Children's Book Week 2003

Children’s Book Week commenced on Saturday, August 16th, 2003. The theme for 2003 was "Oceans of Stories". Winners of the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year awards were announced on Friday, 15th August.

You may also like to visit the official Children's Book Council Web site to view information about their activities in children's literature, including conferences, author information and news of other literary awards managed by the Council.

Award Winners by Category

Picture Book of the Year
HARRISON-LEVER, Brian (text Norman Jorgensen)	*In Flanders fields*

Book of the Year: Early Childhood
MATTHEWS, Penny (illus Andrew McLean)	*A year on our farm*

Book of the Year: Younger Readers
BATESON, Catherine	*Rain May and Captain Daniel*

Book of the Year: Older Readers
ZUSAK, Markus	*The messenger*

Eve Pownall Award for Information Books
TUCKER, Alan	*Iron in the blood: convicts and commandants in colonial Australia*

2003 SHORTLISTED FINALISTS IN THE CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS

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Picture Book of the Year
(Some of these books may be for mature readers; note that CBCA listing is arranged in alphabetical order by name of the illustrator)

ALLEN, Pamela (2002) The potato people, Penguin Books, Australia, SCIS 1076536, reviewed Scan 21(3)

GRAHAM, Bob (2002) Jethro Byrd: fairy child, Walker Books, SCIS 1099853, reviewed Scan 22(1)

HARRISON-LEVER, Brian & JORGENSEN, Norman (text) (2002) In Flanders fields, Fremantle Arts Centre press, SCIS 1078601, reviewed Scan 21(4)

HOBBS, Leigh (2002) Old Tom's holiday, ABC Books, SCIS 1079442, reviewed Scan 22(2)

MATTHEWS, Penny (illus Andrew McLean) (2002) A year on our farm, Scholastic Australia, SCIS 1073827, reviewed Scan 21(3)

WHATLEY, Bruce & FRENCH, Jackie (text) (2002) Diary of a wombat, Angus & Robertson, SCIS 1099761, reviewed Scan 22(3)

Book of the Year: Early Childhood

ALLEN, Pamela (2002) The potato people, Penguin Books, Australia, SCIS 1076536, reviewed Scan 21(3)

FRENCH, Simon (illus Donna Rawlins) (2002) Guess the baby, ABC Books, SCIS 1076558, reviewed Scan 21(3)

LAGUNA, Sophie (illus Kerry Argent) (2002) Too loud Lily, Omnibus Books, SCIS 1107466, reviewed Scan 22(2)

MATTHEWS, Penny (illus Andrew McLean) (2002) A year on our farm, Scholastic Australia, SCIS 1073827, reviewed Scan 21(3)

SHANAHAN, Lisa (illus Emma Quay) (2002) Bear and Chook, Hodder Headline,SCIS 1073829, reviewed Scan 22(3)

TANNER, Jane (2002) Playmates, Puffin, SCIS 1109743, reviewed Scan 22(2)

Book of the Year: Younger Readers

BATESON, Catherine (2002) Rain May and Captain Daniel, University of Queensland Press, SCIS 1107447, reviewed Scan 22(2)

FIENBERG, Anna (2002) Horrendo's curse, Allen & Unwin, SCIS 1084861, reviewed Scan 21(4)

FRENCH, Simon (2002) Where in the world, Little Hare Books, SCIS 1088965, reviewed Scan 21(4)

HERRICK, John (2002) Tom Jones saves the world, University of Queensland Press, SCIS 1109848, reviewed Scan 22(2)

MURRAY, Martine (2002) The slightly true story of Cedar B Hartley (who planned to live an unusual life), Allen & Unwin, SCIS 1073868, not reviewed by Scan.

