : Australian animals by Mahoney, Melanie (ed) & Madden, Bec (ed) Bright, interesting images and facts tell you about most of the iconic Australian native animals. Find out what they eat, where they live, the impact of introduced species and how you can help Australian native animals. Topics /
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12904 : Australian kids through the years by McCartney, Tania & Joyner, Andrew (ill) Many thousands of years ago, the first people arrived in Australia and made this land their home. When Europeans arrived in the late 1700s, things changed forever. Now, Australia is home to children of many cultures and backgrounds, whose lives have changed over time.Enjoy spotting what has stayed the same and what is different in clothing, housing, activities, food and games. 3-4 booklist |
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660704 : Azaria: A true history by Coote, Maree What happens when the truth gets lost? Where wild animals and people meet, tragedy can strike. But when a tiny baby is stolen by a dingo, people simply cannot accept such a thing. Prejudice and gossip grip the nation, and the tragedy transforms into a fight for the truth. This is a true Australian story of innocence, ignorance, and the perils of mob thinking. Topics /
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620083 : Baby business by Seymour, Jasmine Baby Business tells the story of the baby smoking ceremony that welcomes baby to country. The smoke is a blessing - it will protect the baby and remind them that they belong. This beautiful ritual is recounted in a way young children will completely relate to. 5-6 booklist |
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903348 : Back on Country by Goodes, Adam & Liang, Ellie & Hardy, David (ill) 'Where are we going again? asks Lucy. 'Back on country,' says Mum. 'Where we're going is where your nanna comes from, where we come from. Our Country is special to us. You'll see.' It's Lucy and David's first time back on Country. They meet their cousins and Elders, and see special places, learn local language words and hear stories as old as time. Join them to feel the strength that comes from being back on Country. K-2 booklist |
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660637 : Backyard birds by Milroy, Helen What colourful birds are in our backyards? From laughing kookaburras and prancing mudlarks to dancing willy wagtails and hungry galahs, this picture book is a vibrant adventure discovering the native birds around us. K-2 booklist |
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751185 : Backyard bugs by Milroy, Helen There are lots of bugs in our backyards and sometimes we might forget to have a closer look to see and hear what they are doing. Take a closer look at these backyard bugs. K-2 booklist |
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11129 : Bajirriga the turtle by Fourmile, Trevor & Fourmile, Lillian (ill) Foolish Bajirriga, an Aboriginal boy, fails to cooperate with his community, preferring to go to the beach and swim while they gather food. Ignoring his parents' advice to come out of the water, he begins to transform into a turtle. 3-4 booklist |
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1785 : Bakir and Bi by Boyd, Jillian & Mordey, Tori-Jay (ill) Bakir and Mar live on a remote island called Egur with their two young children. While fishing, Bakir comes across a very special pelican named Bi. A famine occurs, and life on the island is no longer harmonious. One day Bakir and Bi disappear and Mar and the children are forced to make the journey to another island by canoe and so begins the adventure. 5-6 booklist |
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27230 : Barlay by Kickett-Tucker, Cheryl & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) & Morgan, Sally (ed) Sometimes, grown-ups tell scary stories to teach kids a lesson. And, sometimes, those scary stories turn out to be true. Sarah, Jay and Rene find out the hard way what sort of tale their Nan's Woordatj story is when they wander off into the bush, despite her warnings. Topics /
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9326 : Barrumbi kids, The by Norrington, Leonie Dale and Tomias, live in the outback. They have a deep love for the wild, ancient land that is their home and move easily between their Aboriginal and white cultures, until someone turns up to spoil their last year at the community school. 7-9 booklist |
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74181 : Bat and the crocodile, The by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Dolumyu, Jack (teller) This story comes from the Aboriginal people at Warmun (Turkey Creek) in Western Australia. It was told in the Kija language. Describes why bats now live in caves because of the killing of a fellow creature. 3-4 booklist |
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8412 : Beach sports car by Oxenham, Darlene & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) & Morgan, Sally (ed) When Annie's dad promises her a beach sports car, she imagines a bright red hotrod with racing car stripes. But, it will take a lot of work to turn Dad's battered old bomb into the car of Annie's dreams. Then again, hard work can sometimes make the rewards seem so much sweeter. Topics /
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23596 : Beautiful colours by Raveneau, Tina & Neilson-Kelly, Julie This book is best the first time you read it. Enjoy the insight of a child in a colourful family. Beautiful, funny and inspiring, with vibrant illustrations. K-2 booklist |
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4095 : Becoming Kirrali Lewis by Harrison, Jane In 1985, Kirrali Lewis, a young Aboriginal teenager, leaves her home town in rural Victoria to begin a law degree in Melbourne. Adopted at birth by a white family, Kirrali doesn't question her cultural roots until a series of life-changing events force her to face up to her true identify. Her decision to search for her biological parents sparks off a political awakening that no one sees coming, least of all Kirrali. 7-9 booklist |
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9504 : Beginnings to Federation: the shortest history of Australia, volume 1 by Simpson, Judith Nearly fifty million years crammed into forty pages. A brief description of prehistoric Australia, the history of Aboriginal peoples and thirty milestones in white Australian history up to the opening of the first Federal Parliament. 3-4 booklist |
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29840 : Benny Bungarra's big bush clean-up by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin (ill) Benny Bungarra comes to the rescue when his friends are in danger from rubbish left by humans. Topics /
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3900 : Biddy's fishing-line by Priman, Bridget & Paul, Robbie (ill) The river is running and a girl's long journey to school through the bush is full of possibilities. K-2 booklist |
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1019868 : Bidhi Galing: Big rain by Heiss, Anita & Campbell, Samantha (ill) Told from the point of view of Wagadhaany, a Wiradyuri girl who loved dancing, this is the story of the Great Flood of Gundagai in 1852. Wiradyuri heroes, Yarri and Jacky Jacky paddled bark canoes through raging floodwaters, risking their own lives to save countless others. Learn history through Wiradyuri language and marvel at the beautiful illustrations in this book. 5-6 booklist |
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15290 : Big rain coming by Germein, Katrina & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) This book invokes both a feeling of listlessness and of expectation. The children in an Aboriginal camp in northern Australia are waiting. Uncle Stephen predicts the big wet is coming but, day after day, the hot, dry weather continues. 3-4 booklist |
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751154 : Bindi by Saunders, Kirli & Leffler, Dub (ill) Meet 11-year-old Bindi. She's not really into maths but LOVES art class and playing hockey. Her absolute FAVOURITE thing is adventuring outside with friends or her horse, Nell. A new year starts like normal - school, family, hockey, dancing. But this year hasn't gone to plan! There's a big art assignment, a drought, a broken wrist AND the biggest bushfires her town has ever seen! 5-6 booklist |
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40 : Binna Binna man, The by McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori A young Aboriginal boy is travelling back to his home on the mission to attend the funeral of a cousin. 7-9 booklist |
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4384 : Birrung the secret friend by French, Jackie Birrung, a young indigenous girl, lives with the family of Richard Johnson, chaplain to the Australian colony in 1790. When Birrung befriends orphaned Barney and Elsie, a mute, the Johnson family also takes them in. As Barney's feeling for Birrung grow, he is advised that his friendship with a 'native' girl, and all that she taught him about her language and lore, must remain a secret, forever. 5-6 booklist |
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17958 : Bittangabee Tribe: an Aboriginal story from coastal New South Wales by Cruse, Beryl (et al) & Austin, Jana (ill) Explores the story of a family living on the coast of south-east Australia who travel to the Australian Alps in the summer to meet with other tribes and feast on Bogong moths. At the end of the season they travel back to their home for lobster season. Includes references to Indigenous trading, Aboriginal lifestyle pre-colonisation, bush tucker, traditional language and boundary divisions and Indigenous seasons. 3-4 booklist |
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586765 : Black Cockatoo by Merrison, Carl & Hustler, Hakea & Leffler, David (ill) Mia rescues a dirrarn black cockatoo, and faces her biggest challenge yet when she chooses to care for the bird, knowing it is her totem animal. Mia feels powerless to change the things she sees around her, until she explores the fragile connections of family and culture and discovers her own inner strength. 5-6 booklist |
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871 : Black fella white fella by Murray, Neil Black fella white fella doesn't matter what your colour - the message is clear, We are all brothers and sisters no matter where we are from in this world. 3-4 booklist |
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9757 : Black Sunday by McHugh, Evan Nipper only wants to be one thing, a lifesaver. In his world, they're larger than life, walking, talking heroes. Nipper's too young but he starts to train in secret, challenging himself in the Bondi surf. But, his secret comes to light one hot Sunday in 1938, a day that has become infamous in Australia's history. Based on a true story. 5-6 booklist |
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578988 : Blakwork by Whittaker, Alison BLAKWORK is a powerful collection of memoir, reportage, fiction, satire and critique through which the themes of great loss and the desire for a different future, emerge. Through her innovative and powerful poetic voice, Whittaker merges her own personal experiences with her research into Australian history and political decisions, to create a fearless and unsparing portrayal of the Australia presented through other interpretations; a portrayal that challenges the readers' understanding and invites them to rethink the identity and place projected onto the traditional custodians of the land. Usually read by students in year 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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18998 : Blue-eyed Aborigine, The by Hayes, Rosemary After the shipwreck of the Batavia off Western Australia in 1629, a cabin boy and a soldier were involved in a grisly, notorious mutiny. Most mutineers were hanged but the two men were marooned on the mainland, becoming Australia's first European settlers. No trace of them was ever found. Later European explorers reported seeing Aboriginal Australians with blue eyes. This novel suggests what might have happened in between. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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5110 : Boom times and the Great Depression by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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24511 : Boomerang and bat by Greenwood, Mark & Denton, Terry (ill) In 1868, a determined team of Aboriginal stockmen set off on a journey across the world to take on England's best cricketers. Led by star all-rounder Johnny Mullagh and wearing caps, embroidered with a boomerang and a bat, the team delighted crowds with their exceptional skills. The men were the first Australian cricket team to tour England and this is their story. 5-6 booklist |
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995953 : Borderland by Akhurst, Graham Jono, a city-born Indigenous teenager is trying to figure out who he really is. Life in Brisbane hasn't exactly made him feel connected to his Country or community. After graduating, Jono and his friend Jenny score gigs at the Aboriginal Performing Arts Centre and an incredible opportunity comes knocking - interning with a documentary crew. Their mission? To promote a big government mining project in the Queensland desert. The catch? The details are sketchy, and the land is rumoured to be sacred. But who cares? Jono is stoked just to be part of something meaningful. Life takes a turn when they land in Gambari, a tiny rural town far from the city. He's haunted by an eerie omen of death, battling suffocating panic attacks, and even experiencing visions of Wudun - a malevolent spirit from the Dreaming. What's the real story behind the gas mining venture? Are the documentary crew hiding something from Jono? Usually read by students in years 9, 10, or above. 9plus booklist |
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34631 : Born to sing by Morgan, Sally & Smith, Craig (ill) Maddie loves to sing and make up new songs. Her favourite is her humpback whale song, so she is very excited when her Mum and Grandma promise to take her to Shark Bay to see the whales. When they set off in their car and rattly old caravan, it looks like they might not get there at all. But, with some help along the way, Maddie's dream might still come true. 3-4 booklist |
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789575 : Boy from the Mish, The by Lonesborough, Gary It's a hot summer, and life's going all right for Jackson and his family on the Mish. It's almost Christmas, school's out, and he's hanging with his mates, teasing the visiting tourists, avoiding the racist boys in town. Just like every year, Jackson's Aunty and annoying little cousins visit from the city - but this time a mysterious boy with a troubled past comes with them. As their friendship evolves, Jackson must confront the changing shapes of his relationships with his friends, family and community. And he must face his darkest secret - a secret he thought he'd locked away for good. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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568873 : Brontide by McPherson, Sue Brontide is a coming of age story about four boys and their lot in life. Recounted through storytelling sessions at their school over a period of five days, these boys chronicle their lives. They are at times demanding, occasionally rude, always funny and unexpectedly profound. The boys like to challenge themselves and the rules, and soon realise that not everything goes to plan. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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660691 : Brother moon by McCarthy Yoelu, Maree & Fry, Samantha (ill) Great Grandpa Liman lives in a house by the sea. There are no lights, just the stars. He lives in a shack and hunts for his food. One night sitting by the fire, he looks up to the sky and tells Hippy-boy a story about his brother. K-2 booklist |
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660689 : Bubbay's desert adventure by Wowolla Boyle, Josie & Martins, Fern (ill) Bubbay was lonely. He lived alone with his goat herd in the Australian desert. He slept under the stars, who were his friends and knew they kept him company through the night. He wished for a family to love. One night a talking star and his magical grandma came to help him on an adventure to make his wish come true. K-2 booklist |
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10347 : Budinge and the Min Min lights by Kirk, Uncle Joe & Casey, Greer & Harrold, Sandi (ill) Budinge lives with his grandmother, deep in the Australian bush. One night, he notices a bright light twinkling through the trees. Budinge's grandmother had often warned him that if he didn't behave, the Min-Min lights would come and lead him away. Budinge is frightened and begins to run. K-2 booklist |
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4654 : Building modern Australia 1950-1975 by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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63 : Burnt stick, The by Hill, Anthony & Sofilas, Mark (ill) An Aboriginal boy is removed from his mother, despite her desperate efforts to disguise his fair skin by rubbing him with charcoal from a burnt stick. 5-6 booklist |
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5837 : Bush and beyond: stories from country by Mia, Tjalaminu & Lister, Jessica & Kickett-Tucker, Cheryl & Tucker, Jayon Grandparents are special. In these four short stories from Western Australia, four Aboriginal Australian writers have crafted stories featuring grandparents with their families. Fun, adventurous tales, featuring Noonga and Wongutha words, illustrations and local knowledge. 3-4 booklist |
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1273 : Bush holiday by Norrington, Leonie & McKenna, Brenton E (ill) Auntie Doreen is taking the kids on a real bush holiday, like they wouldn't believe. 3-4 booklist |
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23803 : Bush tracks by Moriarty, Ros, & Balarinji (ill) What can you see? Follow the clues that landscape, seasons, weather, the stars, the moon and the sun give to navigate bush tracks and find the Australian animal. A colourful exploration of country along a bush track, featuring illustrations by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio. K-2 booklist |
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120128 : Bush tucka, good tucka by Brown, Jan & Madden, Robert (ill) An hilarious trip to the supermarket for two Aboriginal kids and their weary Nan to buy bush tucka, sees the children being both cheeky and rambunctiously helpful. Contains bush tucka recipes for banana jelly and fried scones. 5-6 booklist |
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84668 : Bush tucker and medicine of the Jawoyn by Bennett, Lily; Katherine, Margaret & Ranch, Sybil & Thompson, Liz Three women elders share the stories and knowledge of food and medicine from Jawoyn county and the people who live there in the Barunga and Wugularr communities. 5-6 booklist |
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21624 : Bush tucker and medicine of the Ndjebbana by James, Alistair Djalolba; Bawudba, Claire & Mabbindja, Debbie & Thompson, Liz Three senior members share the stories and knowledge of food and medicine from Maningrida (Arnhem Land) area and the Ndjebbana people who live there. 5-6 booklist |
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24773 : Bush tucker and medicine of the Ngaanyatjarra lands by Holland, Elizabeth & Watson, Dulcie & Davies, Tjingapa & Holland, Nora Five women elders share the stories and knowledge of food and medicine from the Ngaanyatjarra lands (central western deserts) and the Yarnangu people who live there. 5-6 booklist |
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28038 : Bush tucker and medicine of the Nyikina by Milgin, Annie Nayina & Watson, Dadakar John & Thompson, Liz Two elders share the stories and knowledge of food and medicine from Jarlmadangah Burru and the Nyikina people who live there. 5-6 booklist |
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8230 : Butcher paper, texta, blackboard and chalk by Hunter, Ruby & Roach, Archie Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander's are warned that this book and CD/DVD contains images and voices of deceased persons. A book of children's songs, captured beautifully with paintings by Ruby Hunter. You can listen to the CD while reading the book. Great resource for teachers. Topics /
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641421 : Butterfly garden, The by Torres, Michael & Martins, Fern (ill) An entertaining introduction to the life cycle of a butterfly - played out by a fat caterpillar, a hungry kookaburra and a supporting cast of beautiful butterflies. K-2 booklist |
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3037 : Butterfly heart, The by Leyden, Paula In Zambia, time is running out as Bul-Boo and Madillo try to work out a way to save their friend, Winifred, from a terrifying fate. In desperation, they ask the advice of Ifwafwa, the snake man, who promises to think about the problem. Ifwafwa is wise and has a gift with snakes, but he does not like to hurry and Bul-Boo becomes impatient. Some adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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581451 : Catching Teller Crow by Kwaymullina, Ambelin & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel Nothing's been the same for Beth Teller since she died. Her dad, a detective, is the only one who can see and hear her - and he's drowning in grief. But now they have a mystery to solve together. Who is Isobel Catching, and what's her connection to the fire that killed a man? What happened to the people who haven't been seen since the fire? As Beth unravels the mystery, she finds a shocking story lurking beneath the surface of a small town, and a friendship that lasts beyond one life and into another. Told in two unforgettable voices, this gripping novel interweaves themes of grief, colonial history, violence, love and family. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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75 : Cathy Freeman (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant Cathy Freeman's early career as a schoolgirl athlete and a Commonwealth Games representative for Australia. 5-6 booklist |
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21693 : Celebrating Australia: a year in poetry by Marwood, Lorraine A collection of poems connected by many of the key days and celebrations throughout the year in Australia. It includes special days such as Chinese New Year, Harmony Day, Diwali, Ramadan and ANZAC Day, as well as important days like your birthday and the first day of school. 5-6 booklist |
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855859 : Ceremony by Goodes, Adam & Liang, Ellie & Hardy, David (ill) A joyful celebration of family and culture, the Welcome to Our Country series introduces First Nations history to children. From Australian of the Year Adam Goodes, co-writer Ellie Laing, and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy. Welcome, children! Nangga! Nangga! Yakarti! Tonight will be our Ceremony. Our family gathers as the fire burns. The smoke rises up as we take it in turns . . . Then clapsticks tap - one, two, three - but a stick is missing! Where could it be? Joyful and full of fun, Ceremony invites you to celebrate the rich traditions of dance, family, community and caring for Country from the world's oldest continuous culture. Topics /
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1017746 : Champion: a memoir of tennis and teamwork by Barty, Ash This is a tennis story. It is a family story. It is a teamwork story. It is the story of how Ash Barty got to be who she is today. It is her story about the power and joy of doing that thing you love and seeing where it can take you. This book reflects on her whole tennis journey, from the first time she picked up a racquet to packing her bag after winning the Australian Open in 2022. It explains how she worked through self-doubt, homesickness and a break from the sport to realise her tennis dreams, winning Wimbledon and ranking number 1 in the world. Ash is hoping her story will inspire you to follow your dreams. 7-9 booklist |
