Description
Discover 'Australians All,' a captivating journey through Australian history, spanning from the Ice Age to the Mabo Judgement. This must-have book features 80 mini-biographies that highlight the lives of notable young Australians, beautifully woven into a chronological narrative that is both informative and engaging. With meticulous research and a beautifully written style, this 280-page masterpiece by Nadia Wheatley opens a window into the diverse experiences that shape our national identity.
'Australians All' provides young readers a voice in the broader tapestry of our nation's history, showcasing not just famous figures, but also local legends who have made significant impacts within their communities. This book is essential for educators, parents, and anyone interested in Australian culture and history, making it a perfect addition to home libraries or classroom settings.
Whether you're looking to understand the evolution of Australia or simply want to inspire young minds, 'Australians All' offers rich narratives and relatable stories. Ideal for students, educators, and history buffs alike, the book encourages a deeper appreciation of our land and the peoples who have called it home.
Delivery information: Enjoy fast shipping on your order, with delivery options designed to suit your needs. Your copy of 'Australians All' will be promptly dispatched, ensuring you receive this essential educational resource in a timely manner. Dive into Australia's past and let the stories of its young people illuminate your understanding of the present and future.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760290498
Year: 2015
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 280
Description:
Australians All encompasses the history of our continent from the Ice Age to the Apology, from the arrival of the First Fleet to the Mabo Judgement. Brief accounts of the lives of real young Australians open up this chronological narrative. Some of the subjects of the eighty mini-biographies have become nationally or even internationally famous. Others were legends in their own families and communities. Meticulously researched, beautifully written and highly readable, Australians All helps us understand who we are, and how we belong to the land we all share. It also shows us who we might be.
'Australians All is an outstanding history of Australia that captures the experiences of young people on this continent from the Ice Age to the Apology. Nadia Wheatley entwines her narrative with 80 judiciously chosen biographical snapshots that bring new insights to major events and themes in Australian history. The book's subject selection speaks to young people and gives them a voice in Australian history that is both a unique and outstanding achievement.' - From the judges of the NSW Premier's History Award
'In Australian histories there is a particular group whose tales and presence and concerns are rarely narrated. Nadia Wheatley, that great writer, tells that wide-ranging story in a way so imaginative and colourful that it would attract any young person, and make young readers feel that many of their personal struggles have been faced before, by children of the past and present.' - Thomas Keneally
'Australians All' provides young readers a voice in the broader tapestry of our nation's history, showcasing not just famous figures, but also local legends who have made significant impacts within their communities. This book is essential for educators, parents, and anyone interested in Australian culture and history, making it a perfect addition to home libraries or classroom settings.
Whether you're looking to understand the evolution of Australia or simply want to inspire young minds, 'Australians All' offers rich narratives and relatable stories. Ideal for students, educators, and history buffs alike, the book encourages a deeper appreciation of our land and the peoples who have called it home.
Delivery information: Enjoy fast shipping on your order, with delivery options designed to suit your needs. Your copy of 'Australians All' will be promptly dispatched, ensuring you receive this essential educational resource in a timely manner. Dive into Australia's past and let the stories of its young people illuminate your understanding of the present and future.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760290498
Year: 2015
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 280
Description:
Australians All encompasses the history of our continent from the Ice Age to the Apology, from the arrival of the First Fleet to the Mabo Judgement. Brief accounts of the lives of real young Australians open up this chronological narrative. Some of the subjects of the eighty mini-biographies have become nationally or even internationally famous. Others were legends in their own families and communities. Meticulously researched, beautifully written and highly readable, Australians All helps us understand who we are, and how we belong to the land we all share. It also shows us who we might be.
'Australians All is an outstanding history of Australia that captures the experiences of young people on this continent from the Ice Age to the Apology. Nadia Wheatley entwines her narrative with 80 judiciously chosen biographical snapshots that bring new insights to major events and themes in Australian history. The book's subject selection speaks to young people and gives them a voice in Australian history that is both a unique and outstanding achievement.' - From the judges of the NSW Premier's History Award
'In Australian histories there is a particular group whose tales and presence and concerns are rarely narrated. Nadia Wheatley, that great writer, tells that wide-ranging story in a way so imaginative and colourful that it would attract any young person, and make young readers feel that many of their personal struggles have been faced before, by children of the past and present.' - Thomas Keneally