Playground : Listening to stories from country and from inside the heart

by Nadia Wheatley (Compiler), Ken Searle (Illustrator)

With stunning photographs and illustrations, this book is a fascinating insight, from earliest times to today, into the experiences of Indigenous children, whose land was, and is, their playground

There are things which Indigenous children have been doing for thousands upon thousands of years. In traditional times, kids didn't have to go to school. The land was their school, and their playground. Since European people have come to Australia, Aboriginal children have taken on some new games and toys, but they have continued to practice their culture. Whether they live on a remote outstation or in a busy city, Indigenous kids are still learning from country, and from their community.

72 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

Nadia Wheatley is an Australian author.

Reviews

[Ali · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very detailed, alot of interesting information about indigenous life. However, not student friendly in format. It just looks like a lot of information typed up. Could be used as an resource book for different topics but not really a book you pick up and read for pleasure, like My Place.

[Kymmw · Rating 5 out of 5]

favourite book at the moment!