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628160 : Cheeky dogs: To Lake Nash and back by Bell, Johanna & Beasley, Dion (ill) Meet deaf artist, Dion Beasley, and the people he calls family. Dodging road trains by day and giant blue monsters at night, Dion weaves his way through life on an electric scooter, collecting rocks and dogs to make art. In his dreams he sees animals from overseas and his mother's country, Lake Nash, but every morning, without fail, he puts on his favourite socks and gets ready to feed the dogs. Is it time yet? 5-6 booklist |
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84 : Child's dreaming by Gilbert, Kevin Kevin Gilbert is an Aboriginal artist and poet and his poems focus on the Australian outback, in particular, the fauna. 5-6 booklist |
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87 : Christine Anu (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant Christine Anu's life begins in the Torres Strait Islands and leads to her rise in the world of music. 5-6 booklist |
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586744 : Clever crow by Bancroft, Bronwyn & Lawrence, Nina (ill) Clever Crow is an endearing and witty tale that follows the exploits of a hungry and very clever crow. Crow searches in the bush for food but he can find none. It is only when he comes across people preparing for a ceremony that his luck changes. Crow spots a big turtle egg waiting to be cooked, and he cries out, 'Yummy, food for me!' But it is not an easy task stealing a turtle egg - even for a clever crow. Crow has to be more clever than he has ever been before! Children will love Bronwyn Bancrofts's distinctive illustrations, and how the Djambarrpuynu language translation - Yolnu language from North East Arnhem Land - is woven into the design. 3-4 booklist |
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12394 : Cocky, the crow and the hawk, The by Nicholls, Christine (ed.) & Mudgedell, Matingali Napanangka (teller) A Dreaming narrative belonging to Matingali Napanangka Mudgedell, in which all the birds were brightly coloured. The birds lived together and shared their food. But, one day, the cocky and the crow argued and everything changed. K-2 booklist |
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14911 : Collecting colour by Dunstan, Kylie Rose and her friend, Olive, love going bush in Arnhem Land to collect 'colour' and pandanus leaves for weaving baskets, bags and mats. 3-4 booklist |
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8690 : Colonial life 1851-1900 by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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11000 : Colours of Australia by Bancroft, Bronwyn Celebrate the beauty of our natural environment. Each line speaks a different voice, each image stirs a different mood, and all combine to evoke the miracle of colour that surrounds us. K-2 booklist |
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1310 : Come count with me by Wilson, Marika Little chicky can count to five, but now it's time for Nana to try. K-2 booklist |
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988126 : Come together: Things every Aussie kid should know about the First Peoples by Firebrace, Isaiah & Biumaiwai, Jaelyn (ill) In this essential book, Isaiah, a Yorta Yorta and Gunditjmara man, establishes a foundation of First Nations knowledge with 20 key topics. 5-6 booklist |
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765889 : Coming home to Country by Bancroft, Bronwyn Run to the creek, perch on a rock, slip into clear crystal water. An visual and lyrical depiction of coming home to country from acclaimed author and illustrator Bronwyn Bancroft. Topics /
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660424 : Cooee Mittigar by Seymour, Jasmine & Mulgo Watson, Leanne (ill) Cooee mittigar. Come here friend and join our Daruga mudjin. Let's make some budyeri dreaming. I will teach you of Darug life. 5-6 booklist |
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1325 : Crabbing with Dad by Seden, Paul With sunscreen and life jackets on, Dad and two children zoom off into the creek, passing other boats and people fishing along the way. It's a good time to be on the water and they even come across Cousin Dan, throwing his net as far as he can. With the crab pots set, they wait patiently and play games as they try to guess what fish could be swimming under their boat. It's finally time to check the crab pots. K-2 booklist |
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6899 : Creatures of Dryden Gully, The by Hegarty, Aunty Ruth & Harrold, Sandi (ill) Mopoke welcomes the visitors, who have come from far away, to the valley. Young Joey is just learning to hop and is envious of these new, special creatures. He wishes he could stride across the valley too. K-2 booklist |
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18559 : Creatures of the rainforest by Brim, Warren & Eglitis, Anna Warren Brimm and Anna Iglitis embark on a cross-cultural journey to show us the remarkable array of creatures that inhabit the Queensland rainforest. 5-6 booklist |
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6677 : Crow country by Constable, Kate Sadie has moved to the country with her mum, although she would have preferred to stay in Melbourne with her friends. Life takes an unexpected turn when Sadie has an unusual encounter with a crow on a dried-up lake, and then meets Lachie Mortlock. Living in the country takes on new meaning, especially when Crow gives Sadie a secret to keep and a mystery to solve. 5-6 booklist |
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660423 : Cunning crow by Dreise, Gregg Way back, before once-upon-a-time, there was the Dreamtime when all the birds were white. One of those white birds was a crow called Waan. One day a big storm came through and a magnificent rainbow appeared. When the birds passed through the rainbow, one by one, their feathers took on its beautiful colours. Waan flew through the rainbow too and his feathers became a beautiful red and orange. But Waan was jealous of the other birds. He wanted to be more beautifully coloured than anyone. So Waan hatched a cunning plan. But things did not go the way Waan wanted... Topics /
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8141 : Cyclone fever by Morgan, Sally & Norling, Beth (ill) Danny and his Mum and Dad don't think a Category 1 cyclone is anything to worry about. But, Gran remembers. She knows what to do, just in case. 3-4 booklist |
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4811 : Cyclones and shadows: Stories from up north by Dudgeon, Laura & Dudgeon, Pat & Dudgeon-Swift, Sabrina & Oxenham, Darlene From an awesome sports car to a terrifying cyclone, from magical creatures to a haunted mango tree, these tales from up north are an enjoyable collection of well-written short stories full of fun, adventure and magic. 3-4 booklist |
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9526 : Dan's grandpa by Morgan, Sally & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) Dan and his grandpa were the best of friends and shared many special times together. From his grandpa, Dan learnt about nature, the land and his Aboriginal culture. When grandpa dies, Dan misses him. Then grandpa's cocky disappears. 3-4 booklist |
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9524 : Daniel's secret by Mattingley, Christobel & Wilson, Mark (ill) Daniel has found an Aboriginal carving on the cliff face. He wants to share his secret but, as the youngest member of a busy family, he can't persuade anyone to accompany him. 3-4 booklist |
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1081 : Deadly Australians by Craven, Rhonda & Wilson-Miller, James Information about some deadly Australians, that is, some great Indigenous people who are successful, talented, outstanding and cool. They include Bronwyn Bancroft, Fabri Blacklock, Uncle Charles Moran, Darlene Johnson, Jimmy Little, Linda Burney and Charles Davidson who have achieved in art, politics, music and other fields. 7-9 booklist |
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7330 : Deadly D & Justice Jones: Making the team by Prince, Scott & Hartley, David Dylan has an amazing power. It attracts the attention of the Brisbane Broncos football team, where Dylan becomes known as Deadly D. 5-6 booklist |
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3051 : Deadly D & Justice Jones: Rising star by Prince, Scott & Hartley, David The action-packed, rugby league adventures of Deadly D and Justice Jones just got a whole lot deadlier. As Deadly D continues to be rugby league's hottest superstar, Dylan's secret has fallen into the hands of a nasty newspaper reporter who can't wait to tell the world. Dylan and Justice must stop the curse from being revealed. 5-6 booklist |
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2990 : Deadly D & Justice Jones; Search, The by Prince, Scott & Hartley, David Dylan and his loyal friend, Justice Jones, are desperately trying to keep the secret of Deadly D from being revealed to the world. Maybe, it's time for Dylan to fess up to his mother about how he has been using his superhero powers. And, the Brisbane Broncos won't be able to cope if Deadly D doesn't return. 5-6 booklist |
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7078 : Deadly sisters of Worawa by Deadly sisters of Worawa & Heiss, Anita & Ware, Shelley Deadly Sisters of Worawa, written by thirteen young women from Worawa Aboriginal College, was produced during an Indigenous Literacy Foundation writing workshop. In their book, the students write about themselves, their families, their sacred places and the things they've achieved that make them proud. They've also written some powerful and moving poetry, and created some amazing artwork, all of which combined reveals how deadly these Worawa sisters are. 5-6 booklist |
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18493 : Deborah Mailman (Aussie Stars) by McCallum, Grant Tells of Deborah's childhood, schooling and rise to become one of Australia's finest actors. 5-6 booklist |
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9437 : Desert cowboy by Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy (ill) Yinti travels from one outback place to another. He is a Desert Cowboy who experiences a series of firsts: learning the kartiya language (English), his first pay, seeing kartiyas (whitefellas), cars, cows and horses and trousers made from flour bags. 7-9 booklist |
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1418 : Desert dog by Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy (ill) Spinifex, a dingo pup, is adopted by a family living in the traditional way, moving from waterhole to waterhole. Based on an incident in his childhood, the pup encountering station life shares the experience of Jimmy Pike's own people. 7-9 booklist |
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112023 : Desert dreamings by Stokes, Deirdre Well-organised under clear headings and well-presented information on indigenous Australia with contents, websites, a glossary and ideas for related things to do. 5-6 booklist |
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17360 : Dig 3ft NW: the legendary journey of Burke and Wills by Murgatroyd, Sarah In 1860, Robert Burke, accompanied by William Wills and a party of explorers, was prepared to risk everything to become the first European to cross the Australian continent from south to north. A few months later, a tree bore a strange carving, Dig under 3 ft NW. Burke, Wills and five other men were dead. A compelling account of a journey that was in trouble even before it began. 7-9 booklist |
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2035 : Disappearance of Ember Crow, The by Kwaymullina, Ambelin Ember Crow is missing. To find her friend, Ashala Wolf must control her increasingly erratic and dangerous Sleepwalking ability and leave the Firstwood. But, Ashala doesn't realise that Ember is harbouring terrible secrets and is trying to shield the Tribe and all Illegals from a devastating new threat, her own past. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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109 : Do not go around the edges by Utemorrah, Daisy & Torres, Pat (ill) Fifteen poems by an Aboriginal author are illustrated with vibrant colours and borders. 5-6 booklist |
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31447 : Dog emergency, The by Morgan, Sally & Smith, Craig (ill) When Dillon and his brother, Ryan, find a cattle dog in town that has hurt his leg, they decide to take him to the nursing station for first aid. They know Mum won't take him in because she is still upset about losing the family dog, Buster. The stray dog needs an operation and the boys try to earn the money to pay for it. When it looks as if they can claim him for themselves, the owner returns. 3-4 booklist |
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579487 : Dog runner, The by Macdibble, Bren Ella and her brother Emery are alone in a city that's starving to death. If they are going to survive, they must get away, upcountry, to find Emery's mum. But how can two kids travel such big distances across a dry, barren, and dangerous landscape? Well, when you've got five big doggos and a dry-land dogsled, the answer is you go mushing. But when Emery is injured, Ella must find a way to navigate them through rough terrain, and even rougher encounters with desperate people. 5-6 booklist |
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9374 : Down the hole: up the tree, across the sandhills, running from the state and Daisy Bates by Williams, Edna Tantjingu & others In the past, Aboriginal people had to hide their children to help them escape from the authorities coming to take them. Includes strong, distinctive illustrations and Aboriginal English with phrases in Yankunytjatjara. 5-6 booklist |
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14686 : Dreamtime at the 'G by Hayes, Alinta & Nelson, Andrew A Year 8 student and a Year 10 student meet with Aboriginal AFL players at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to interview them about their profession as elite footballers. Topics include training, racism in sport, rewards and coaching. 7-9 booklist |
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1542 : Dunbi the owl by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Utemorrah, Daisy (teller) Based on the story told by Daisy Utemorrah of the Worora people to children living in Derby, Western Australia. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. Dunbi the owl is discovered in a tree by some children who soon learn the consequences of mistreating him. 3-4 booklist |
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5202 : Eagle inside, The by Manning Bancroft, Jack & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) Jimmy, the honeyeater, is the smallest bird at flying school. Surrounded by big, tough birds, Jimmy feels different in every way and is certain he will never fit in. Cockatoo bullies him and tells him he can't succeed. But, with Eagle's help, Jimmy discovers that being different can also be a strength. K-2 booklist |
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1210 : Early sea exploration 1606-1803 by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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792 : Early settlements 1788-1850 by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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12250 : Echidna and the shade tree, The by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Green, Mona (teller) based on a story of the jaru people. In the dreaming, there was a shade tree in the middle of the desert. The animals went hunting for themselves and their babies but they only gave the echidna the scraps. When he gets angry and attacks the shade tree, the other animals must do something. K-2 booklist |
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15518 : Emu egg, The by Thorpe, Sharon & Leffler, David (ill) Searching for emu eggs can be more risky than you'd expect. K-2 booklist |
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119 : Enora and the black crane by Meeks, Arone Raymond An aboriginal story that tells of Enora's fascination with the coloured birds of the forest. 5-6 booklist |
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120 : Ernie Dingo by McCallum, Grant A biography that traces the life of one of the most well known Aboriginal performers on television. 5-6 booklist |
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3857 : Explore Australia: the kid edition by Scott, Janine A travel guide for kids covering destinations and activities all around the country. Packed with fun facts, beguiling history and tips on what to see and do, the guide is organised into state chapters, highlighting the top attractions in each capital city and a range of holiday regions. There are also sections on weird place names, how to read maps and Aussie road signs. 5-6 booklist |
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3944 : Families by Galleguillos, Sharon & Kelly, Perri-Ann A look at Indigenous families in Broome, on Prince of Wales Island, Brewarrina, Tennant Creek and Brisbane, with great photographs, maps and extra background information. 3-4 booklist |
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718072 : Family by Muir, Aunty Fay & Lawson, Sue & Seymour, Jasmine (ill) Family. Listening. Sharing. Learning. Connecting. Heart and home. Family. Family is a thoughtful contemplation for all to learn the different ways that family makes us whole. This beautifully illustrated children's picture book shows everyone that "family" can be about heart and home; an endless sky; stories and songs. It "learns" us how to be with each other and with Country. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and this remarkably simple story teaches us all, that family can be many things. Topics /
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5473 : Fat Head the bird by Lawson, Liam & others Liam tells the story of Fat Head, the bird, who sometimes gets up to mischief. Liam learns the value of pet ownership and why we need rules. 5-6 booklist |
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129 : Father Sky and Mother Earth by Noonuccal, Oodgeroo (Walker, Kath) An illustrated book depicting environmental concerns by Oodgeroo Noonuccal, a poet and an activist for Aboriginal rights. Topics /
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49735 : Festivals by Park, Louise The festivals that Australia's Indigenous people celebrate and how they celebrate them. Includes great photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
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7400 : Find me a river by Blake, Bronwyn A story that focuses on the common and shared history of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, and how many individuals are personally coming to terms with this history. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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5513 : Firewood & rabbits by Jackson, Ron In this picture book autobiography, Ron Jackson describes his eventful childhood as one of thirteen children in a stockman's family living in isolated Balranald. He discusses home schooling, catching rabbits, and collecting firewood in a homemade boat. 5-6 booklist |
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19250 : First peoples of Oceania by Sertori, Trisha Find out about the culture, traditions, laws and ways of life of the first peoples in Oceania - the Aboriginal peoples of Australia, the Papuans of New Guinea and the Maoris of New Zealand. Includes photographs, fact boxes and quotes from elders. 5-6 booklist |
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875661 : First scientists, The: Deadly inventions and innovations from Australia's first peoples by Tutt, Corey & Douglas, Blak (ill) Have you ever wondered what the stars can tell us? Did you know the seasons can be predicted just by looking at subtle changes in nature? Maybe you have wondered about the origins of glue or if forensic science is possible without a crime scene investigation. Australia's First peoples have the longest continuing culture on Earth and their innovation will amaze you as you leaf through the pages of this book, learning fascinating facts and discovering the answers to life's questions. 5-6 booklist |
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23394 : First voyage, The by Baillie, Allan The ferocious Crocodile warriors have already killed Bent Beak's pa, and now they seem determined to take out his whole tribe. The only way to survive is to flee the island. As the Yam tribe brave the perils of the sea, will they survive the voyage into the unknown, and what awaits them just over the horizon. An enthralling story about the plight of the very first boat people, of their desperation, bravery and hope. 7-9 booklist |
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7503 : Fishing in the Torres Strait by Hall, Beth Traditional fishing in the Torres Strait is demonstrated by Indigenous Australians. Includes great photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
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139 : Flying emu and other Australian stories, The by Morgan, Sally Twenty stories about how the world began and the events that followed. They are based around a host of characters, including Australian animals, non-native animals, spirits, planets, the sun and moon, and humans. The title story, The Flying Emu, tells of a beautifully-coloured emu who learns about vanity and immodesty when he and his friends race to the sun. 5-6 booklist |
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6878 : Flying high by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Smith, Craig (ill) Larni is going on a plane to visit her Gran up north. She is happy to be away from school because everyone there seems to be smarter than her. But, Granny shows Larni something she is really good at. 3-4 booklist |
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649009 : Follow after me by Marlow Paterson, Allison Two young women a century apart are mysteriously connected. While 21st century Lizzie abandons old friends and makes reckless choices, 20th century Evie's dreams are torn apart by WW1. Lizzie and Evie will discover strength and courage from unexpected places. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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12590 : Footy dreaming by Hyde, Michael Ben and Noah play in opposing teams in a footy-obsessed town. They each dream of playing on 'The G' and this is their make or break season. When an ugly sledging incident occurs in a match, Ben and Noah's worlds intersect and a fledgling friendship develops. But, their friendship seems impossible as Noah faces racial prejudice and Ben must decide whether to reject the racism, which is even coming from his own family. 7-9 booklist |
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4170 : Foretelling of Georgie Spider, The by Kwaymullina, Ambelin Georgie Spider has foretold the end of the world and the only one who can stop it is Ashala Wolf. But, Georgie has also foreseen Ashala's death. As the world shifts around the Tribe, Ashala fights to protect those she loves from old enemies and new threats. Georgie can see the future but, in her fight to save Ashala, she must also try to change it. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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43475 : Free diving by Coffin, Lorrae & Houston, Bronwyn (ill) Leaving his family and country behind, a young man joins a crew of a pearl lugger to gather valuable pearl shell. Free diving with no protective suit, he risks his life with every descent. 3-4 booklist |
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8981 : Freedom ride by Lawson, Sue Fifteen year old Robbie knows bad things happen in Walgaree. But, it's nothing to do with him. The Aborigines have always been treated this way. In 1965, racial tensions are at boiling point and something is headed to Walgaree that will blow things apart. Robbie must take a stand. Nothing will ever be the same. Based on true events in Australia when university students drew attention to racism and segregation. 7-9 booklist |