NORRINGTON, Leonie (2002) The Barrumbi kids, Scholastic Australia, SCIS 1106941, reviewed by Scan 22(3)

Book of the Year: Older Readers
(These books are for mature readers)

ALDRIDGE, James (2002) The girl from the sea, Penguin Books Australia, SCIS 1105196, reviewed Scan 22(2)

BATESON, Catherine (2002) Painted love letters , University of Queensland Press, SCIS 1076554, reviewed Scan 21(3)

BONE, Ian (2002) The song of an innocent bystander, Penguin Books Australia, SCIS 1104462, reviewed Scan 22(2)

BRUGMAN, Alyssa (2002) Walking naked, Allen & Unwin, SCIS 1100918, reviewed Scan 22(1)

McDONALD, Meme & PRYOR, Boori (2002) Njunjul the sun, Allen & Unwin, SCIS 1076548, reviewed Scan 22(2)

ZUSAK, Markus (2002) The messenger, Pan Macmillan Australia, SCIS 1107391, reviewed Scan 22(2)

Eve Pownall Award for Information Books
(Some of these books are for mature readers)

CREE, Laura Murray (2002) Awesome! Australian art for contemporary kids, Craftsman House, SCIS 1102480, reviewed Scan 21(4)

NICHOLSON, John (2002) The mighty Murray, Allen & Unwin, SCIS 1095855, not reviewed by Scan.

SLATER, Pat (text) & PARISH, Steve (photographs) (2002) Discover & learn about Australian forests and woodlands, Steve Parish Publishing, SCIS 1075795, reviewed Scan 22(3)

TUCKER, Alan (2002) Iron in the blood: convicts and commandants in colonial Australia, Omnibus, SCIS 1081842, reviewed Scan 22(4)

WILKINSON, Carole (2002) Black snake: the daring of Ned Kelly, Black Dog, SCIS 1104447, reviewed Scan 22(2)

WILKINSON, Rick (2002) Endangered! Working to save animals at risk, Allen & Unwin, SCIS 1092210, reviewed Scan 22(2)

Scan Reviews

Picture Book of the Year

ALLEN, Pamela
The potato people
Penguin Books Australia, 2002 (Viking)
ISBN 0670896608
An endearing, seemingly simple storyline belies a richness of themes in this clever picture book. Jack and his grandmother spend every Friday together and one day they make two little people using potatoes, toothpicks and fabric scraps. When Jack's visits stop abruptly, Grandma begins to feel as withered and old as the sprouting potato figures on her windowsill. Feelings of abandonment are swiftly transformed when Jack returns. Together they investigate the compost heap where Grandma buried the potatoes. A clearly presented and delightfully illustrated book, it is an excellent springboard for discussing family relationships. I. McLean
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1 Stage 2
$25.00

FRENCH, Jackie &WHATLEY, Bruce
Diary of a wombat
Angus & Robertson, 2002
0207199957
Bruce Whatley has expertly captured the humour of the diary entries in this unique picture book about a laconic wombat that chooses to share his life with a family. The facial expressions of the humans show how resigned they are to being manipulated by Mothball, the wombat, who demands and receives what he wants using increasingly devious methods. The illustrations say as much about the habits and lifestyle of this lovable native animal as the minimal text, and both create a memorable image of this totally egocentric character. The humour in this text has elements of both slapstick and subtlety in its delivery, making this a winning picture book to read aloud to students. S. Rasaiah
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1,Stage 1,Stage 2,Stage 3
$24.95

GRAHAM, Bob
JethroByrde: fairy child
Walker, 2002
ISBN 0744588634
Graham celebrates the imagination in this picture book. It has the ability to whisk the reader out of the mundane world into one of magical possibilities. Annabelle's play in an urban backyard of cement and weeds is enriched and enlivened when she finds and entertains a tiny fairy family who have crash landed. Graham uses colour, space and perspective to maximum effect, ensuring that readers identify with the small girl who achieves giant dimensions in comparison with the little folk. Trademark Graham touches are found in the small detail; the mix of full page spreads with smaller, sequenced pictures; the portrayal of a warm, caring family; and the carefully chosen language. It is a wonderful book that should not be missed. B. Richardson
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1
$27.95

