Even more tales of my grandmother's Dreamtime
Naiura2008
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Naiura retells the stories handed down by his grandmother and compliments the stories with beautiful art. A perfect vehicle for all Australian children to learn the tales of indigenous Australians and gain an appreciation of their art.
Main title:
Even more tales of my grandmother's Dreamtime / by Naiura.
Author:
Imprint:
Mascot, N.S.W. : Bartel Publications, ©2008.
Collation:
43 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm.
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Notes:
"Authentic Aboriginal fables as told by the author's grandmother"--FictionEvery story is illustrated by colourful artwork, along with an explanation of symbols commonly used in aboriginal art. 17 different dreamtime stories.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that his book may contain images and names of people who have died. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander content.
Audience:
Upper primaryFor Ages: 8+ years old
Contents:
Dreamtime symbols . Their meaning -- A lie lasts forever, Boomali confronts the truth -- Battle of the spirits, a clash of good and evil -- The defiant child, exposes evil intentions -- Boulder Valley, a nightmare of an adventure -- Bullima & the Koolyangarra, share a selective lesson -- The golden tree, and a perfect wish -- Koolagi's demon, provides a grim warning -- The lost children's lesson, a second chance -- Walkabout, much more than walking -- The duck & water rat, form a lasting bond -- The barren tree, a sign of hope -- Dandaloo's sweet water, a triumph of goodness -- The lone hunter, with a hardened heart -- The song bird, that captivated a spirit -- The big fish, and the doomed hunter -- Yarrageh, gentle spirit of spring -- The selfish gifts, and the spirit behind them.
ISBN:
9781876206727 (hardback)
Language:
English
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BRN:
40140
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Junior Fiction | DREAMT | Available |