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28334 : From little things big things grow by Kelly, P & Carmody, K & Hudson, P (ill) & Kalkaringi School Children (ill) The iconic song by Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody recounts the story of when Vincent Lingiari and other Gurindji workers walked off the Wave Hill cattle station in 1966. What began as a strike over wages and conditions became an eight year long struggle for the return of traditional lands. Illustrated by Gurindji schoolchildren. Topics /
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643300 : Game, The by Hirsch, Suzan Using the club mascots and various Rugby League players and captains, these books will allow readers to read about Rugby League and their favourite clubs and players, whilst engaging with text and practicing reading strategies. K-2 booklist |
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660418 : Ghost bird by Fuller, Lisa Stacey and Laney are twins - mirror images of each other - and yet they're as different as the sun and moon. Stacey works hard at school, determined to get out of their small town. Laney skips school and sneaks out of the house to meet her boyfriend. But when Laney disappears one night, Stacey can't believe she's just run off without telling her. As the days pass and Laney doesn't return, Stacey starts dreaming of her twin. The dreams are dark and terrifying, difficult to understand and hard to shake, but at least they tell Stacey one key thing - Laney is alive. It's hard for Stacey to know what's real and what's imagined and even harder to know who to trust. All she knows for sure is that Laney needs her help. Stacey is the only one who can find her sister. Will she find her in time? Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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21630 : Girl from the Great Sandy Desert, The by Chuguna, Jukuna Mona & Lowe, Pat & Street, Mervyn (ill) Twenty short stories that tell the story of Mana, a young Walmajarri girl growing up in the Great Sandy Desert. The harshness of the landscape, the importance of water, how hunting was carried out, the complexity of family relationships and the obligations of kinship are captured at a time before European settlement dramatically changed the traditional way of life. Includes a Walmajarri pronunciation guide and language glossary. 7-9 booklist |
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1910 : Girl with no name, The by Lowe, Pat Matthew sets off alone to find Aboriginal rock paintings that he knows are hidden in Goanna Gorge. When Matthew realises he is lost, the strange, wild country seems to mock him with its secrets until he meets the girl with no name. 7-9 booklist |
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660687 : Girls can fly by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin Girls can fly! Every girl is the star in her own life story. Stretch out your arms, aim for your dreams, believe in your wings and breathe in the sky. Girl for you, anything is possible. Your future is amazing. Fly high! Topics /
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38395 : Go home, cheeky animals by Bell, Johanna & Beasley, Dion (ill) At Canteen Creek where we live, there are cheeky dogs everywhere. But, when the cheeky goats, donkeys, buffaloes and camels make mischief in the camp, the dogs just lie there. That is, until those pesky animals really go too far. Then, the cheeky camp dogs roar into action. K-2 booklist |
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9372 : Goanna jumps high by Urandangi State School Students try to win a high jump contest in a zone sports competition but, to do this, their goanna must jump higher than a competing kangaroo. Illustrated by primary pupils. 5-6 booklist |
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7782 : Goanna was hungry, The by James, Ann & Morgan, Sally Imagine being at a camp in the Great Victorian Desert. Imagine being one of the ten lucky kids chosen to work with two of Australia's best-loved author-illustrators. Kids from Tjuntjuntjara, Mt Margaret, Menzies and Melbourne spent five days at a writing and illustrating camp on Spinifex Country. This is their book and their stories. K-2 booklist |
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1989 : Going bush with Grandpa by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel Pete and his Grandpa are heading off on a camping trip to prospect for gold. Maybe they will find enough gold so they can go on a big city holiday. But, first, Pete has to survive Grandpa's cooking. 3-4 booklist |
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160 : Going for kalta: hunting for sleepy lizards at Yalata by Edwards, Yvonne & Day, Brenda Kalta is the Aboriginal word meaning ""sleepy lizard"". In this picture book, the reader is shown how the Yalata community catch and cook kalta. 5-6 booklist |
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639794 : Going to the footy by Coombes, Debbie Yay! The footy's on. How will you get there? On a bus? In a boat? On a plane? Topics /
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643302 : Going to the game by Hirsch, Suzan Using the club mascots and various Rugby League players and captains, these books will allow readers to read about Rugby League and their favourite clubs and players, whilst engaging with text and practicing reading strategies. K-2 booklist |
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34022 : Gold for Cathy Freeman by Lau, Karen The story of Cathy Freeman winning gold at the Olympic games. Great photos and a full biography are included. 3-4 booklist |
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41121 : Gold, graves and glory: 1850-1880 by French, Jackie & Sheehan, Peter (ill) Between 1850 and 1880, Australia developed from a struggling penal settlement to a sustainable 'free' colony. This informative but fun look at history begins with the arrival of Governor Brisbane, who must make the colony a harsher deterrent for convicts, and ends the year before gold is discovered. The resultant gold rush changed Australia forever. 5-6 booklist |
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660048 : Good, the bad, and the silly, The by Dickson, John & Emmerichs, Bern (ill) 'The Good, The Bad and The Silly' is a taste of the intriguing history of Australia to alert young readers of the storytelling treasures to be unearthed in Australia's settlement history. 5-6 booklist |
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5092 : Gracey by Moloney, James It's school holidays and Gracey is coming home to Cunningham, a remote country town. Everything looks different, even frightening. When her brother, Dougy, finds three aboriginal bones, a chain of events causes Gracey to reconnect with her Aboriginal heritage. Includes coarse language and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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803503 : Great Barrier Reef, The by Scales, Helen & Feng, Lisk In the waters where Australia meets the vast Pacific Ocean, grows the world's most famous reef. Schools of fish dart among the colourful corals, octopuses hide in dark corners and sharks patrol the clear waters above. Welcome to the Great Barrier Reef. In this stunning, illustrated guide, discover the plants and animals that live in this vast underwater trove. 7-9 booklist |
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1406 : Great cold, The by Milroy, Gladys & Morgan, Sally (ed) Moon and Sun are fighting over their position in the sky. The earth is in danger of experiencing a cold so intense, it will kill everything on earth. Magpie is torn. She knows there is a good chance she will perish if she doesn't seek shelter with the other animals. But, she can't abandon her nest and her egg. 3-4 booklist |
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570817 : Great lizard trek, The by Bradshaw, Felicity & MacDonald, Norma (ill) Rocky, an ornate dragon, lives on the granite rocks in the southwest of Australia. His ancestors have lived in this hot environment for around 10 million years, and for more than 60,000 years, they have lived alongside Indigenous Australians. Rocky's habitat is under threat, and his desert relatives in the north are facing challenges due to rising temperatures. Using his knowledge of Indigenous culture and language, along with Western science, The Great Lizard Trek follows Rocky in his journey to see what the future may bring. 3-4 booklist |
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28111 : Grim crims & convicts: 1788-1822 by French, Jackie & Sheehan, Peter (ill) Eleven ships, with over one thousand people, travelled twenty five thousand kilometres to the other side of the world to build a new colony. They didn't know what they would find and most of them certainly didn't know how much hardship they would suffer. This is the story of the governor, the soldiers, the local Indigenous people, the convicts and a handful of wives and children in the first years of Sydney, Australia. 5-6 booklist |
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622492 : Growing up Aboriginal in Australia by Heiss, Anita (ed) What is it like to grow up Aboriginal in Australia? This anthology, compiled by award-winning author Anita Heiss, attempts to showcase as many diverse voices, experiences and stories as possible in order to answer that question. Each account reveals, to some degree, the impacts of invasion and colonisation - on language, on country, on ways of life, and on how people are treated daily in the community, the education system, the workplace and friendship groups. Accounts from well-known authors and high-profile identities sit alongside newly discovered voices of all ages, with experiences spanning coastal and desert regions, cities and remote communities. All of them speak to the heart - sometimes calling for empathy, oftentimes challenging stereotypes, always demanding respect. This groundbreaking anthology aims to enlighten, inspire and educate about the lives of Aboriginal people in Australia today. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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9467 : Growing up at Uluru Australia by Breedon, Stan The life of the Anangu Aboriginal people is revealed in a picture book that focuses particularly on the children who live around Uluru in the Northern Territory. 3-4 booklist |
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9050 : Grumpy lighthouse keeper, The by Corpus, Terrizita & Prewett, Maggie (ill) On a stormy, wet-season night in Broome, the lighthouse keeper gets out of his warm bed to ensure the lamp is still lit for passing ships. While he is out, sea creatures of all shapes and sizes race up the lighthouse staircase to escape the storm. When the lighthouse keeper returns to his bed, he becomes very grumpy. K-2 booklist |
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6487 : Harry's secret by Heiss, Anita Harry has a secret. He loves to draw and is very good at it. You wouldn't think it would be a problem but Harry's friend, Gav, thinks skateboarding, footy and fishing are cool, but art is definitely not. Harry really wants to enter the local art competition but he is worried what his friends will think and say. 3-4 booklist |
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2799 : Hate race, The by Beneba Clarke, Maxine Suburban Australia. Sweltering heat. A three bedroom blonde-brick house, a family of five with a beaten-up Ford Falcon. Vegemite on toast. Maxine Beneba Clarke's life is just like all the other Aussie kids on her street. Except for one, glaring, inescapably obvious thing. A challenging read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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15516 : Having fun at school by Fisher, Taminya & Le, Thuy & Bell, Meiko Members of the school population state their ways to have fun at school. A play version is also presented. 3-4 booklist |
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2408 : Health=life by Jennings, Karen & Cunningham, Joan Find out some of the things being done to create a healthier future for Australia's Indigenous people and to overcome the impacts of past events. Read how health is linked to history, life experiences and the environment, as well as to medical treatment. 7-9 booklist |
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22296 : Hello by Flowers, Tony Meet twelve Australian friends who can speak different languages. In their own languages, they tell us how to count, say hello and goodbye, and lots of other words about play, food, hobbies and clothes. Once you've said hello, you can see Emiko playing the Japanese drum, Pilinh performing an Aboriginal dance, how to make gnocchi with Sophia and flat bread with Amal. K-2 booklist |
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774216 : Hello and welcome by Dreise, Gregg "Hello and welcome to our corroboree. Hello and welcome to our gathering. Father Sky, Mother Earth, together here with me. Different colours, different people, together in harmony." Feel the welcome as we celebrate Indigenous culture, Elders and future generations. Join the corroboree in the traditional Gamilaraay language of the Kamilaroi people as we listen and learn together. A wonderful companion to Gregg Dreise's highly acclaimed My Culture and Me, this joyful picture book celebrates Australia's Indigenous heritage and the diversity we enjoy today. Topics /
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682662 : Hello, hello by Spinifex Writing Camp A family is walking home on a very dark night. It;s hard to see clearly - what is that shadow? And what is that noise??? Turn the pages of this intriguing and atmospheric book and join the family as they discover what the dark night is hiding. Hello, Hello was written and illustrated by students from Laverton, Menzies and Tjuntjuntjara remote community schools at the third Spinifex Camp, sponsored by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. The students were joined by ILF ambassador and award-winning illustrator Ann James and singer/songwriter Chris Aitken, and together they have produced a book that will intrigue, surprise and delight readers of all ages. 5-6 booklist |
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1979 : Helping little star by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Blaze (ill) Little Star has fallen off the edge of the night sky. He wants to return home to the Moon and hopes that Python, Dingo or Kangaroo can help him. K-2 booklist |
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883560 : Heroes, rebels and innovators: Inspiring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from history by Wyld, Karen & Biumaiwai, Jaelyn (ill) Powerful and exciting: here are seven inspiring stories about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from history. Amongst these are Patyegarang, a Darug woman who worked with a British officer of the First Fleet, teaching him words from local Aboriginal languages - together they made the first written record of any Aboriginal languages; Mohara Wacando-Lifu, a woman of Torres Strait Islander, Niue Islander and Papua New Guinea heritage and the first Indigenous woman to receive the Royal Humane Society's Gold Medal for bravery; Yarri and Jacky Jacky, who led the rescue of sixty-nine people during the Gundagai floods of 1852. 5-6 booklist |
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9507 : Home of the Kadimakara people by Trezise, Percy A Dreaming story retold. Jadianta, his sister Lande and brother Jalmor are fishing when a storm blows their walpa out into Balanorga, the great lake. A gentler wind blows them on shore and they must journey back to their people, the Kadimakara. 3-4 booklist |
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195 : Homelands and frontiers by Tucker, Alan Tracing the clashes between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the Europeans who tried to move them from their land. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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48838 : How frogmouth found her home by Kwaymullina, Ambelin Frogmouth isn't like the other birds. She doesn't want to live in the trees and is in search of something more. Frogmouth travels the land hunting for a new nesting place but nothing feels right. On her way, she helps other animals find their true homes, but still she searches for hers. K-2 booklist |
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113069 : How high can a kangaroo hop by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) Discover the lost monster kangaroos, how indigenous people hunted and used kangaroos, how to tell a kangaroo from a wallaby and what to do if you find a kangaroo by the side of a road. 5-6 booklist |
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5654 : How I go to school by Galleguillos, Sharon & Kelly, Perri-Ann Tom, Babia, Anabelle, Nicky and Luke talk about how they get to school. Includes great photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
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2267 : How the birds got their colours by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Albert, Mary (teller) Based on a story of the Bardi people in Western Australia. An Aboriginal story that explains the misadventure that led to the birds being so colourful. K-2 booklist |
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73826 : How the kangaroos got their tails by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Lirrmiyarri, George (teller) Told by George Lirrmiyarri of the Kija people to children living in Warmun, Western Australia. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. A battle of wits, between a hills kangaroo and a plains kangaroo over some bush honey, leads to an interesting outcome. 3-4 booklist |
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652725 : How to make a movie in 12 days by Hardy, Fiona Twelve days. Five kids. Many special effects. One giant mystery. Hayley Whelan has spent her whole life dreaming of making a horror movie - and not just the type of movie that kids make on their dodgy second-hand iPhones. When her grandma passes away, she inherits the money for a proper, grown-up camera. But before Hayley even calls 'Action!', strange things start happening... Someone is sabotaging Hayley's movie - but who? Why? And can Hayley finish her movie in time for the premiere? From Australia's brightest new middle-grade talent comes this love song to movies, friendship and the summer holidays. 5-6 booklist |
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952 : I love me by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin (ill) I love the way my heart knows best. I am me. A lively celebration of being and loving yourself. K-2 booklist |
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7093 : I open the door by Spinifex writing camp & James, Ann & Dreise, Gregg & Watson, Judy I Open the Door... contains nine interconnected stories, all of which begin and end with opening a door. The young author/illustrators at the 2016 Spinifex Writing Camp were encouraged to let their imaginations run wild, and the result is a book that will simply take your breath away. Prepare to be intrigued, surprised, fearful and delighted as you turn the pages to follow the adventures of what happens when a door is opened. 5-6 booklist |
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5214 : I remember by Crawford, Joanne & Jordinson, Kerry Anne (ill) I remember is an exquisite tale of memory. Set in the Geraldton area of Western Australia, an elderly woman remembers the camping trips of her childhood. As her recollections fade in and out, she is drawn to think about the elusiveness of what she can remember from so long ago. K-2 booklist |
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9250 : Idjhil by Bell, Helen The poignant story of a nine year old Aboriginal boy who was taught a traditional way of life until he was taken from his family, in accordance with the official government policy of the time. 7-9 booklist |
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11018 : If blood should stain the wattle by French, Jackie It's 1972 in Gibber's Creek, and across the nation, the catchcry is, 'It's time'. As political ideals drift from disaster to the dismissal, it's also time for Jed Kelly to choose between past love, Nicholas, the local Labor member, and Sam from the Halfway to Eternity commune. It's time too for Matilda Thompson to face her ghosts and the life that took a young girl from the slums of Grinder's Alley to being the formidable matriarch of Gibber's Creek. During this period of extraordinary social change and idealism, modern Australia would be born. And although the nation would dream of a better world, it would continue to struggle with opposing ideas of exactly what that better world might be. 7-9 booklist |
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1019764 : In my blood it runs by Hoosan, Dujuan & Anderson, Margaret & Turner, Carol & Douglas, Blak (ill) This is the story of Dujuan Hoosan, a 10-year-old Arrernte and Garawa boy. A wise, funny, cheeky boy. A healer. Out bush, his healing power (Ngangkere) is calm and straight. But in town, it's wobbly and wild, like a snake. He's in trouble at school, and with the police. He thinks there's something wrong with him. Dujuan's family knows what to do: they send him to live out bush, to learn the ways of the old people, and the history that runs straight into all Aboriginal people. So he can be proud of himself. 7-9 booklist |
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12210 : In Redfern by Gordon, Angelica & others Three young authors explore all their favourite places in the Sydney suburb of Redfern. K-2 booklist |
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94273 : In the bush by Anderson, L & Blackmore, E (adapt) & Kennedy, R (ill) This simple text lists common animals and birds of the Australian bush, followed by the same text presented as a play. 3-4 booklist |
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9525 : In your dreams by Morgan, Sally & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) Susie is searching for the meanings behind her dreams and Gran, in her wisdom, gently guides her in the right direction, emphasising the importance of Aboriginal kinship. 3-4 booklist |
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596 : Indigenous Australia by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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9303 : Indigenous language book by Various Students and parents may substitute reading or listening to a book in an indigenous language for a similar book on the Premier's Reading Challenge Kindergarten to Year 2 booklist. Older students may read an Indigenous language book as a personal choice. Topics /
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120133 : Indij sports report: XVIII Commonwealth Games, Melbourne by Leon, Emily & others & Quilliam, Wayne (ill) A scrapbook-style presentation of fascinating Commonwealth Games facts and photos, gathered by Aboriginal students. 5-6 booklist |
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2288 : Interrogation of Ashala Wolf, The by Kwaymullina, Ambelin Injured, vulnerable and with her powerful sleepwalker ability blocked, Ashala is forced to succumb to a machine which will pull secrets, about her tribe of illegals, from her mind, into the hands of a powerful Chief Administrator. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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5802 : It is a try! by Hirsch, Suzan In rugby league, scoring a try is the aim of the game. Find out how to score one and what happens then. K-2 booklist |
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793 : Jandamarra by Greenwood, Mark & Denton, Terry (ill) Set in the Kimberley region in north-west Australia, this is the story of a young warrior born to lead. To the settlers, he was an outlaw to be hunted. To the Bunuba, he was a courageous defender of his country. This story of conflict and divided loyalties gives a unique insight into an extraordinary man and a tragic but important part of Australia's history. 5-6 booklist |