HOBBS, Leigh
Old Tom's holiday
ABC Books, 2002
ISBN 0733310737
Angela wins a luxury holiday for one. Old Tom, her artful cat, is supposedly left behind, but Angela is nostalgically reminded of him in unusual places on her travels. Young readers will delight in finding clues to Old Tom's whereabouts in this highly recommended, entertaining picture book. The brightly coloured illustrations, now in full colour with their distinctive, comical characterisation, let the viewer into a part of the story and the humour not exposed by the written text. Many opportunities are presented for discussion on illustrated cultural and geographic icons. E. Derouet
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1 Stage 2
$25.95

JORGENSEN, Norman & HARRISON-LEVER, Brian
In Flanders fields
Fremantle Arts Centre Press, 2002
ISBN 1863683690
Striking visual symbolism, a spare, subtle text and strong social and political messages characterise this highly recommended picture book, which tells a touching story of human compassion and connection to nature in the midst of the inhuman, unnatural chaos and destruction of trench warfare in World War I. The almost monochrome illustrations are particularly effective, with the red of the fire and of the tiny robin emphasising the separateness of nature from the desolate grey wasteland in which the soldiers must live and fight. The book offers rich opportunities for discussion about the effects of war on nature and on people, individuals, families and societies. W. Smith
USER LEVEL: Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5
$24.95

MATTHEWS, Penny & McLEAN, Andrew
A year on our farm
Scholastic Australia, 2002 (Omnibus)
ISBN 1862914419
A farm provides the perfect backdrop for demonstrating the cycle of seasons in Australia. This picture book takes readers through a month by month description of activities and climatic changes on a family farm. Told from the perspective of a child, the full range of farm activities are portrayed, including animal births and deaths. McLean's representations of the scenery, and his attention to detail, provide a credible resource for students comparing rural and urban environments. This book supports achievement of HSIE outcomes in Social systems and structures, and Science and Technology outcomes in the units Growingup and A place in time (Stage 1) and Cycles in our world (Stage 2). S. Rasaiah
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1 Stage 2
$24.95

Book of the Year: Early Childhood

FRENCH, Simon & RAWLINS, Donna
Guess the baby
ABC, 2002
ISBN 0733306144
A beautifully written and illustrated picture book, this is also an excellent resource to complement units of work pertaining to how human beings grow and change. The reader is quickly drawn in, caught up by the warmth, gentle humour and inclusiveness that members of this class community demonstrate toward each other. Everyone is unique and valued. Inspired by French's own experiences, the book reflects a refreshingly different view of Kindergarten students and their nurturing teacher, Mr Judd. Rawlins' expressive, bright illustrations bring the characters and narrative to life. This special resource would enhance the teaching of Time and change and Identity and cultural diversity outcomes in HSIE, plus Personal development outcomes in PDHPE. N. Chaffey
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1
$25.95

LAGUNA, Sofie & ARGENT, Kerry
Too loud Lily
Omnibus, 2002
ISBN 1862914664
Cleverly portrayed in animal guises, the characters of this insightful picture book behave and react as humans. Students may relate to the situations in which Lily, the young hippopotamus, is over exuberant and has to be repressed. Lily is finally able to be herself when a new teacher arrives who understands Lily's enthusiasm for performing. Teachers and parents may use this message to demonstrate how students may possess often misunderstood unique talents. Expressive and colourful, the illustrations in this book complement the story perfectly and almost explode with the noises that are Lily's forte. This is a delightful book which says much about valuing the differences in a diverse group of individuals. S. Rasaiah
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1
$24.95

