First Nations voices - Early years

Updated November 19, 2023
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Coming home to Country
Bancroft, Bronwyn
Paper Book
Run to the creek, perch on a rock, slip into clear crystal water. A visual and lyrical depiction of coming home to country from acclaimed author and illustrator Bronwyn Bancroft.
The heartbeat of the land
Freeman, Cathy
Paper Book
Cathy ran barefoot every day across the great ancient land, as her people had done for sixty thousand years before. And when she ran, she could hear the heartbeat of the land. Ba Boom Ba Boom Ba Boom... Then one day, Cathy hears a cry. She answers this cry and,...
My people
Betts, Eddie
Paper Book
In MY PEOPLE with Eddie's Lil' Homies children learn about Aboriginal culture.Eddie Betts is one of Australia's most well know Aboriginal AFL players. Following on from the success of his first book, MY KIND, Eddie aims to educate young Australians on Aboriginal culture which has a unique history...
Our home, our heartbeat
Briggs, Adam
Paper Book
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. ...
Caring for country
Bridgeman, Emily
Paper Book
This story was composed after an unforgettable experience in Arnhem Land on Rambarranga and Dalabon country, welcomed and taught by a group of rangers from across West Arnhem Land, who continue to inspire me to this day. I hope this story inspires all readers to learn more about the culture and...
Animals All Around Us
Hava, Melanie.
Paper Book
Discover the animals of Australia through the incredible artwork of Aboriginal artist Melanie Hava. The All Around Us series is a captivating collection of first concepts board books, told through simple narrative. 
Nature All Around Us
Engwicht, Kimberly.
Paper Book
Discover the landscapes of Australia through the vibrant artwork of Aboriginal artist Kimberly Engwicht. The All Around Us series is a captivating collection of first concepts board books, told through simple narrative. 
Sorry sorry
Kerr, Anne Maxine
Paper Book
Sorry Sorry could be a first step of informing these young children of a significant aspect of Australian history, with age appropriate illustrations and dialogue. This book could also be an introduction to understanding the journey of reconciliation with Australia's First Peoples. The hope is that...
Walking the Rock Country in Kakadu
Lucas, Diane.
Paper Book
A breathtaking encounter with the magnificent rock country of Australia's iconic Kakadu National Park, from the highly acclaimed creators of Walking in Gagudju Country: Exploring the Monsoon Forest.
Is That You?
Dreise, Gregg.
Paper Book
Board Book
Land Recalls You
Saunders, Kirli.
Paper Book
Three Dresses
Gibson, Wanda.
Paper Book
'Take three dresses ... one to wash, one to wear and one spare.' When Wanda Gibson was a little girl, her mum would tell her this as they packed to go on holidays. Wanda grew up on Hope Vale Mission in Far North Queensland, and her family were allowed only one short break away...
Mayarda (Pelicans)
Cox, Patricia.
Paper Book
Learn to count in Gooniyandi with this playful song book.
Kurrartuwarnti (Brolgas)
Nixon, June.
Paper Book
In the wet season, a family of brolgas make their nests in the long grass. They look after their eggs, search for food, and dance together. Written and illustrated by first time author June Nixon, this stunningly illustrated book will be an immediate family favourite.The illustrations for this book...
Miimi and Buwaarr, Mother and Baby
Greenwood, Melissa.
Paper Book
An ode to the mother/baby relationship and ties to family and land Being your miimi (mother) is the most precious gift life can give. When you were born you opened my heart as wide as the ocean. Join Miimi (Mother) as she shares stories with her Buwaarr (baby)...

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