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7048 : Japarrika by Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga & Lawrence, David & Ware, Shelley Kay-Bell loves to play footy. All she wants to do on the field is make her family and the Tiwi people proud. But when Aunty B gets in the way of her dream of kicking goals for the Tiwi Warriors, Kay-Bell must enlist the help of her friends and brother on a wild journey ...Will she survive the water buffaloes, dugongs, crocodiles and stormy weather to make it to the big game? 5-6 booklist |
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15146 : Jirrbal: rainforest Dreamtime stories by Barlow, Maisie (Yarrcali) & Anning, Michael (Boiyool) (ill) Aboriginal dreaming stories of the Jirrbal people. Contains factual narratives about the author's life and the rainforests of North Queensland. Traditional language words of the Jirrbal people are included. 5-6 booklist |
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657280 : JT: the making of a total legend: YA edition by Thurston, Jonathan & Phelps, James As a young Brisbane kid, Johnathan Thurston was written off as too skinny, too slow and too wild to play rugby league professionally. But he defied the odds to become one of the game's greatest players. In this young readers' edition of his bestselling autobiography, follow his journey from his debut with the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2003, to State of Origin star, and to total legend of the game. 7-9 booklist |
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16200 : Kakadu calling by Christophersen, Jane Garlil An elder of the Bunitz clan living in Kakadu National Park tells stories of children living in the far north. There is the story of Burrki, a ten year old boy living on his own in the wilderness, of two brothers who have a misadventure at sea and of Maidje and her cousins learning how to gather and cook food, even snakes. 5-6 booklist |
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58391 : Kangaroo and crocodile: my big book of Australian animals by Bancroft, Bronwyn Striking, lusciously-coloured, Indigenous illustrations celebrate our unique Australian animals and birds, from the lesser known fence skink to the mighty great white shark, from eagles to echidnas. K-2 booklist |
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8745 : Kangaroo and the porpoise by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Lippo, Agnes (teller) From the Larrakia and Waigite language groups. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. The kangaroo asks the porpoise to mind her baby. When the porpoise won't give the baby back, a fight ensues with interesting results. K-2 booklist |
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4559 : Kangaroos hop by Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) If you are very quiet, you'll see the kangaroos hop, the birds fly and the echidnas shuffle across the land and down to the water's edge, where a crocodile lies sleeping. Be very quiet now. K-2 booklist |
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2354 : Karana by Kirk, Uncle Joe & Casey, Greer & Harrold, Sandi (ill) These are my chicks, I love them a lot. I will stay with them, no matter what. K-2 booklist |
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14534 : Kerenza, a new Australian by Hawke, Rosanne In 1911, Kerenza's da (father) can no longer get work as a miner in Cornwall. She doesn't want to leave her village and take a ship to Australia but Kerenza can be brave for her dad's sake. Where he sees a farm, Kerenza and her Mam see endless mallee scrub, flies and hard work. It's almost too much to bear but the Mallee has its own beauty, and family and new-found friends might just make it her home. 5-6 booklist |
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8130 : Kick it to me by McMullin, Neridah & Hudson, Peter (ill) This is an illustrated, historical account of Tom Wills who was the principal founder of Australian Rules Football. Tom was inspired by the game of Marn-grook, a game played by the people of the Djab Wurrung tribe of the Gariwerd Grampions in Victoria, near the town of Moyston, where Tom spent his boyhood in the early 1840s. K-2 booklist |
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5248 : Kick with my left foot by Seden, Paul & Briggs, Karen (ill) I pull the sock on my left foot. I pull the sock on my right foot. I lace up the boot on my left foot. I lace up the boot on my right foot. It's time for footy. K-2 booklist |
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32306 : Kicking goals with Goodesy and Magic by Heiss, Anita & Goodes, Adam & O'Loughlin, Michael Australian Football League (AFL) legends, Adam Goodes and Michael O'Loughlin, are blood brothers and great mates. They are also two of the best footballers ever to play for the Sydney Swans. Between them, they played over six hundred and fifty games, and kicked over nine hundred goals. Find out what Goodesy and Magic were like when they were kids, what kind of scrapes they got into at school, and what it was like to go from being normal teenagers to AFL superstars. 3-4 booklist |
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815756 : Kindred by Saunders, Kirli This is the breaking, the shattering, the smattering of every limit ever accepted or imposed... Kindred, Kirli Saunders debut poetry collection, is a pleasure to lose yourself in. Kirli has a keen eye for observation, humour and big themes that surround Love/Connection/Loss in an engaging style, complemented by evocative and poignant imagery. It talks to identity, culture, community and the role of Earth as healer. Kindred has the ability to grab hold of the personal in the universal and reflect this back to the reader. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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751029 : Kookaburra by Saxby, Claire & Harricks, Tannya (ill) Kookaburra, her mate, and three children spend the day hunting for food, protecting their territory, and preparing for another nesting season. Spend the day learning about some of the habits of the laughing kookaburra and enjoying the beautiful oil paintings of life by the river. 3-4 booklist |
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21860 : Kookoo Kookaburra by Dreise, Gregg Kookoo, a kind and well-loved kookaburra, is famous for entertaining the other bush creatures with his funny stories about them, without hurting their feelings. But, when Kookoo turns to teasing about his friends' differences, he alienates them until he finds himself alone and ignored. Kookoo is forced to remember his uncle's wise words and change his ways. K-2 booklist |
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9468 : Kupi-kupi and the girl by Burton, Daphne Punytjina A traditional, oral story of the Areyonga community (text in English and Pitjantjatjara). A young girl who likes to chase the kupi-kupi (willy willy) is sucked up into one. She ends up captured by a wanampi (water snake). A daring rescue saves her. 3-4 booklist |
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1743 : Lake Mungo: our story by Mitchell, J & McDougall, W The spectacular scenery around Lake Mungo, at Willandra Lakes Region in south-west NSW, is described and its problems such as soil erosion are discussed. Accompanied by beautiful black and white photography. 5-6 booklist |
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640229 : Land of the Echidna people by Trezise, Percy & Lavis, Mary (ill) Jadianta, Lande and Jalmor, children of the Kadimakara People, are lost - swept away from their home by a fierce storm. The children are now in the land of the Flying-fox people, a place filled with many brave warriors who are friends of the Kadimakara People, and home to the children's aunt, Kylie. But when Lande is bitten by a snake, it is fortunate that the children are reunited with their aunt as she helps to heal Lande's snake bite and prepare the children for the rest of their adventurous journey. 3-4 booklist |
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669522 : Landing with wings by Balla, Trace Miri has been on the move with her mother. She is trying to fit in and find her way in a new land. It's time to move again, she is going to miss the place she has been calling home. She arrives in her new house and discovers a new community, a new home, a new school and finds her way in this wonderful new land. She loves the natural world around her and learns from her neighbours and friends about the land and its animals and the local people who have lived here for thousands of years. Will this be the place that she can finally call home? 3-4 booklist |
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15424 : Last muster, The by Norrington, Leonie Shane's family lives on a remote station. Most of the Aboriginal people have been driven off but Red and her grandfather remain. All risk losing their homes when a big company wants to combine five stations. Strong language used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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18491 : Leah Purcell (Aussie Stars) by McCallum, Grant A brief biography on Leah Purcell's childhood and rise to become a well-known Australian actor. 5-6 booklist |
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13240 : Legends of League: Stories of community by Gott, Robert & Hirsch, Suzan Meet three first grade National Rugby League (NRL) players who share their experiences of growing up in diverse communities, and see how they give back to those communities. 5-6 booklist |
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5996 : Legends of League: Stories of cultural diversity by Brasch, Nicolas & Hirsch, Suzan Meet three first grade National Rugby League (NRL) players from diverse cultural backgrounds. Find out how their heritage has influenced their lives and their sporting careers. 5-6 booklist |
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7059 : Legends of Moonie Jarl, The by Jarls, Moonie (Wilf Reeves) & Wandi (Miller, Olga) (ill) The book tells the stories of the Butchulla people, the Indigenous people of Fraser Island and the Fraser Coast, Queensland. Published in 1964, it was the first Aboriginal children's book to be published and was written and designed by Butchulla siblings Moonie Jarl (Wilf Reeves) and Wandi (Olga Miller), both of whom have since passed away. The Legends of Moonie Jarl gives a deeper understanding and appreciation of Butchulla culture among the broader community, and contributes to community pride locally. 7-9 booklist |
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8754 : Let's dance by Park, Louise Along with art, music and song, dance is an important part of Indigenous Australian culture. Dance has always been used to tell a story. NAISDA College is a great place to start to learn about Indigenous culture and dance. 7-9 booklist |
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9600 : Lighthouse kids, The by Chase, Diana Ellie and Davey have lost their mother and have been sent to live with a grandfather. In his attic, they discover somethingthat beloged to their mother, This leads to an adventure, involving unscrupulous seal hunters and mysterious caves. 5-6 booklist |
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58837 : Lilli and her shadow by Dudgeon, Pat & Laura & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) & Morgan, Sally (ed) Lilli's family is moving from the bush to the city and Lilli is sure she'll be horribly lonely. She'll miss the mangoes, she'll miss her cousins and, most of all, she'll miss her Nan. But, Nan sends a special friend south with Lilli, a secret Shadow to look after her. And, Lilli discovers life in the city isn't so bad after all. Topics /
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884160 : Little Ash Friendship fix-it! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash can't wait to play tennis with the big kids at school today! But when James's big school project breaks, Ash has to decide whether to help her friend fix his project at lunchtime, or play the game she loves. What will she do? Topics /
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884161 : Little Ash Goal getter! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash loves playing sport, but when she loses the lunchtime touch footy match, it sends her into a spin. What if she can't win anything ever again? Ash knows the answer. If she never plays anything again, then she won't have to lose! Will Ash quit sport for good? Topics /
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930416 : Little Ash Lost luck! by Barty, Ash & McGauchey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jane (ill) Ash has a fun hockey game coming up, but on the day of the match she wakes up on the wrong side of bed. Everything seems too hard, and Ash just can't seem to look on the bright side. Will she let her miserable mood ruin her day? Topics /
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917356 : Little Ash Party problem! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash and James have been invited to their friend's birthday. It's a fancy-dress party and of course, Ash is dressed as a tennis player! But when Ash loses her favourite tennis racquet, she is so worried. Even with James's help, will she ever find it? Topics /
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887255 : Little Ash Perfect match! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Australian tennis superstar Ash Barty teams up with Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin to bring young readers this fun and exciting new illustrated series about school, sport, friendship and family. Ash loves to play sport. She's tried karate, softball, netball and gymnastics. But none of those sports give her that tingly feeling, the one where you know it's something you'll absolutely love to do. How will Ash ever choose? Topics /
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1019694 : Little Ash Puppy playtime! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash is so excited to get a NEW PUPPY! He is full of energy and ready to play, but every game Ash chooses ends in disaster! Whatever will Ash do? Topics /
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1019683 : Little Ash Sports carnival! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash LOVES tennis. So when it's the school sports carnival, Ash wishes she was playing tennis instead. Will Ash find her school spirit and help her team win the day? Topics /
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884152 : Little Ash Tennis rush! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) It's the day of the tennis tournament and Ash is so excited to compete! But Ash forgets her favourite hat, there's a flat tyre and Ash wonders how they will ever get there! Will Ash arrive in time for her big match? Topics /
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587869 : Little bird's day by Morgan, Sally & Warrkatja Malibirr, Johnny (ill) A day in the life of Little Bird as she sings the world alive, flies with Cloud, travels with Wind, nestles with Moon and dreams of flying among the stars. 5-6 booklist |
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2321 : Little fullas rap at the games by Prior, Chasity & McIntosh, Kelli & Hughes, Sharon A group of Aboriginal children rap and chant their way through a day at the Melbourne Commonwealth Games, and learn about their culture from their Elders. 5-6 booklist |
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9227 : Livewire investigates Aboriginal studies: traditional technologies by Cahir, Sandra In Indigenous peoples' culture, technology means making tools and other useful things from natural materials such as wood, stone and animals' skins. Find out about traditional technologies, thousands of years old, that are used for fishing, hunting and preparing food. 5-6 booklist |
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723904 : Living on stolen land by Kwaymullina, Ambelin Living on Stolen Land is a prose-styled look at our colonial-settler present. A perceptive and thoughtful examination of the colonial contextual history of Australia. It pulls apart the myths at the heart of our nationhood, and challenges Australia to come to terms with its own past and its place within and on Indigenous Countries. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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8501 : Locked out by Roberts, Renee & Maris, Sarah & Stewart, Tammie & Leffler, David (ill) More of an after-school story than a school story. Three sisters believe they are locked out of home at three o'clock. A humorous look at a potentially disastrous dilemma. 3-4 booklist |
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63650 : Look see, look at me by Norrington, Leonie & Huxley, Dee (ill) Rhyming text and flowing illustrations capture the exuberance of a little boy who feels so big at three. K-2 booklist |
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990355 : Looking after Country with fire: Aboriginal burning knowledge with Uncle Kuu by Steffensen, Victor & Steffensen, Sandra (ill) For thousands of years, First Nations people have listened and responded to the land and made friends with fire, using this knowledge to encourage plants and seeds to flourish, and creating beautiful places for both animals and people to live. Join Uncle Kuu as he takes us out on Country and explains cultural burning. Featuring stunning artwork by Sandra Steffensen, this is a powerful and timely story of understanding Australia's ecosystems through Indigenous fire management, and a respectful way forward for future generations to help manage our landscapes. 5-6 booklist |
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1676 : Loongie the greedy crocodile by Dann, Lucy & Kiefer & Houston, Bronwyn (ill) Loongie is a saltwater crocodile who lives among the mangroves in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia. Loongie has no friends and no-one goes near the creek when he's around. 3-4 booklist |
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2326 : Lost girl, The by Kwaymullina, Ambelin & Tobin, Leanne (ill) The little girl has lost her way, wandering away from the Mothers, the Aunties and the Grandmothers. Find out which animal will show her the way home. 3-4 booklist |
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6793 : Lucky and Spike by MacDonald, Norma Spinifex hopping mice, Lucky and Spike, dodge a greedy cat and a hungry owl in this risky night-time adventure! K-2 booklist |
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4455 : Lucky Thamu by Kickett-Tucker, Cheryl & Tucker, Jaylon & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) These school holidays, Eli is going by himself to visit his much-loved Thamu (grandfather), who lives near the goldfields. They're going camping and prospecting, and Eli will listen to Thamu's stories and learn about country. But, when they camp to speck for gold, Eli seems more interested in chasing a white rabbit. Topics /
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15148 : Luurnpa: the magical kingfisher by Napangarti, Bai Bai & Nicholls, Christine (ed) A dreamtime narrative belonging to the Kukatja people of how Luurnpa rescues people from a drought and takes them to the country they now call home. Includes background notes and a map of the region. K-2 booklist |
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31810 : M is for mutiny: History by alphabet by Dickson, John & Emmerichs, Bern (ill) A taste of the intriguing history of Australia and the many entry points for readers to explore further. In the late 18th century, ragtag groups of Europeans started to arrive in Australia. Most were convicts, some were soldiers, a few had just run out of choices. They blundered onto an ancient land that had been peopled for 60,000 years. They wanted to make it just like home. They cleared the land, they fenced it, they paved it, and they put buildings on it. All the while, the country's first peoples watched on, bewildered by these clumsy immigrants and their mysterious ways. Why did Sir Joseph Banks hate bananas? Did anyone like William Bligh? Who's afraid of Pemulwuy? 5-6 booklist |
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6798 : Mad magpie by Dreise, Gregg The cheeky butcher birds always tease Guluu and he's becoming a very mad magpie. When Guluu heeds the advice of his Elders and ignores the birds, they just laugh at him. But, Guluu tries again and, this time, he stands proudly at the riverbank and remembers how he used to sing when he was having a bad day. Winner Book of the Year Award Speech Pathology Australia 2018 (Indigenous Children Category) K-2 booklist |
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22563 : Magic fair, The by Morgan, Sally & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) The magic fair has a lot more than just fairy floss and fun rides, it has cakes that jump and pies that fly. Enter but beware. Kayla and her cousin, Phil, soon find out that not all the surprises are nice ones. When Phil is mean to Kayla, the fair takes matters into its own hands in a very unusual way. Topics /
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4818 : Magpie learns a lesson by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Erzinger, Tania (ill) Magpie is cross because she can't fly like her friend, Brown Falcon. She thinks of mean tricks that will make Brown Falcon look silly. But, Magpie goes too far and finds out just how much friends need each other. K-2 booklist |
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782157 : Main Abija / My Grandad by Rogers, Karen A tribute to a much-loved grandfather, celebrating First Nations Australian culture, country and the circle of life. Told in Kriol and English. 'This book has the memories I had of my grandfather from when I was small until he left us. He taught me many things about culture and country. I'm happy to pass this story on to my family and to put it in this book.' Topics /
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871556 : Maku by Wyatt, Meyne Maku is a proud, young Indigenous Australian who is always on the move. He looks to his culture, family and the world around him for new and old ideas to put into his movie plan for his homework project. Topics /
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47271 : Mallee Boys by Archbold, Charlie Sandy Douglas knows that life at fifteen is hard - his mother died a year ago and his 18-year old brother, Red, has gone off the rails. As Sandy and Red deal with girls, friendship and their futures on their Mallee farm, both boys have to figure out who they want to be without their mum around. One thing is certain - the Mallee, where they live, may seem like the middle of nowhere, but it is going to be one hell of a year. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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7272 : Mallee sky by Toering, Jodi & Harricks, Tannya An extremely timely and beautiful picture book about the effects of drought and climate change in the Mallee. The first people of the land call the Mallee "Nowie". It means sunset country. When the sun goes down the red heat of the day bleeds into the sky and sets it on fire. Drought and rain -- life under a Mallee Sky. This poetic text by emerging author Jodi Toering is beautifully accompanied by lush oil paintings by fine artist and illustrator Tannya Harricks. K-2 booklist |
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17039 : Malu kangaroo by Morecroft, Judith & Bancroft, Bronwyn Malu kangaroo came to the seaside, made the first surfboard for the children and taught them how to ride it. It is his gift to all children who love the sea in this modern Dreamtime style story. K-2 booklist |
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18038 : Mandawuy Yunupingu by Hall, Beth The story of a respected indigenous role model, Mandawuy Yunupingu, who has been a school principal and a rock star. Includes great photos, a glossary and a personal profile. 3-4 booklist |
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248 : Mandawuy Yunupingu (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant A former Australian of the Year, Mandawuy Yunupingu, leads the band, Yothu Yindi. 5-6 booklist |