SHANAHAN, Lisa & QUAY, Emma
Bear and Chook
Hodder Headline, 2002
ISBN 0733611419
Two unlikely animals, a polar bear and his mate Chook, are the best of friends in this picture book. They have very different perspectives on what is important in life. Bear wants to try out a range of adventurous careers for when he grows up, and Chook patiently tolerates the madcap schemes, narrowly avoiding injury in the process. Readers will warm to this depiction of unconditional love and loyalty between two disparate animals, and will receive the message that stature does not equate to dominance in a relationship. Humorous illustrations, and uncontrived dialogue, combine to create a valuable resource for inclusion in a literacy program. S. Rasaiah
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1 Stage 1
$27.95

TANNER, Jane
Playmates
Puffin, 2002
ISBN 0140541470
The strength of this realistic picture book lies in its simplicity. The stark illustrations have a photographic quality detailing facial expressions and texture in clothing and fur. With Ben, Teddy and Rosie the puppy playing out a cameo of belonging, rejection, and resolution, the minimalist language speaks volumes in a few words of giant sized print. The layout is designed to draw the eye from left to right, enabling beginning readers to make connections between print and pictures whilst following the words across each page. The double page illustration of a damaged teddy bear marks the climax of a tug of war and provides teaching opportunities for narrative writing. S. Rasaiah
USER LEVEL: Early Stage 1
Paper $14.95

Book of the Year: Younger Readers

BATESON, Catherine
Rain May and Captain Daniel
University of Queensland Press, 2002
ISBN 0702233374
In this first person narrative, Rain, the likeable twelve year old protagonist, must grapple with parental separation, a move to a new town and a new school, and the struggle to make new friends. Much of this will be familiar to young readers, but is freshly and engagingly told. The crisis prompted by Daniel's illness forces Rain and others to reassess what is really important in their lives. Believable and realistically portrayed characters and recognisable situations at home and school will appeal to young readers. The personal eccentricities of some characters add verisimilitude, with Daniel's addiction to Star Trek strongly influencing the plot outcomes. W. Smith
USER LEVEL: Stage 2 Stage 3
Paper $14.95

FIENBERG, Anna
Horrendo'scurse
Allen & Unwin, 2002
ISBN 1865086037
Readers will empathise with Horrendo and enjoy his creative solutions. This is a gripping tale of pirates, vile villains, volcanoes and violence that vindicates those who are different, who seek solutions in non violent ways. The clever, engaging storyline, told with wit and imagination, reveals strategies for overcoming fear and adversity. The exceptional language provides teachers with a model for students to emulate in their own narrative writing This is an enjoyable novel that espouses the merits of successful conflict resolution. Kim Gamble's pencil drawings add delightful humour. N. Chaffey
USER LEVEL: Stage 2 Stage 3
Paper $13.95

FRENCH, Simon
Where in the world
Little Hare, 2002
ISBN 1877003034
A heart warming, first person narrative is told by eleven year old, German born, Ari. He is an ordinary boy who loves his family, enjoys soccer, and is developing a strong relationship with music. Set in Sydney and the mountains, it incorporates flashbacks to Europe and his German home. The milestones in Ari's life consist of his talent shaping their holidays, his mother's remarriage, school and peer pressure, grief at his grandfather's death, and loss of heart before overcoming his anxieties to accept his talent as violinist and composer. The migrant experience and bilingualism are addressed. English translations of German words and expressions are smoothly incorporated into the narrative. It would be a suitable choice for a class text. F. Crum
USER LEVEL: Stage 4 Stage 5
Paper $14.95

HERRICK, Steven
Tom Jones saves the world
University of Queensland Press, 2002
ISBN 0702233366
Emotional and physical liberties are universal rights, and in this verse novel, the young and the elderly unite, communicating the importance of freedom's expression. Written from Tom's perspective, there are numerous snapshots of a child's naïve and honest views of life. Readers will enjoy the humorous, exaggerated hobbies and habits of Tom's parents that symbolise every adult's phobias and eccentricities. Tom and Cleo's determination to seek fun and adventure and to restore a little sanity to a silly world, emphasises current dislocation from reality. The novel provides an excellent vehicle for discussing the importance of friends and family, and understanding the priorities in our lives. E. Maxwell
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4
Paper $16.95

