Australia Illustrated by Tania
McCartney (EK Books) PB RRP $32.99 ISBN: 9781925335880
By Anne Helen Donnelly
The book starts out with three adjectives to aptly
describe our nation: big, beautiful and diverse. The messages in this book are primarily
conveyed through bright and quirky illustrations. It lists all things uniquely
Australian, and all the things we love about our home, from a child’s focus.
After the bold introductory statement, the book goes
onto show native and endangered Australian animals, iconic and bush foods,
precious rocks, sport we love and play, swim wear, slang (one of my favourite
pages, as after 38 years in Australia, I’m proud to say I am familiar with all
of them), various weather around our continent and famous Aussies.
Each state is then explored, starting with New South
Wales. There are landmarks, popular attractions, famous eats and all things
each state is best known for and their pride and joys. One of my favourite
pages is the Great Barrier Reef page, with different schools of stunning fish
intermingling – just like the real thing!
An engaging visual reference guide to all things
Australian. Great for natives as well as those wanting to take a glimpse into
our culture. Recommended for ages 4 – 8 year olds.
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