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1814 : Maralinga's long shadow by Mattingley, Christobel Yvonne Edwards, a highly respected Aboriginal artist and community leader, was just six years old when the first bombs of the nuclear tests at Maralinga were detonated in Australia in 1956. The tests continued until 1963 and their consequences profoundly affected her family and the community. 7-9 booklist |
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97658 : Maralinga: the Anangu story by Mattingley, Christobel & Yalata and Oak Valley community & Yalata and Oak Valley communities (ill) In words and pictures, Yalata and Oak Valley community members, with author Christobel Mattingley, describe what happened in the Maralinga Tjarutja lands of South Australia, before the bombs and after. 5-6 booklist |
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15426 : Mark of the Wagarl, The by Little, Lorna & Lyndon, Janice (ill) The story tells of the travels and responsibilities of Wagarl, the big boss of all snakes, and how he keeps the waterways clean in Noongar country. 3-4 booklist |
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6557 : Matty forever by Fensham, Elizabeth Bill and Matty are neighbours and best friends. They share their deepest secrets and lean on each other when things aren't right at home. Bill misses his father and is having a hard time at his new school. Matty is realising that her family is not quite the same as everyone else's. When a new girl decides she wants Bill all to herself, Bill and Matty discover what true friendship means. Some derogatory language used in context. 5-6 booklist |
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2971 : Matty's comeback by Heiss, Anita Matty loves football. He's South Sydney's number one fan and the star scorer in his own local team. He knows he can help his team to the semifinals and beyond. But, things don't go to plan and now it seems Matty won't be able to help his team to victory after all. But, help can come from surprising places and people. 3-4 booklist |
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253 : Maybe tomorrow by McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori In this story of reconciliation and courage, Boori is determined to carry on his late brother's tradition of storytelling and performing. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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46159 : Me and my dad by Morgan, Sally & Ottley, Mathew A son hero worships his brave father and loves spending a day at the beach with him. But, sometimes even the bravest of the brave need a helping hand. Fabulous illustrations with interesting use of perspective. 3-4 booklist |
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12105 : Me and my mum by Heiss, Anita & Davis, Jay (ill) A young Koori girl and her Mum shop, eat, work and dance together. A positive look at the everyday life of a mother and daughter. K-2 booklist |
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15517 : Me and Priscilla get ready by Schreiber, Aunty Deanna & Roberts, Rochelle & Luxton, Peter A day in the life of a little girl and her sequinned snake, Priscilla. K-2 booklist |
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3828 : Meet Captain Cook by Murdie, Rae & Nixon, Chris (ill) Captain James Cook was an explorer in the British Royal Navy. In 1768, Cook and his crew on the HMB Endeavour set sail from England in search of new lands and scientific knowledge. They discovered the east coast of New Holland (Australia) and claimed it for the King of England in1788. 5-6 booklist |
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58168 : Meet Poppy by Wang, Gabrielle & Masciullo, Lucia (ill) It's 1864 and Poppy, an eleven year old girl, is raised in Bird Creek Mission near Echuca by the rather stern Mother Hangtree. When Poppy's brother escapes to strike it rich in the gold fields, Poppy disguises herself as a boy and sets out to find him. Along the way, she befriends and is aided by a series of characters, including an Irish bullocky, a feral dog and the feared bushranger, Harry Power. 5-6 booklist |
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13268 : Memory shed, The by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel Annie is helping Grandma clear out her old shed for a garage sale. There are many dusty old things, long forgotten and unused. But, they hold special memories for Grandma. And, it seems the shed has something to say and it wants Grandma and Annie to listen. 3-4 booklist |
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256 : Michael O'Loughlin (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant Michael O'Loughlin takes us on a guided tour of the Sydney Swans. Interesting information about the team, the game and about Michael. Exciting pages and great sports photography increase the impact of the text. 5-6 booklist |
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14977 : Michael O'Loughlin: inside the Sydney Swans (An Indij sport report) by Hall, Tammy & others Two students and a teacher from Doonside Technology High school interview the talented AFL player, Michael O'Loughlin, who plays for the Sydney Swans. 5-6 booklist |
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9318 : Mighty Murray, The by Nicholson, John Australia's greatest river system now and then, with many stories about the people who lived on or in the Murray Valley. Includes archaeological finds, Aboriginal legends, riverboat traders and dam engineers. 7-9 booklist |
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9378 : Min Min, The by Kelly, Joy & Russell, Shane The warm and humorous story of a family in an isolated community. Dad tells lots of scary stories but one night he scares himself. 3-4 booklist |
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7045 : Moli det bigibigi (Molly the pig) by Manbulloo, Karen Written in Kriol and English, this is the story of Molly, a little pig who is rescued from the bush. She's taken back to the community where she finds a happy home. Happy that is apart from the local dogs who keep chasing and frightening her. Moli is greatly loved in her community but what she loves most is Weet Bix. She loves it so much that it's not too long before little Moli is a very big pig indeed. So big, she now chases and frightens the local dogs. All in good fun, of course. Topics /
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578085 : Monster party by The Children of Rawa Community School & Lester, Alison & Godwin, Jane Monsters have a party at Dora Lake and go galumphing all over the place. K-2 booklist |
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3569 : Moonstone promise by Wood, Karen After a harsh childhood spent in foster care, Luke finally feels at home on Harry's farm, working with horses. But, when Harry dies, Luke has a bitter falling out with the people around him and takes off, leaving everything behind. Luke is searching for brumbies and finds himself camped by the river with three Aboriginal elders. 5-6 booklist |
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2937 : More than gold by Heffernan, John As thirteen year old Bosnian refugee, Raiko, trains with an Aboriginal mate, Jay, his Olympic dream quickly draws both the local doctor and soccer coach to his side. 7-9 booklist |
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4473 : Mrs White and the red desert by Boyle, Josie & Prewett, Maggie (ill) Mrs White was in the higgledy-piggledy garden. Suddenly billowing over the hill came a big red sand storm. K-2 booklist |
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2886 : Mrs Whitlam by Pascoe, Bruce & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) Marnie Clark adores horses and helps out at the local riding stables. She dreams of owning a horse but her Dad is out of work and the family is very poor. Through sad circumstances, Marnie is gifted Mrs Margaret Whitlam, a beautiful Clydesdale, who is bold, fearless and able to jump anything. From the very first ride, Marnie and Maggie get more adventure than they bargained for. Soon, Marnie is learning to negotiate newfound friendships, the pony club and how to stand up for what she believes in. 5-6 booklist |
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12129 : Ms Johnstone to the rescue by King, Karla When a dog fight threatens the playground, the other teachers are not very helpful but Ms Johnstone saves the day. K-2 booklist |
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21341 : Mum Shirl by Lau, Karen The story of Mum Shirl, an Australian Indigenous woman, who unselfishly helped Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people. Includes great photographs, newspaper clippings and a biography. 3-4 booklist |
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660690 : Mum's elephant by Jipyiliya Nampijinpa O'Keefe, Maureen & Booth, Christina (ill) What is your greatest treasure? This is the story of a mother who treasured her very 'special' elephant. K-2 booklist |
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5760 : My Australia by Murphy, Julie & Fleming, Garry (ill) This is my country...this is my home. Come on a poetic journey that celebrates the beauty and diversity of Australia's landscapes. Relish the visual delights of our continent - from dry deserts to lush rain forests, high mountains to stormy seashores, and winding rivers to fertile swamp lands - all the magical places that are my Australia. K-2 booklist |
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3047 : My Australian story: A tale of two families, The diary of Jan Packard, Melbourne, 1974 by Pausacker, Jenny Set in the seventies, Jan Packard is a Melbourne thirteen year old growing up in changing times. She discovers the sexual revolution, politics, the anti-Vietnam moratorium, the impact of war service, boys and that parents are fallible and human. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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4189 : My Australian story: Our race for reconciliation by Heiss, Anita It's 2000 and the Olympics are going to be held in Australia. In a year of surprises, enthusiastic runner Mel finds out that her hero Cathy Freeman is coming to talk at her school, and her family is heading to Sydney! It becomes an unforgettable journey to Corroboree 2000, bringing together all Australians as they march and sing to celebrate Australia's Indigenous heritage, and to acknowledge past wrongs. 5-6 booklist |
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461 : My Australian story: Who am I, The diary of Mary Talence, Sydney 1937 by Heiss, Anita Mary is ten when she begins to write in her diary. She documents her life as an Aboriginal child who was taken from her natural parents and raised by a non-Aboriginal foster family. Mary doesn't fit in and starts to question why. 7-9 booklist |
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60633 : My community is La Perouse by Galleguillos, Sharon Bradley takes us on a tour of his home suburb, La Perouse. Includes great photos, maps and extra information about the local history and places of interest. 3-4 booklist |
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642921 : My culture and me by Dreise, Gregg Feel the rhythm of the music, from your heart down to your feet. Enjoy the movements of melodies, as clapsticks keep a strong beat. This is my culture. This is me. Topics /
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903365 : My deadly boots by Merrison, Carl & Hustler, Hakea & Samantha, Campbell (ill) Spikes on the bottom boots, my favourite colour boots, making me too deadly. Can the shoes on your feet really make you jump higher? Walk taller? Dream bigger? A joyous, empowering story about finding confidence within yourself, boots or no boots, Topics /
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3598 : My father's shadow by Jones, Jannali Kaya is completing her HSC when she is woken in the middle of the night by her mother. They are to pack immediately and go to their holiday home in the Blue Mountains. Her father is not coming back, after giving evidence against some dangerous criminals in court. Months later, they are still in hiding and the mysteries are multiplying. Kaya is not sure who to trust: her mother'd new friend, the policeman or her new friend, Eric, from the local store. She is also recovering from memory loss caused by PTSD after a chilling encounter with the criminals. She is seeing a psychologist in an attempt to recall the evidence she might have to give in a forthcoming trial. Will she remember - and what dangers will her memories lead to? Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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266 : My girragundji by McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori Monty When a boy has bullies, a scary monster lurking about at night, and a strange noise outside his window to contend with, the last thing he expects is for a little green tree frog to be his saviour. But he names the frog Girragundji and together they learn how to be brave and face the world together. 7-9 booklist |
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18584 : My home in Kakadu by Christophersen, Jane & Christophersen, Christine (ill) Respected elder, Jane Christophesen, reveals the beauty of the changing seasons in Kakadu National Park to her granddaughter, Tarrah, as Tarrah and her family collect bush tucker, hunt and fish. 3-4 booklist |
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51414 : My island home by Murray, Neil & children from Papunya & Galiwinku (ill) & Hudson Peter (ill) Everyone who loves Australia can appreciate the beauty and diversity of our wonderful country, shown through Neil Murray's song lyrics and beautiful landscape illustrations by the school children of the Kintore and Galiwinku communities. 5-6 booklist |
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569140 : My outback childhood: Growing up in the Territory by Tapp Coutts, Toni Toni Tapp Coutts was raised on a remote cattle station in the Northern Territory. Her descriptions of life on the land, battling snakes, spiders and goannas as well as the weather will enthrall readers. 5-6 booklist |
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269 : My place by Morgan, Sally An autobiography of three generations of Sally Morgan's Aboriginal family that traces her search for identity. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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270 : My place by Wheatley, Nadia & Rawlins, Donna (ill) Using maps, the author traces the history of one special Australian neighbourhood back two hundred years. 5-6 booklist |
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877964 : My spare heart by Thomas, Jared Phoebe's non-Indigenous mother, a busy event manager, and her father, an Aboriginal man and uni lecturer, have split up and she's moved to sleepy old Willunga with him and his new health-obsessed girlfriend. It's only a few kilometres from Phoebe's old friends and the city, but it feels like another world. Her new school is full of hippies, but some of the kids are cool and the local basketball team is tight, and before long Phoebe's fitting in. But as her mum becomes increasingly unreliable, Phoebe's grades begin to suffer, her place on the basketball team is under threat and her worries spiral out of control. Phoebe can't tell her friends and is worried her dad will get angry, but pretending everything is fine is breaking her heart. How can she help her mum without tearing her family apart? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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7047 : Mystery at Manyallaluk by Manyallaluk School When all the pawpaws go missing from a pawpaw tree in the school garden, and then all the bananas from the banana trees too, each student at Manyallaluk School has a theory. It has to be the crows! Or could it be wild pigs? Or even an emu? Who or what is stealing fruit from their beautiful garden? How will the mystery be solved? 5-6 booklist |
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15513 : Nan and dad and me at the zoo by Russelly, Dylan & McDougall, Wendy (phot) A young boy spends the day at the zoo with his father and grandmother. Photographs support the text and provide lots of additional information about Taronga Zoo and some of its inhabitants. K-2 booklist |
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6881 : Nanberry: black brother white by French, Jackie In 1789, the new colony in Sydney is established. Nanberry is an Aboriginal boy who is raised by Surgeon John White and witnesses the struggles of the colonists to survive in the wilderness. Follow Nanberry and his white brother as they make their way in the world, as well as the young convict woman who becomes a lady in her own right. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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15355 : Nardika learns to make a spear by Fry, Chris With his father's help, Nandika, an Aboriginal boy, learns how to make a chittabutta, a fishing spear, so he can catch his own fish. 3-4 booklist |
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275 : Nearest the whiteman gets, The by Robinson, Roland A collection of narratives retelling Aboriginal traditions are written by a non-Aboriginal poet who was made a member of Aboriginal language groups in two Australian states. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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732 : New nation 1901-1919 by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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5099 : New South Wales by Tan, Linsie Dip into fascinating facts all about New South Wales. Did you know that there are about 100 plants and animals in NSW that are endangered or that people from over 220 countries live in NSW? Read these and many more interesting facts about NSW in this fascinating book. 5-6 booklist |
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21238 : Nganga: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander words and phrases by Muir, Aunty Fay & Lawson, Sue Written by Aunty Fay Muir, an Elder and Traditional Owner of Boon Wurrung Country. She is the senior linguist at the Victorian Aboriginal Corporation for Languages in Melbourne. This collection of definitions, words and phrases is titled Nganga, which is defined on page 84 as "a word from Boon Wurrung language, meaning to see and understand". 7-9 booklist |
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15152 : Ngay janijirr ngank - this is my word by Williams, Magdalene & Torres, Pat (ed) Raised in Beagle Bay mission, Magdalene had been exposed to her traditional culture by her elders. Her account of the coming of the missionaries, and the resulting destruction of law and culture, is interwoven with the poetry of Nyulnyul stories. 5-6 booklist |
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7088 : Nginingawila Ngirramini: Our story by Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga Nginingawila Ngirramini - Tiwi language for 'Our Story' - is a celebration of pride and a window into the lives of nine talented, intelligent and funny teenage girls from the Tiwi Islands. In this collection of inspiring pieces, the girls share stories about their heroes, their sacred places and the happiest moments of their lives. 5-6 booklist |
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772895 : Night ride into danger by French, Jackie Jem's dad drove the Cobb and Co mail coaches between Braidwood and Goulburn, it was dark and dangerous work. They only drove at night, but sometimes Paw let Jem take the reins. This was a difficult job with 5 horses up front and passengers in the carriage. Tonight, was going to be an even more interesting drive - although they didn't know that. Jem was sitting on top of the carriage with his Paw, the mail had been packed, a mystery passenger was on board, an extremely heavy trunk too as well as all sorts of obstacles along the way. What were the secrets the passengers on this particular coach ride hiding? 5-6 booklist |
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16016 : Night they stormed Eureka, The by French, Jackie It's 1854 and the Ballarat goldfields are a place of dreams and rebellion as Sam, a homeless teenager, is called back to the past. As the summer days get hotter and the miners protests are ignored, Sam experiences at first-hand the power of a united stand which will change her life forever. 5-6 booklist |
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877875 : Ninni Yabini by Kicket-Tucker, Cheryl & Waigana, Tyrown (ill) Yabini chased a willy wagtail and before long she was far from home. Then she saw a little star shining brightly... Yabini baal djidi djidi moodoonginy wer boordawan Yabini baal bookootj woorar boolyaka koolark. Ali Yabini baal nyit djina kanagoor djinaang... This book is written in English and Noogar" K-2 booklist |
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4574 : No way Yirrikipayi by Milikapiti School, Melville Island & Lester, Alison Yirrikipayi, the crocodile, is hungry. He goes hunting, chasing animals in the sea and on the land. Meet the animals and learn their Tiwi Island names. K-2 booklist |
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282 : Nova Peris-Kneebone (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant The first Aboriginal Olympic gold medallist, Nova Peris Kneebone's rise to fame is the subject of this book. 5-6 booklist |
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643305 : NRL lunchbox by Hirsch, Suzan Using the club mascots and various Rugby League players and captains, these books will allow readers to read about Rugby League and their favourite clubs and players, whilst engaging with text and practicing reading strategies. K-2 booklist |
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5688 : Nyuntu Ninti: what you should know by Randall, Bob & Hogan, Melanie (ill) In this beautiful, photographic book for young children, Bob Randall explains, in a simple but effective way, the Anangu people's relationship to all that is around them, and why we must learn to care for the Earth, its plants and its creatures. 3-4 booklist |
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568903 : Off the track by Burne, Cristy Harry is reluctantly hiking the Bibbulmun track with his mother, her friend Ana and Ana's daughter Deepika. at first all he thinks about are snakes, spiders and insects in the bush and no mobile phones. Then, just as he starts to enjoy himself Harry discovers that things can go really wrong in the bush. 5-6 booklist |
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783573 : Off we go around Australia by Harvey, Roland From the tip of the Top End to way out west, Australia is packed with magical things to see and do. So off we go! Sailing and surfing, caving and kayaking, camping under big skies and exploring underground. Join the madness of these family holidays 3-4 booklist |
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9332 : Okra and Acacia: the story of the wattle pattern plate by Hathorn, Libby & Stoddart, Brigitte (ill) A beautifully written, romantic story, weaving Aboriginal myth with ancient folklore. 5-6 booklist |
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16096 : Old Tucker Man by Austin, Debbie For many thousands of years, Kirrae Whurron men prided themselves on being able to hunt and provide game food for their families and communities. When the land was taken from them, their food source was replaced by European farming animals. 3-4 booklist |
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18653 : On country: stories of Nyrlotte by Doyle, Fiona & Doyle, Lionel (ill) A delightful story, set in Cape York, focuses on the relationship between a young Aboriginal girl, Nyrlotte, and her strong grandmother. Granny knows all the stories and can sing a cyclone away, and Nyrlotte knows she should always listen to her Granny's warnings. But listening isn't always Nyrlotte's strong point. 5-6 booklist |
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4710 : On the way to Nana's by Haji-Ali, Frances & Haji-Ali, Lindsay & Hardy, David (ill) I'm on the way to Nana's house, what will I see! K-2 booklist |