NORRINGTON, Leonie
TheBarrumbikids
Scholastic, 2002
ISBN 1862914966
Written by a non Aboriginal author, this is a well written and interesting story of the friendship of two boys in contemporary Northern Australia. The escapades of the boys, one Aboriginal and the other non Aboriginal, provide a framework for the author to sensitively explore cultural cross over, and traditional and contemporary Aboriginal culture. A short glossary of the Mayali language is provided. The climax of the novel concerns the ending of the dry season by a storm, in which the boys are nearly killed by a lightning strike. The role of spirituality in saving the boys is sensitively handled, and the novel ends with both boys standing on the edge of adolescence. B. Corr
USER LEVEL: Stage 4
Paper $16.95

MURRAY, Martine
The slightly true story of Cedar B Hartley (who planned to live an unusual life)
Allen & Unwin, 2002
ISBN 1865086231
No review available.

Book of the Year: Older Readers

ALDRIDGE, James
The girl from the sea
Penguin, 2002
ISBN 0143001124
Readers familiar with Aldridge's St Helens stories will be very comfortable with this similarly engaging and magically inspiring story of mutual dependence. This is the sun drenched, ozone washed coast of Provence, where recuperative near blind and crippled Beau, and dyslexic Lelee, the mermaid like daughter of the dead Breton smuggler and ailing Rabo, provide support and friendship. Aunt Mimi relentlessly cooks the cuisine in preparation of the definitive Provence cookbook, the rapacious arms smuggling contrabandists intimidate the children and Jacques Cousteau pops in to save a fish. Unforgettable, iridescent and simple, these are halcyon days recollected in tranquillity, through this testament to the restorative power of love and friendship. W. Bowie
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4
Paper $16.95

BATESON, Catherine
Painted love letters
University of Queensland Press, 2002
ISBN 0702232890
Art and alternative lifestyles feature in this first person narrative of a family dealing with terminal illness. Chrissie's dad, Dave, is dying of cancer and she cannot talk about this except to the reader. Dave deals with death by painting his own coffin with a love letter to his wife. When Nan arrives, stark adult dialogue skilfully reveals past family conflict and the ways and means to reconciliation. The novel cleverly reveals a family living through trauma as they deal with death in different ways. Realistic, contrasting characters learn how the trivia of life obstructs true and uninhibited love. Issues include rural versus city lifestyles; church going; change; hopes and dreams; and coming to terms with death. C. Thomas
USER LEVEL: Stage 5
Paper $16.95

BONE, Ian
The song of an innocent bystander
Penguin, 2002
ISBN 0140299904
This gripping novel tells the story of nineteen year old Freda and her struggle to come to terms with a traumatic situation she experienced ten years earlier. She was innocently caught up in a siege at a fast food restaurant with a crazed gunman wanting to free the world from the tyranny of globalisation. The characters, including Freda's parents, are very well drawn through portrayal of their emotions, confusion, and interaction, thus creating very real tension throughout the story. While there is no actual resolution at the conclusion of this book, a hopeful realisation emerges that life can go on, with continuing family support and love regardless of the fact that all parties concerned are imperfect. Older readers will become engrossed in the story. A. Beedles
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
Paper $18.95

BRUGMAN, Alyssa
Walking naked
Allen & Unwin, 2002
ISBN 1865088226
Friendship, belonging, bullying and suicide are some of the issues that confront Megan, and the reader, as she struggles to choose between her uneasy friendship with Perdita and the group she is fast outgrowing. Named the Freak, and hated by the whole school, Perdita is uncompromising in her refusal to be like everyone else. Megan's betrayal of Perdita in front of the whole school has disastrous consequences, yet from it comes personal growth and change. Poetry, loved so much by Perdita, and woven into the story, finally helps Megan come to terms with her betrayal and to accept that it is all right to be yourself. Older readers will readily relate to issues presented in this well written novel, which supports Area of Study, Changing perspective, in the English: Stage 6 syllabus. M. Busch
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6
Paper $16.95