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760340 : Once there was a boy by Leffler, Dub This is the story of a young boy living alone on an island. When a mysterious girl finds him and starts eating his food and using his things without asking, he feels annoyed and angry. However, he soon learns the importance of friendship and forgiveness when feelings are unintentionally hurt by our friends. 3-4 booklist |
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949389 : Open your heart to Country by Seymour, Jasmine Told in English and Darug, Open Your Heart to Country is a moving account of reconnection to Country from a First Nations perspective. Sharing the nourishing power of returning home and being immersed in the language of Country, this picture book invites readers to reflect on the importance of place, not only for First Nations' peoples but for everyone. 3-4 booklist |
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112070 : Other side, The by Morgan, Sally & Culkin-Lawrence, Teresa (ill) Alex has a really embarrassing, tree-hugging grandfather that he does not want to be filmed next to by the national news crew. But Alex can learn a lot from Gramps about the rabbit proof fence and from his special friends in the Australian bush. 3-4 booklist |
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8382 : Our Aunty Sharon by Prior, Chasity & Karen Briggs (ill) Popular Sharon is one deadly relative, a proud and gregarious Aunty to all the mob. 5-6 booklist |
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846259 : Our country: Ancient wonders by Greenwood, Mark & Lessac, Frane (ill) Adventure is out there....Our country is calling. Journey through time in search of Australia's ancient wonders. Discover dinosaur trails and fossil-filled caves. Climb ice age peaks. wander in a maze of prehistoric domes. Explore lava tubes and meteorite craters. With each vibrant fact-filled page of this unique book, readers will visit different natural wonders across all states and territories. See the prehistoric beasts that roamed the land in Winton, venture through the lava-formed caves at Undara, experience the fiery glow of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, and more! 3-4 booklist |
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936876 : Our dreaming by Saunders, Kirli & Leffler, Dub (ill) Goodjagah, little one, walk with me... I want to tell you our Dreaming as the Elders told it to me. Topics /
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5500 : Our home is dirt by sea by Bates, Dianne (ed) Poetry is magical and funny, and tells stories about life. This collection includes forty-five different kinds of poems, by thirty-five Australian poets. They share, reveal and confess parts of their life experiences in passionate, angry, absurd, moving and hilarious ways. 5-6 booklist |
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875694 : Our Home, Our Heartbeat by Briggs, Adam & Moon, Kate & Sarra, Rachael (ill) Adapted from Briggs' celebrated song 'The Children Came Back', Our Home, Our Heartbeat is a celebration of past and present Indigenous legends, as well as emerging generations, and at its heart honours the oldest continuous culture on earth. Topics /
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2276 : Our island by Lester, Alison; Honey, Elizabeth & the Gununa children Our island lies beneath a big blue sky, surrounded by the turquoise sea. Turtles glide through the clear salt water and dugongs graze on banks of seagrass. 3-4 booklist |
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7296 : Our pet pelican by Mook, Carol & Mooka, Laura (ill) An adventure story about a family getting a new pet but there are hidden dangers. Based on an event that really happened during Carol and Laura's childhood in the Torres Strait Island community on Prince of Wales Island, near Thursday Island. 3-4 booklist |
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15511 : Our rooster, Jack by Dodd-Farrawell, Kathryn & Russell, Jason The children tease Jack, the pet rooster, and complain about the way he chases and pecks them until the day Jack is no longer with them. A childhood recollection of an indigenous family. 3-4 booklist |
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31845 : Our stories: Child convicts by Brennan, Net In eighteenth century Britain, children were tried in court like adults. Some as young as nine were transported to the colonies. Their names may not be familiar but a child convict became the first person hanged in Australia, another is celebrated on our twenty dollar note and one would count a future prime minister as a descendant. Their stories are ones of survival and building Australia as a nation. 5-6 booklist |
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2958 : Our stories: Protest in Australia by Lawson, Sue Through protest, Australians have united to fight for change and have influenced the outcome of many causes. From human rights to the environment, this book traces Australia's proud history of protest. Topics /
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31781 : Our stories: Sportsmanship by Brennan, Net Australia's passion for sport often defines our history, our traditions, our values and our identity. These are the stories of the sportsmen and women whose talents have stopped the nation. These are the moments when we threw our arms in the air and cheered. 5-6 booklist |
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13703 : Our world: Bardi Jaawi life at Ardiyooloon by One Arm Point Remote Community School This book provides a rare glimpse into the lives of the children of a remote Indigenous community, 200km north of Broome, Western Australia. They carry on the culture of the Bardi Jaawi people as they build fish traps, make spears and boomerangs, hunt crabs, turtles and dugong, learn traditional dances and share traditional stories. 5-6 booklist |
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9802 : Outback, The by Porter, Annalies & Bancroft, Bronwyn An illustrated poem evoking the Australian landscape, its animals and its indigenous people. The connection between the people and the land is made with sensitivity through the language and the art. 3-4 booklist |
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902457 : Owl and star by Milroy, Helen The sparkle of the stars was important to Owl. He watched as they greeted him at dusk and at dawn would fall asleep to their gentle light. Owl was worried after his favourite little star didn't come out one night. He went searching far and wide for his little friend. Where could Little Star be? K-2 booklist |
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9226 : Papunya School book of country and history by Wheatley, Nadia & staff & students of Papunya School A unique and fascinating account, from an Indigenous perspective, of the history of Western Desert communities. 7-9 booklist |
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18494 : Patrick Johnson (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant A brief biography on Patrick Johnson's childhood and sprinting career. 5-6 booklist |
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64414 : Patterns of Australia by Bancroft, Bronwyn The illustrations are patterns from ten different landscapes, with a description highlighting some key features. Children can try to find certain objects within each vibrant, indigenous artwork. 5-6 booklist |
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1862 : Pearl-shell diver, The by Crabbe, Kay Thirteen year old Sario lives with his family on a remote Torres Strait island. it's 1898 and the pearl-shell trade is at its height. When his father is coerced to join a white trader on his pearling lugger, Sario must go to work as a swimming diver to support the family. He's excited by the idea of walking on the sea floor but the competition is fierce and the only captain who will take him on runs the worst outfit in the fleet. And, there's the the constant danger of shark attacks and the storm of the century is approaching. 5-6 booklist |
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15453 : Pet crabs by Simon, Leslie A & Davis, J An 'old Koori lad' tricks some 'gungies' (police) about his seafood hunting practices, highlighting laws about Native Title Fishing rights. 5-6 booklist |
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310 : Pheasant and Kingfisher by Berndt, Catherine & Meeks, Arone Raymond (ill) Beautifully illustrated, by an Aboriginal artist from Cairns, the retelling of how creatures came into the world during the Dreamtime. The author, an anthropologist, lived among the Aborigines in the north of Australia for many years. 5-6 booklist |
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312 : Pigs and honey by Adams, Jeanie An account of an Aboriginal family on a weekend outing. 5-6 booklist |
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313 : Pilawuk: when I was young by Brian, Janeen Pilawuk explains that she was one of the Stolen Generation, and describes her life growing up with non-Aboriginal families and her search for her surviving relatives. 5-6 booklist |
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4540 : Pip and Pim by Hegarty, Aunty Ruth & Harrold, Sandi (ill) Tonight, for the very first time, Pip and Pim, two young possums, are going down to the forest floor with their mother. Papa Possum warns them to be careful but the two young possums are too excited to listen. K-2 booklist |
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775547 : Plantastic! A to Z of Australian plants by Clowes, Catherine & Gyan, Rachel (ill) Plantastic! presents 26 of Australia's most unique and incredible native plants. Discover and identify native plants found in your local park, bushland or even your own backyard. With its perfect balance of fun facts, activities, adventurous ideas and gorgeous illustrations Plastic! will prove just how fantastic Australia's native plants really are. 7-9 booklist |
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19091 : Playground by Wheatley, Nadia (ed) & Searle, Ken (ill) Read the true stories about the childhood of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, compiled from memoirs and oral histories. Find out about getting bush tucker, going fishing, taking part in ceremony, playing games and having fun. The warmth of home, the love of family and the strength of community shine through every story. Eighty Elders, both past and present, have contributed their words or artwork. 5-6 booklist |
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2021 : Possum and wattle: my big book of Australian words by Bancroft, Bronwyn This book explores the natural, rich landscape of Australia through Bundjalung woman's eyes. The Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal words are printed alongside each vibrant image of flora and fauna. A glossary of Indigenous words such as willy-willy, that are now part of everyday use, are included. K-2 booklist |
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9773 : Postcards by Hall, Beth & Lau, Karen Lucy's parents drag her off around Australia to learn about Indigenous Australian culture. She sends lots of letters back home to her friend, Jess. Just as well Jess kept them and put them in this book because they are full of interesting stories and information about various places from Fraser Island to Karratha, and from Darwin to Ceduna. 7-9 booklist |
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14976 : Preston Campbell edition, The (An Indij sport report) by Campbell, Preston & McDougall, Wendy (ill) An insight into the life and family of Preston Campbell, a talented player with the Penrith Panthers rugby league team. Exciting layout contributes to the impact of the text and makes information more accessible. 5-6 booklist |
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3547 : Quinkin mountain by Trezise, Percy A contemporary Dreaming story about the spirit world. The friendliest Quinkins are tall, thin Timaras. They protect children in danger, especially when they are in danger from the mean Timaras, the bouncing Imjins. 3-4 booklist |
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3182 : Rabbit-hole golf course, The by Mulvey, Ella & Briggs, Karen (ill) In the big old ute, on the long red road, in the desert of my home, we all set off for the rabbit-hole golf course. It's the best place around here to find rabbits. We sit by the holes, we dig, we wait...Where are all the rabbits? K-2 booklist |
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3572 : Rainbow serpent by Roughsey, Dick In the Dreamtime, there were no animals, birds, trees, hills or mountains. When the great Rainbow Serpent stirred and set off to look for his tribe, he changed the shape of the country and the lives of the people. K-2 booklist |
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2324 : Raps 4 big fullas by Ross, Monkey Mark Raps and chants that are written by Indigenous Australians and use Aboriginal English will appeal to Aboriginal children. 7-9 booklist |
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71498 : Raps 4 little fullas by Ross, Monkey Mark Raps and chants of appeal to Aboriginal children, written by Indigenous Australians. 5-6 booklist |
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587697 : Ready. Set. Discover Logan by Tyrrell, Karen Yana arrives in the city of Logan with her family, feeling alone. She's not sure what children can do in Logan. Yana meets Bunji, an Aboriginal boy at a Logan City library. Bunji shows Yana the best places for kids to explore and play. K-2 booklist |
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7708 : Reconciliation in schools by Chaney AO, The Honourable Fred (pres) & Marika, Dr (pres) Find out about the people, the events, organisations and activities that are working towards reconciliation all around Australia. The book is presented by an Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian, each of whom has a special association with the topic. 5-6 booklist |
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33999 : Reconciliation in society by Dodson, Professor Mick (pres) & Stanley, Professor Fiona (pres) Find out about the people, the events, organisations and activities that are working towards reconciliation all around Australia. The book is presented by an Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian, each of whom has a special association with the topic. 5-6 booklist |
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6141 : Reconciliation in sports by O'Loughlin, Michael (pres) & Thorpe, Ian (pres) Find out about the people, the events, organisations and activities that are working towards reconciliation all around Australia. The book is presented by an Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian, each of whom has a special association with the topic. 5-6 booklist |
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25317 : Reconciliation in the arts by Fanning, Bernard (pres) & Purcell, Leah (pres) Find out about the people, the events, organisations and activities that are working towards reconciliation all around Australia. The book is presented by an Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian, each of whom has a special association with the Arts. 5-6 booklist |
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24668 : Reconciliation in the environment and health by Mackean, Dr Tamara (pres) & Nossal, Sir Gustav (pres) Find out about the people, the events, organisations and activities that are working towards reconciliation all around Australia. The book is presented by an Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian, each of whom has a special association with the topic. 5-6 booklist |
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5014 : Reconciliation journey, The by Huggins, Dr Jackie (pres) & Sanderson AC, Lt Gen John (pres) Find out about the people, the events, organisations and activities that are working towards reconciliation all around Australia. The book is presented by an Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian, each of whom has a special association with the topic. 5-6 booklist |
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1773 : Reg Saunders: An indigenous war hero by Dolan, Hugh & Threlfall, Adrian The little-known story of Reg Saunders, the first indigenous Australian to become an officer in the Army. He survived the World War II battlefields in the Middle East, North Africa, Greece, Crete and New Guinea, and excelled as a military leader. Find out how war transformed a determined young man, born in 1920 from country Victoria, into a war hero. Reg went on to serve with distinction in the Korean War and become a pioneering figure for indigenous rights. He died in 1990. A graphic novel. 7-9 booklist |
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1250 : Remembering Lionsville by Bancroft, Bronwyn We are taken back to the family home built by the author's grandfather generations ago and still lived in now by the family. The growing and preserving of food, communications with others, the way of life all beautifully and simply described with magnificent illustrations combining Aboriginal and western techniques. 3-4 booklist |
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682656 : Respect by Muir, Aunty Fay & Lawson, Sue & Kennedy, Lisa Our way is old, other than red earth, older than flickering stars. Our way is respect. A tender, thoughtful story reminding us to respect others and respect ourselves, Respect is suitable for readers of all ages. 5-6 booklist |
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3926 : Return of the dinosaurs by Houston, Bronwyn Imagine if dinosaurs came back to visit and they were roaming the Broome coastline today. K-2 booklist |
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587852 : Rise: The Sam Thaiday story by Thaiday, Sam & Colley, James For sixteen years, Sam Thaiday has entertained Broncos, Queensland Origin and Australian fans, both on and off the field. This book tells his story. With his trademark humour and honesty, Sam reveals his roots as a Townsville boy and a die-hard Cowboys fan, his family connections to the Torres Strait, how his Mum taught him to pass and tackle, and all the ups and downs of a career playing the game he loves. Including advice for setting and reaching goals, handling setbacks, and finding what really matters in life, Rise: The Sam Thaiday Story (Young Readers' Edition) is a must-read for any young league fan, regardless who they barrack for. 7-9 booklist |
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2355 : Rivertime by Balla, Trace A boy and his Uncle Egg are on a paddling trip down an Australian river. They come across a swimming wallaby, a crashing koala and some friendly campers. 5-6 booklist |
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20788 : Road to Goonong by Cox, David The road to Goonong was just a pair of wheel tracks, packed down by buggies and drays that had travelled that way. Our farm, Goonong, was at the end of the road. We had beef and dairy cattle, and plenty of room to play and ride horses. It was a time when timber-cutters felled big ironbarks and blacksmiths' hammers rang out from the forge. The skies were always blue and rain was scarce. 5-6 booklist |
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1983 : Road to Gundagai, The by French, Jackie Bluebell Laurence, crippled in a house fire, is rescued from her home by circus folk who warn of her imminent demise. Madam Zlosky administers a healing brew and Blue becomes Belle Magnifico, a mermaid and harem dancer who rides the pick-pocketing, gentle natured, circus elephant The Queen of Sheba. They travel and come to Gibber's creek where the story unfolds and Blue discovers the truth about herself and the magnanimous Madam Zlosky. 7-9 booklist |
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1875 : Rockhopping by Balla, Trace Join Clancy and Uncle Egg on a rambling, rockhopping adventure in Gariwerd (the Grampians), to find the source of the Glenelg River. A story about following your flow, and the unexpected places you may go. 5-6 booklist |
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693079 : Rocky and Louie by Walleystack, Phil & Caisley, Raewyn & Leffler, Dub (ill) Louie has a big brother named Rocky who always has time to teach Louie how to be a great footy player just like him. Rocky also shows Louie how to talk to the elders in their family to learn about Country and their culture. When Rocky has to leave their community to learn new things, Louie needs to think of a way to show Rocky how good of a big brother he has been to Louie. K-2 booklist |
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52315 : Rotters and squatters: 1820-1850 by French, Jackie & Sheehan, Peter (ill) Colonial Australia from 1820 to 1850 as you have never imagined it. The true story of cannibal convicts, murdering squatters, sea captains who press-ganged, that is kidnapped, their crew and poor farmers forced off their land. A story of trying to survive and build a new nation in a land that had been the sole domain of its indigenous people. 5-6 booklist |
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92201 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2013 Issue 1 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. Topics /
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58600 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2013 Issue 2 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. Topics /
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40723 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2013 Issue 3 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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68968 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2014 Issue 1 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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12572 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2014 Issue 2 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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58595 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2015 Issue 1 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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643287 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2015 Issue 2 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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643293 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2016 Issue 1 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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643294 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2017 Issue 1 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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643295 : Rugby league reads magazine: 2017 Issue 2 by Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed) Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players including profiles, instructions, information, stories of interest, articles and opinion pieces, short stories, book reviews, discussions, exclusive interviews and good tips, plus poetry and recipes. 5-6 booklist |
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6509 : Sally's story by Morgan, Sally The first part of Sally Morgan's My Place, presented as Sally's story of her school days, her family, growing up, going to university and trying to discover her place. 7-9 booklist |
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19198 : Sam's bush journey by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) Sam is a city boy who doesn't much care about the wonders of the bush. The shrubs are scratchy and the mosquitoes bite. Sam thinks he wouldn't care if the bush disappeared. K-2 booklist |
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27361 : Sam, Grace and the shipwreck by Gillespie, Michelle & Martinez, Sonia (ill) Sixteen year old Grace Bussell was hailed a hero for her part in saving fifty passengers and crew from drowning, when the SS Georgette was wrecked off the coast of Western Australia in 1876. But, the rescue would never have been possible without the guidance and leadership of Sam Isaacs, an Aboriginal stockman. 3-4 booklist |
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5030 : Say yes: Story of friendship, fairness and a vote for hope by Castles, Jennifer & Seden, Paul (ill) Once there were two little girls who were best friends. They did everything together. As they got older they weren't allowed to do the same thing anymore. Because they looked different. Because of the law. This is a story about the landmark 1967 Referendum, the two women who came together to change the law...and how the Australian people said yes. 5-6 booklist |
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22696 : Scaly-tailed possum and echidna by Goonack, C & Goonack, K (ill) & Goonack, M (ill) & Goonack, M (ill) This vividly illustrated book features two iconic Australian animals, the scaly-tailed possum, found only in a remote part of the Kimberley, and one of Australia's most unusual mammals, the echidna. A traditional Dreamtime story. 3-4 booklist |
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700331 : Schoolmaster's daughter, The by French, Jackie When Hannah and her family are shipwrecked they are rescued by a Pacific Islander boy named Jamie. Hannah's family then begin a new life in Port Harris, which at first seems a paradise for the schoolmaster's daughter. But local fortunes are built on slavery and the whip. As the new Federal Parliament passes the law that will force Pacific Islanders from their homes, Hannah and her mother risk everything to run a secret school, while Hannah and Jamie must fight for their rights to education and equality. Can friendship and love win against prejudice and power? 7-9 booklist |
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25788 : Sea creatures by Mahoney, Melanie (ed) & Madden, Bec (ed) Through beautiful photographs and interesting facts, find out about many of the interesting, beautiful and scary sea creatures that we might encounter in Australian seas. Discover what makes them unique and how they live. K-2 booklist |
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5735 : Seahorse by Pascoe, Bruce Whenever they can, Jack and his family escape to Seahorse Bay. On one visit, Jack is excited to discover a sunken boat, not far off the coast. When he shows his father, they realise it's in pristine condition and decide to take on the challenge of salvaging it. When the mysterious boat is finally raised, the adventure begins. 5-6 booklist |
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12467 : Shack that dad built, The by Russell, Elaine Elaine Russell's dad built the family shack just outside the Aboriginal mission at La Perouse in Sydney. The life of an indigenous kid on the urban fringes with memories from happy ones like hunting for bush tucker to her saddest Christmas ever. 3-4 booklist |
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349 : Shadows of time by Wrightson, Patricia An orphaned girl and an outcast Aboriginal boy become involved in a spiritual journey at the time of European settlement in Australia. 7-9 booklist |
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96461 : Shake a leg by Pryor, Boori Monty & Ormerod, Jan When three young boys go to a pizza parlour and meet an Aboriginal chef who can speak Italian and make a deadly pizza, they're in for a surprise, learning about aboriginal culture in a light-hearted and humorous manner with eye-catching graphic novel style illustrations. 5-6 booklist |
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4340 : Shallow in the deep end by Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga & Thomas, Jared When a young girl on the Tiwi Islands asks her parents for a dog, the last thing she expects is a pet buffalo! This page-turner tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a dog and a water buffalo and all of the trouble they get themselves into. 3-4 booklist |
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98108 : Shipwreck, sailors & 60,000 years: 1770 and all that happened before then by French, Jackie & Sheehan, Peter (ill) The Indigenous people of Australia lived here for tens of thousands of years, surviving an ice age and ancient global warming. They saw oceans sink and rise and watched mega-beasts disappear. Theirs is the oldest civilisation in the world. Along came the Dutch, the Portuguese and then the British and things were never the same again. 5-6 booklist |
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7091 : Shock 'em: Stories of the Big River Hawks by Various & Heiss, Anita & Phillips, Sandra R. Shock 'em! is an expression used by the players of the Big River Hawks for when the football hits the opposing player hard and shocks them, and the title of a new book. Eight players have shared some of their stories of their love for football, their heroes and their special places. The stories are full of tension, drama, highs and lows - along with plenty of shock 'em moments - that characterise playing in the biggest game in the AFL annual calendar. 5-6 booklist |
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356 : Side by side by Tucker, Alan Investigates the relationship between Aboriginal people, British colonists and European missionaries. 7-9 booklist |
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12318 : Silly birds by Dreise, Gregg Maliyan is a young eagle who makes his parents very proud. He always looks and listens, and everyone respects him. Then, he meets Wagun, the turkey, who is a 'wombah thigaraa', a silly bird. He's always talking, usually about himself. No one respects Wagun but Maliyan thinks he is fun. It's not long before Maliyan has become a bit of a wombah thigaraa himself. K-2 booklist |
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6190 : Sister heart by Morgan, Sally Annie, young Aboriginal girl, is taken from her family in the north of Australia and sent to an institution in the distant south. Away from everything she knows and everyone she loves, Annie must make a new life in a strange world. A sister-friend brings fresh hope. 7-9 booklist |
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16938 : Snake and the boy, The by Sebastian, Azmen As children play football in a country schoolyard, a boy takes to the bars in the playground, only to have a cunning green tree snake slither in and steal his apple. K-2 booklist |
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1277 : Solid rock: sacred ground by Howard, Shane & Mutijulu, Kaltukatjara and Imanpu children (ill) & Hudson, Peter (ill) This song was one of the first songs of its type to touch on the subject of Aboriginal rights in Australia. Beautiful illustrations by the school children from Mutujulu, near Uluru, Australia. 5-6 booklist |
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860934 : Somebody's land by Goodes, Adam & Laing, Ellie & Hardy, David (ill) Today, across Australia, young children everywhere will acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land where we live, or go to school, preschool or care. This book is designed to help parents and carers have conversations with their children about what the acknowledgement means and why we do it. K-2 booklist |
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611375 : Song of the curlew by Zigomanis, Lazaros Luke Miggs wants more than small town life: the grind of chores on the family farm, playing lacklustre footy, beers with mates. Like maybe doing something about his crush on Amanda Hunt, a barmaid at the local pub who's smart, funny and ambitious. Or maybe playing footy in the big league. At eighteen it can't be too late, can it? There's his place in the Curlews, at least, although the team's little more than a bunch of battlers who play for the beers afterwards. If only they could take their footy seriously, like the reigning champions, the Little Reach Scorpions, who have dominated the competition for ten years. By the looks of this season, nothing is going to change. But when Adam Pride emerges from the night and tells the Curlews he wants to play for them, everything begins to change. A story of friendship, family, and coming of age, and how the choices of our past can come back to shape our future. 7-9 booklist |
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29801 : Sorry day by Vass, Coral & Leffler, Dub (ill) Maggie holds tight to her mother as they await the long anticipated apology to the Stolen Generations by the Prime Minister. In the excitement of the crowd, Maggie loses touch of her mother's hand and is lost. She is reunited with her mother but the faces and memories of the Stolen Generations are all around them. Two stories entwine in this captivating retelling of the momentous day when then Prime Minister of Australia Kevin Rudd acknowledged the sorrows of the past and said 'sorry' to Indigenous children who were taken from their homes. 5-6 booklist |
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874 : Spinifex mouse by MacDonald, Norma In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Cheeky, the spinifex hopping mouse, lives up to his name by taunting a hungry snake. But, he is soon swept up into a risky adventure. Topics /
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6721 : Splosh for the billabong by Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) & Bradley, John (trans) Splosh for the billabong at the shady bend of river. Brush for the flowers that burst in summer heat. A glorious celebration of country, animals and painting. Includes words translated into the Yanyuwa language, which is spoken by Aboriginal families in Borroloola, Northern Territory. K-2 booklist |
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1380 : Spotty dotty lady, The by Boyle, Josie & Martins, Fern (ill) A sad lady finds an unusual, spotty flower in her garden and is inspired to paint dots on her cups, kitchen and all over her house. Her neighbours soon become interested and the spotty flower breathes new life into the street. K-2 booklist |
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20417 : Staircase to the moon by Houston, Bronwyn A young girl has a yearning to get to the moon. One night, she and her grandfather sneak away from home in a bid to climb the staircase to the moon. The pair brave blood-thirsty mosquitoes, dive-bombing fruit bats, boab trees that loom like giants and sinking mangrove mud before making it to the foot of the staircase. K-2 booklist |
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587899 : Stand up for the future: A celebration of inspirational young Australians by Various Let's stand up and applaud the young Aussies who are using their voices and talents to change our world for the better. From soccer star Sam Kerr, conservationist Bindi Irwin, entertainer Jessica Mauboy to gender equality advocate Caitlin Figueiredo, this is a book about young people, for everyone. Through activism, innovation, giving back and leading by example, these inspirational young Australians are building a brighter tomorrow for us all. Brought to life by colourful portrait illustrations, from local artists, this book showcases emerging Aussie talent, motivates with inspirational praise and encourages readers to take action to create positive social change. The future is bright! Topics /
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85740 : Stolen girl by Saffioti, Trina & MacDonald, Norma When a young girl is taken from all that she knows and loves, she dreams of how she will return to the life she had to leave behind. The book follows one girl who was taken from her home and placed in a children's home. Australian Government policy at the time removed one hundred thousand Aboriginal children who are known as the Stolen Generation. 5-6 booklist |
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7920 : Stopwatch: the land of Dragonay by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin, Blade & Ezekiel No sooner had Tom come back from his last mission, than Grandpa sends him on the next. Grandpa has discovered a dragon egg about to hatch. Tom, Bilby and Mother Bird, head to Dragonay, taking the egg with them but the residents of Dragonay don't trust humans and all the dragons have disappeared. 5-6 booklist |
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4342 : Stopwatch: the land of Kur by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin, Blade & Ezekiel A stopwatch has sixty thin black lines, each marking off the seconds in a minute. But in grandfathers' stopwatch they are also gateways to different worlds. Tom just can't wait to borrow it. He soon finds himself sucked into a very different world indeed, a world of monsters and warfare. 5-6 booklist |
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30963 : Stopwatch: the land of Leevan by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin, Blade & Ezekiel Tom and Bilby soon discover that although Leevan seems like a fun-filled land, this world is in danger after someone poisoned the creeks and rivers. 5-6 booklist |
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44248 : Stopwatch: the land of Mirthful by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin, Blade & Ezekiel At his grandfather's request, Tom and Bilby, are sent to save the Land of Mirthful. Tom is welcomed by the grumpy Queen Mavis, who threatens anyone who laughs with the punishment of death. But she is not the rightful ruler of the Land of Mirthful and without a proper queen their world as they know it is doomed. 5-6 booklist |
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16562 : Stories for Simon by Sarzin, Lisa Miranda & Briggs, Lauren (ill) When Simon unwraps a beautiful boomerang, he finds out about an Australian Prime Minister's national apology to the Stolen Generations. Through a new friendship and a magnificent collection of stories, Simon learns about the Stolen Generation, and gains a deep appreciation of the past and a positive vision for the future. 3-4 booklist |
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120065 : Stories from the billabong by Marshall, James Vance Ten Aboriginal dreaming stories of the Yorta-Yorta people, with beautiful illustrations and information about the animals. 5-6 booklist |
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825448 : Story doctors by Monty Pryor, Boori & Sinclair, Rita (ill) This is a book for everybody. Welcome! Take a seat! And listen carefully, because this story has a heartbeat. Can you feel it, there in your chest? Legendary storyteller Boori Monty Pryor invites us to travel with him from the first footsteps through 80,000+ years of strength, sickness, and immense possibility. From the very first stories and art, to dance, language, and connection with the land, Boori offers a powerful, beautiful, and deeply rich account of Australia's true history, drawing on a lifetime of wisdom, and on his generous instinct to teach and heal. Topics /
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387 : Story of crow, The: A Nyul Nyul story by Torres, Pat (storyteller) A traditional Aboriginal story about why crows are black and emus can't fly, written in Nyulnyul and in English. 5-6 booklist |
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389 : Stradbroke dreamtime by Nunukul, Oodgeroo (Walker, Kath) The two halves of this book combine to bring together a collection of Dreaming stories and stories reminiscent of the author's childhood on Stradbroke Island. 7-9 booklist |
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7850 : Summer rain by Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) & Bradley, John (trans) First, the land wakes in morning light. Turtles crawl and lizards creep. But, then, rain splatters on dusty ground and everything comes alive. A joyous serenade of northern Australian animals and landscapes in the rainy season. Words are translated into the Yanyuwa language, which is spoken by Aboriginal families in Borroloola, Northern Territory. K-2 booklist |
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30015 : Taj and the great camel trek by Hawke, Rosanne Taj and his camel are on the adventure of a lifetime. They join explorer Ernest Giles to cross the Australian desert, where they encounter wild dogs, poisonous snakes, Aborigines and a constant shortage of water. Taj also learns the hard reality of travelling with animals. 5-6 booklist |
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886464 : Tangki tjuta - Donkeys by Tjanpi Desert Weavers Fresh, funny and highly original, Tangki Tjuta - Donkeys is an endearing dual language story about how donkeys came to be a rich part of life for one Aboriginal community. Told in Pitjantjatjara and English. Donkeys are malpa wiru, valuable friends and helpers in the families and desert community of Pukatja (Ernabella) in the APY Lands of northern South Australia. People set off on their donkeys for picnics and longer journeys, always returning home safely. Topics /
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404 : Taronga by Kelleher, Victor Ben comes upon Taronga Zoo which seems unaffected by a nuclear holocaust, or is it? Ben and his Aboriginal friend, Ellie, are aware that decisions they make may have huge implications for the future. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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9698 : Tea and sugar Christmas by Jolly, Jane & Ingpen, Robert (ill) The Tea and Sugar train came once a week on a Thursday. But, the special Christmas train only came once a year. Today was Sunday. Four more days without sugar. Four more days until the Christmas train. Please, please be on time. Please don't be late. Join Kathleen in the outback as she eagerly waited for the Christmas Tea and Sugar train. K-2 booklist |
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700423 : Tell 'em by Germein, Katrina & Sullivan, Rosemary & the children of Manyallaluk School & Briggs, Karen (ill) Tell 'em how us kids like to play. We got bikes and give each other rides. Tell 'em about the dancing and singing, And all the stories the old people know. 5-6 booklist |
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15368 : Tell me why by Templeton, Robyn & Jackson, Sarah When Sarah was seven years old, she asked her grandmother a very important question. This is the story of that question and the answer. 3-4 booklist |
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4763 : Ten scared fish by Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) A counting book. Follow the river to the sea and meet and count the animals. Find out what ten little fish meet. K-2 booklist |
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5927 : The rainbow by Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) The land bakes RED. The sun sets ORANGE. The dawn glows GOLD. The flowers burst YELLOW. A joyous serenade to colours that show country before a storm, illustrated by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio, with a translation of the text into the Aboriginal Yanyuwa language. K-2 booklist |
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15537 : They took the children by Hollinsworth, David In the past, thousands of Aboriginal children were forcibly removed from their parents as part of Australian government policies over many decades. Families and communities were fractured and torn apart by those policies. 7-9 booklist |
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410 : This is still rainbow snake country by Berndt, Catherine & Meeks, Arone Raymond (ill) Aboriginal Dreaming stories. 5-6 booklist |
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7053 : Tiwi girl by College, Tiwi & Jarrakarlinga, Alalinguwi Mia is an ordinary Tiwi girl living at Purnalli outstation with her family - her little tribe. When she tries to fit in with the wrong kids at school, she ends up suspended. Mia's nanna helps her see how to choose what's best for her future. What will the future bring for Mia? 7-9 booklist |
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416 : Tjarany / Roughtail by Greene, Gracie (storyteller) The Dreaming stories are told in this book in Kukatja and English, including a Kukatja word list and English translations. 5-6 booklist |
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903339 : Tjitji lullaby by Ross, Michael & Fielding, Zaachariaha & Kennedy, Lisa (ill) Tjitji means child. A lullaby is a soft song. This book includes animals of the Australian bush to relax you. K-2 booklist |
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6496 : Toast tree, The by Martin, Corina & Martins, Fern (ill) A very special tree, with bright green leaves and an orange trunk, is hidden in the sand dunes, bordering a dusty, pearling town. Every day, Ella and Mia's grandpa comes home from work with a treat from the tree. It's the best-tasting toast in the world. Ella and Mia search high and low for the tree, laden with squares of golden-brown toast, but they can never find it. K-2 booklist |
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27695 : Tom Tom by Sullivan, Rosemary & Huxley, Dee (ill) A contemporary story of a young boy living an idyllic life in the Northern Territory's Top End. It follows his day as he interacts with his extended family and attends the local preschool. K-2 booklist |
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420 : Too many Captain Cooks by Tucker, Alan A picture book that shows the history of early Aboriginal and European encounters along the Australian coastline. 5-6 booklist |
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3219 : Took the children away by Roach, Archie & Hunter, Ruby (ill) & Hudson, Peter (ill) From the lyrics of this iconic song a very special book has been created. Featuring the heart wrenching lyrics of Archie Roach and the classic artwork of his late wife Ruby Hunter, this book describes the anguish suffered by the Stolen Generation. 5-6 booklist |
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421 : Troy Cassar-Daley (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant One of Australia's leading singers and songwriters, Troy Cassar-Daley began his career when he was only thirteen years old. 5-6 booklist |
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426 : Tucker by Abdulla, Ian Telling the story of his childhood spent living along the Murray River, Ian Abdulla's pictures speak of fishing and hunting with his Aboriginal brothers in the 1950s. 5-6 booklist |
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429 : Two hands together by Kidd, Diana Cultural and racist issues are explored in this story about a girl who befriends an Aboriginal family, who live next door. 5-6 booklist |
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12388 : Two wallabies, The by Jakamarra, Henry Cook (Aboriginal storyteller) & Nicolls, Christine (ed.) A Dreaming narrative from the Aboriginal people of Australia's far north. After a flood carries away his first friend, the wallaby finds another companion. They criss-cross the country bringing many places and plants into being. K-2 booklist |
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7049 : Two ways strong: Jaz's story by The Deadly Mob & Scobie, Claire & Ellis, Kristine Going to boarding school can be a difficult transition for many students, but for Indigenous students from remote communities, it can be quite a culture shock. In Two Ways Strong, Indigenous students from Concordia Lutheran College have combined to tell their experience in a story about Jaz a young girl from Palm Island who goes to boarding school at the age of fourteen. Jaz has many challenges to face, not least having to speak English and make herself understood. Her fellow Indigenous students help to ease the way for her but ultimately it's up to Jaz to make the most of what boarding school has to offer. As she becomes accustomed to school life, has fun with her friends and has academic success, Jaz realises just how much she has gained and grown in the time she is been at school. She's no longer just one way strong like she was on Palm Island, she's now two ways strong and ready to take on the world. 5-6 booklist |
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75788 : Two-hearted numbat, The by Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Kwaymullina, Ambelin Numbat has two hearts, one of stone and one of feather. His stone heart makes him strong and powerful while his feather heart makes him soft and gentle. When having more than one heart becomes troublesome, Numbat must choose which one to keep. 3-4 booklist |
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3872 : Ubby's Underdogs: Heroes beginnings by McKenna, Brenton E In Broome, a small pearling town in the heart of an ancient land, Ubby, a smart, street-wise Aboriginal girl, is the leader of a rag-tag gang, known as the Underdogs. The gang's efforts to locate Sai Fong, the Dragon Summoner, have been halted by the ambitious pearling master, Paul Donappleton. Old myths and smoky legends from an ancient scroll begin to take on new meaning and it becomes a race to unravel the truth. Topics /
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639769 : Ubby's Underdogs: Return of the dragons by McKenna, Brenton E It is the late 1940s and Broome, a small pearling town in the heart of an ancient land, is still recovering from WWII. Ubby and her gang of Underdogs cross into the Forbidden Zone on the Broome coastline in a desperate bid to locate their missing friend Sai Fong who has disappeared without a trace. What they encounter is worse than anything they could ever have imagined. To survive, the Underdogs must call upon the local gangs to unite, solve the mystery of the Dragon Summoner, and make contact with the mysterious Phoenix Dragon to fight the battle of all battles against an evil and unearthly enemy. What is at stake is the future of humanity itself. The third and final installment in the Ubby's Underdogs graphic novel series. 7-9 booklist |
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10066 : Ubby's Underdogs: The legend of the phoenix dragon by McKenna, Brenton E In Broome in the 1940s, the pearling town is recovering from World War II. Ubby, a street-wise Aboriginal girl, leads a rag-tag gang known as the Underdogs. When Ubby recruits Sai Fong, a Chinese girl off the boat from Shanghai, they are thrown into a series of bizarre adventures full of myths and legends, and secrets never before exposed. Topics /
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65692 : Uluru by Park, Louise Beautiful photographs, maps and diagrams show you Uluru. Includes extra geographical and cultural information. 3-4 booklist |
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6064 : Under the Southern Cross by Lessac, Frane Night-time in Australia, animals are waking, people are exploring, discoveries are being made - under the Southern Cross. 3-4 booklist |
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9826 : Unlikely story of Bennelong and Phillip, The by Sedunary, Michael & Emmerichs, Bern (ill) An important and intriguing tale of an extraordinary friendship between two unlikely characters, Captain Arthur Phillip and the Aborigine, Bennelong, which remains largely unknown. The background of the first settlement in Australia heightens the polarity between the two worlds of the traditional Aboriginal culture and values, and European culture and values. 5-6 booklist |
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587848 : Upside-down history of Down Under, The by Lloyd, Alison & Denton, Terry (ill) The Upside-Down History of Down Under delves into the history of Australia from dinosaurs to Federation. It explores how the continents formed and changed, looks into our dinosaurs and mega-fauna, and discusses how the first people arrived and their survival. Did you know that the oldest human home in Australia is 65,000 years old? The Upside-Down History of Down Under describes the various ships that landed on our shores, the arrival of the British, convicts, the Rum Rebellion, exploration, bushrangers, gold, equality, federation plus much more. But don't be fooled. It is full of fun anecdotes, interesting quizzes, questions, timelines and pictures to keep you entertained. 5-6 booklist |
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3745 : Vullah Vunnah Nah: a Gunditjmara lullaby by Clarke, Patricia This ancient song is presented for the first time as a beautiful book for children, includes a CD to song along with. K-2 booklist |
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1019766 : Walk with us by Goodes, Adam & Laing, Ellie & Hardy, David (ill) Harvey and Mum are heading to their favourite park for a walk on Cammeraygal land. 'Time to awaken the ancestors,' says Uncle Boris. 'Every time we sing or acknowledge Country, the ancestors are listening.' What do you know about the Country where you live? Inspired by the Uluru Statement from the Heart, Walk With Us is an invitation to go on a journey of learning and appreciation - with family, with friends, and with our nation - together. Topics /
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803504 : Walking in Gagudju country: Exploring the monsoon forest by Lucas, Diane & Tyler, Ben & Long, Emma (ill) When we go walking, we never know how long we will be, what we will hear and what we will see. We pack our bags with food and water, a billy and some matches to light a fire. We head off into the shady monsoon forest on the edge of the billabong. Diane Lucas, Ben Tyler and Emma Long share their knowledge and love of the Top End in this enchanting and accessible book about one of Australia's most ancient and beautiful ecosystems. Topics /
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12337 : Walking with the seasons in Kakadu by Lucas, Diane & Searle, Ken This book introduces children to the birds, plants and animals that live in Kakadu. It also features the Gundjeihmi-speaking aborigines of the region and the six aboriginal seasons. 5-6 booklist |
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443 : Wanamurraganya: the story of Jack McPhee by Morgan, Sally The story of Jack McPee, an itinerant station and mine worker, from the Pilbara region of Australia.Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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445 : Wandering girl by Ward, Glenyse Glenyse, an aboriginal Australian, is forcibly taken from her parents and raised in a strict Catholic institution. At seventeen, she's sent to work as a domestic on a rich, West Australian farm where she's treated very harshly. Housed in a dirty garage, fed inferior food after cooking sumptuous meals for the family to eat in their luxurious dining room, given unfamiliar tasks with no instruction, Glenyse is debased and humiliated. 7-9 booklist |
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15512 : Wanja: one smart dog by Stacey, Barbara & Hill, Adam (ill) Aunty Barb is impressed with the cleverness of Wanja, a streetwise pet dog living in the inner city of Sydney. 3-4 booklist |
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87229 : Warnayarra the rainbow snake by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Lajamanu School (teller) One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. Describes the power of the Warnayarra in unleashing a tremendous thunderstorm. 3-4 booklist |
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868546 : We are Australians by Smith, Duncan & Godwin, Nicole & Cadd, Jandamarra (il) For those born in Australia, it's easy to take citizenship and its responsibilities for granted. But there is much more to being an Australian citizen than having a passport and the right to vote. Topics /
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5203 : We are the rebels by Wright, Clare Stories about The Eureka Stockade usually feature men and their roles in the rebellion. This book provides a whole new perspective, featuring the remarkable, vibrant women of Eureka, whose sheer determination shaped our national consciousness. This is their story and the story of the thousands of men, women and children who risked everything in their quest for gold. 7-9 booklist |
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977794 : We didn't think it through by Lonesborough, Gary Jaime lives in Dalton's Bay with Aunty Dawn and Uncle Bobby. He spends his downtime hanging out with his mates, Dally and Lenny. Jamie's just an Aboriginal kid trying to find his way, but Mark Cassidy and the while lads take every opportunity they can to bully him and his friends. One night, Jamie, Dally and Lenny decide to retaliate...but things don't go as planned and the consequences are devastating. Usually read by students in years 9, 10, or above. Can Jaime mend his relationships with himself, his friends, his family, and his future? Topics /
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14828 : Welcome to country by Murphy, Aunty Joy & Kennedy, Lisa (ill) Welcome to the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri people. We are part of this land and the land is part of us. This is where we come from. Wominjeka Wurundjeri balluk yearmenn koondee bik. Welcome to country. Topics /
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660618 : Welcome to Country schools edition by Langton, Marcia Written by one of Australia's most prominent Indigenous voices, Welcome to Country is essential reading for every young Australian. The chapters cover prehistory, post-colonial history, language, kinship, knowledge, art, performance, storytelling, native title, the Stolen Generations, making a rightful place for First Australians and looking to the future for Indigenous Australia. This book is for the new Australian generations and works towards rectifying the wrongs of this country's past. You will quickly appreciate how lucky we are to be the home of the world's oldest continuing civilisation -- which is both diverse and thriving in Australia today. 9plus booklist |
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5412 : Welcome to my country by Burarrwanga, Laklak Laklak Burarrwanga and her family invite you to their Country. Centred on a beautiful beach in Arnhem Land, its crystal waters are full of fish, turtle, crab and stingray. The bush holds fruits, pandanus for weaving and wood for spears. Laklak shares her history, her long childhood walks across Arnhem Land, her people's fight for land rights and for a say in their children's schooling. She and her family stand tall and proud. 5-6 booklist |
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452 : Whalers, The by Mumbulla, Percy & Robinson, Roland E. & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) Stepping between Aboriginal Dreaming stories and the Australian yarn, the story of the Whalers reflects the ideas and practice of reconciliation showing the relationship between the orcas and the Aboriginal whalers of Twofold Bay. 5-6 booklist |
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770013 : What do you call your grandma? by Barton, Ashleigh & Heiduczek, Martina (ill) In every country around the world are grandmas short and tall. Though they go by different names, we love them one and all. An inclusive picture book for grandparents and grandchildren everywhere. K-2 booklist |
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120131 : What I wanna be by Prior, Chasity & others & McKenzie, Peter (ill) Aunty Sharon, Aunty Kelli and Uncle Phil decided to find out what their kids wanted to be when they grew up and they wrote about it. 3-4 booklist |
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49734 : What is bush food by Hall, Beth Find out what bush food is, how it is cooked and who eats it. Includes beautiful photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
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12197 : What we count then and now by Empacher, Helen & others A simple counting book in which the pictures compare related everyday, useful objects used in Australia before 1788 and their modern counterparts. K-2 booklist |
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23805 : What's that there? by Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) What's that there? That's the rushing river's curly bend, cried the sea eagle perched on a knotted branch, swaying. There, look! What's that there? That's the cliff face sharp with sun-scorched stones, glinting, shrilled the hawk, gliding on summer winds. There, look! An exhilarating celebration of the Australian landscape as seen from the sky featuring vibrant illustrations by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio. K-2 booklist |
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32200 : When I am sad by Hirsch, Suzan & Konye, Paul (ill) Using the club mascots and various Rugby League players and captains, these books will allow readers to read about Rugby League and their favourite clubs and players, whilst engaging with text and practicing reading strategies. K-2 booklist |
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9421 : When I was little, like you by Malbunka, Mary A precious recount of growing up in the early days of the Papunya settlement in central Australia. The author tells about going bush with her family and learning about her culture and way of life. 5-6 booklist |
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12251 : When the snake bites the sun by Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Mowaljarlai, David (teller) Based on a story told by David Mowaljarlai of the Ngarinyin tribe. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. K-2 booklist |
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774351 : When we are invisible by Zorn, Claire Lucy, Fin and Max have survived the missile attacks which have devastated Australia and its population, now they are fleeing Sydney on the promise of safety in a compound with people who will shelter and protect them. Not long after their arrival they find their safety may come at a price they are not willing to pay...It soon becomes evident that missiles and starvation aren't the only threats to their survival. Usually read by students in years 9, 10, or above. 9plus booklist |
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2264 : When we go walkabout by Lalara, Rhoda & Alfred When we go walkabout, what do we see. Yirruwa yirrilikenuma-langwa, amiyembena yirringka yirruwa. K-2 booklist |
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9445 : Where is Galah by Morgan, Sally Dingo is on the prowl. He can see Emu, Swan and Turtle. He can hear Crocodile, Frog and Kookaburra. But, he can't find Galah. K-2 booklist |
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7613 : Where's Jessie by Brian, Janeen & Spudvilas, Anne (ill) When Jessie and her family move to the Outback, there isn't room in their horse-drawn cart for her favourite toy, Bertie Bear. Poor Bertie is packed into a box to travel with the cameleers. But, when Bertie becomes dislodged, he doesn't understand where his family has gone. Bertie is about to begin some grand adventures. K-2 booklist |
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5928 : Who saw Turtle? by Moriarty, Ros, & Balarinji (ill) Who saw Turtle? Did the whale with the slapping, splashing tail? Or the octopus with the dangly, stretchy tentacles? Maybe the fish with the glittery, shimmering scales? A glorious exploration of the amazing migration of Turtle as she travels the world and then returns home to lay her eggs, illustrated by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio. Also contains text translation into the Aboriginal Yanyuwa language. K-2 booklist |
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46942 : Why I love Australia by Bancroft, Bronwyn In a similar vein to Dorothea Mackellar's My Country. Stunning images and words showcase the awe-inspiring beauty of the Australian continent. 5-6 booklist |
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601802 : Wilam: A Birrarung story by Murphy, Aunty Joy & Kennedy, Lisa (ill) As ngua rises, Bunjil soars over mountain ash, flying higher and higher as the wind warms. Below, Birrarung begins its long winding path down to palem warreen. Wilam - home. In this stunning picture book by Indigenous artist Lisa Kennedy, respected Elder Aunty Joy Murphy and Yarra Riverkeeper Andrew Kelly tell the Indigenous and geographical story of Melbourne's beautiful Yarra river, from its source to its mouth, from its pre-history to the present day. Wilam is an ode to Australian rivers, the flora and fauna that live on them, and the function they perform as a part of modern day life and brings Aboriginal life, culture and language right in to the heart of the city. 5-6 booklist |
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19990 : William Bligh: A stormy story of tempestuous times by Sedunary, Michael & Emmerichs, Bern (ill) You may have heard of the famous mutiny on the ship, the Bounty, or the Rum Rebellion coup. They are two extraordinary events in Australia's history, yet the details in and around these events are largely unknown. Peel back the layers of this incredible and controversial period in Australia's early development. 5-6 booklist |
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682649 : Willy-willy wagtail by Milroy, Helen Meet the Bush Mob of animals, who live in the Australian outback and discover why Willy Wagtail needs them to come together for the very first time to work as a team and help each other out of danger. 3-4 booklist |
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618972 : Wombat, Mudlark & other stories by Milroy, Helen From a falling star to a lonely whale, an entertaining lizard to an enterprising penguin, these Indigenous stories are full of wonder, adventure and enduring friendships. Told in the style of traditional teaching stories, these animal tales take young readers on adventures of self-discovery and fulfillment. 3-4 booklist |
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4561 : World War II and post-war recovery 1939-1949 by Barrett, Rees Explore the fascinating story of Australia, from its ancient Indigenous past to the present day, through the biographies of significant people. Find out how these people brought important changes to Australian society through their knowledge, actions or achievements. 5-6 booklist |
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877962 : Wylah the Koorie warrior by Gould, Jordan & Pritchard, Richard (ill) Meet Wylah: warrior, hero and friend. Her adventures have been 40,000 years in the making! Wylah is brave, clever and strong-willed, and all her best friends are giant megafauna animals. But she isn't a warrior. Not yet, anyway. Then comes the day when her family is stolen by the dragon army, and her life is forever changed. She must find the courage to set out on a journey to save them. What will it take for Wylah to become a warrior, like her Grandmother before her? Introducing an unforgettable cast of characters, Wylah The Koorie Warrior is a heart-stopping and imaginative adventure, inspired by First Nations history and grounded in culture. Topics /
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977252 : Wylah the Koorie warrior: Custodians by Gould, Jordan & Pritchard, Richard (ill) Wylah has already accomplished the unbelievable feat of uniting the five Guardians, but her journey is far from over. Together with her megafauna friends, she must travel through the treacherous and forbidden Valley of the Spirits to face off against the Dragon Army. Can Wylah defeat the perils that lay ahead and become the ultimate Koorie Warrior? Topics /
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587895 : Yahoo creek: An Australian mystery by Riddle, Tohby Throughout the first century or more of Australian settlement by Europeans, the pages of colonial newspapers were haunted by reports of a bewildering phenomenon: the mysterious yahoo or hairy man... 7-9 booklist |
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641668 : Yakanarra day, A by Yakanarra Community School A Yakanarra Day reflects the beautiful small community located in the foothills of the St George Ranges between the Fitzroy River and the Great Sandy Desert, in Central Kimberley, Western Australia. It was written and illustrated by the senior students of Yakanarra Community School and has been translated into Walmajarri, with the help of school teachers and local elders Topics /
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641685 : Yakanarra dogs, The by Yakanarra Community School There are lots of dogs in Yakanarra. Hunting dogs, swimming dogs, spotty dogs and much more. The students of Yakanarra Community School have written and illustrated this gorgeous book that reflects the beautiful small community located in the foothills of the St George Ranges between the Fitzroy River and the Great Sandy Desert, in Central Kimberley, Western Australia. It has been translated into Walmajarri, with the help of school teachers and local elders. Topics /
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7094 : Yakanarra song book: About our place in Walmajarri and English by Moora, Jessie Wamarla & Vanbee, Mary Purnjurr & Yakanarra Community School In this fabulous book are fourteen songs, ten in Walmajarri language about four in English, all beautifully illustrated by the kids from the Yakanarra Community School. There are songs about how the Walmajarri come to Yakanarra, their special places, the animals and birds and the sounds that they make, hunting, fishing and collecting bush food, and more. The songs, sung to the tunes of well known classics, were written to help the kids at Yakanarra speak Walmajarri, but this is a book to be treasured and enjoyed by everyone. 5-6 booklist |
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12940 : Yellow-eye by Spillman, David & Wilson, Mark (ill) The Yellow-eye fish are becoming scarce. Neither the Impatjara Aboriginal community nor the Newmob white community can find the answer alone. Through communication, both cultures approach the problem together. 5-6 booklist |
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660421 : Yinti's desert dog by Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy Spinifex the dingo thought that she would be killed, but she was adopted into Yinti's family. She learnt how to hunt and cared for the family she lived with. She travels with her new family and experiences adventures with them. This is the story of her family, her travels and adventures with them - all through her eyes and senses. A fabulous tale that shares how a dingo behaves and lives, while also sharing the lives of the family she bonds with. The next story of Yinti's life and family from a different perspective. 5-6 booklist |
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477 : Yinti: desert child by Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy (ill) Yinti, an Aboriginal child, growing up in the Western Australian desert, has no contact with white people until the last chapter of the book. 5-6 booklist |
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7079 : Yirara mix book, The by Yirara College Here are our deadly poems and stories. They talk about life, adventures, hard times and happy times. They are powerful, intelligent, funny and sometimes scary. You'll want to read them again and again. The Yirara Mix Book is a collection of short stories and poems from young Indigenous writers from Yarara College in Alice Springs. 5-6 booklist |
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84304 : You and me: our place by Norrington, Leonie & Huxley, Dee (ill) Uncle Tobias is the fisherman Elder of an Aboriginal family. The story follows a typical day on the beach for the mob, collecting bush tucker and celebrating with family. Uncle Tobias tells stories of the original use of the Land, and remains almost oblivious to the many changes that the coming of Europeans made to this beach locale. 3-4 booklist |
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478 : You kids, count your shadows: hairymen and other Aboriginal folklore in New South Wales by Povah, Frank A collection of stories, taken from interviews, which gives an insight into the knowledge and ancient beliefs of the Aboriginal people in NSW. 5-6 booklist |
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620084 : Young dark emu: A truer history by Pascoe, Bruce Using the accounts of early European explorers, colonists and farmers, Bruce Pascoe compellingly argues for a reconsideration of the hunter-gatherer label for pre-colonial Aboriginal Australians. He allows the reader to see Australia as it was before Europeans arrived - a land of cultivated farming areas, productive fisheries, permanent homes, and an understanding of the environment and its natural resources that supported thriving villages across the continent. Young Dark Emu - A Truer History asks young readers to consider a different version of Australia's history pre-European colonisation. 7-9 booklist |