MCDONALD, Meme & PRYOR, Monty
Njunjulthesun
Allen & Unwin, 2002
ISBN 186508641
Exploration of Aboriginal adolescent male identity makes this a most valuable resource. While it stands alone, it is the third and probably best of a series about Njunjul, now a 16 year old Aboriginal boy. This story follows on from My Girragundji and The Binna Binna man. Written in the first person, it gives Njunjul's perspective of his shift from the country to the city and brilliantly evokes his naïve cockiness, his growing depression and his eventual acceptance that he is responsible for his life and actions. Family, racism, identity, suicide and sexuality are among the issues sensitively addressed in this highly recommended story. B. Corr
USER LEVEL: Stage 5 Stage 6 Professional
Paper $15.95

ZUSAK, Markus
The messenger
Pan Macmillan, 2002
ISBN 0330363883
Forced to journey beyond his comfort zone by confronting and solving challenges, the main character re-examines his own existence and his relationships with others. The complex combinations of themes are well presented and constructed by the author. Various scenarios presented throughout the novel including: accepting responsibilities; respecting others; use of violence and love, all provide a range of stimulus material for further discussion and classroom application. While the nature of the subject matter targets the more mature student, the strong central character and his unsuspecting transformation and final realisation, make it an ideal related text for the Stage 6 English. Standard and Advanced courses Area of Study: Change. It is a text that has a lot to offer the readers in re-assessing their own attitudes. B. Kervin
USER LEVEL: Stage 6
Paper $16.95

Eve Pownall Award for Information Books

CREE, Laura Murray
Awesome! Australian art for contemporary kids
Fine Art, 2002 (Craftsman House)
ISBN 1877004200
With strong, large format visuals, this book provides teachers and students with a stimulating resource. Each double-page spread presents thought provoking contemporary art images in colour, accompanied by nuggets of information about the artists and their work. It is about showing art that is relevant for today's kids. It describes contemporary artworks in a language which can be accessed by most upper primary and junior secondary students, without compromising the integrity of the work or the intentions of the artist. The text allows teachers and students to address the visual arts syllabuses. It draws references to the frames, artistic practice and relationships between the 56 artists and their world, audiences and their artworks. Stage 6 students could use the book as an introduction to contemporary Australian art. Supporting K-6 syllabus outcomes VAS3.4 Creative Arts and RS3.7 English, this resource can be used for a variety of learning situations. K. Ashley, R. Newitt
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Stage 6
$45.00

NICHOLSON, John
The mighty Murray
Allen & Unwin, 2002
ISBN 1865085642
No review available.

SLATER, Pat & PARISH, Steve (photographs)
Discover & learn about Australian forests and woodlands
Steve Parish Pub., 2002 (Ark Australia) (Discover & learn about)
Detailed and brilliantly coloured photographs support the wealth of information in this book, which is shortlisted for the Eve Pownall Award for Information Books in 2003. The comprehensive coverage of forest and woodland ecology, and of the animals which inhabit Australian forests, make this a useful resource for environmental studies. Sections cover all types of forest found in Australia, plus animals, fire, forest food chains, and human influence on forests. The information supports outcomes in Patterns of place and location in HSIE K-6, and Environment matters in Science K-6. S. Rasaiah
USER LEVEL: Stage 3
Paper $14.95

TUCKER, Alan
Iron in the blood: convicts and commandants in colonial Australia
Omnibus, 2002
ISBN 1862914249
A detailed and lively history of convict punishment and penal reform throughout Australia's colonial history is presented in this award winning book. Following Tucker's trilogy on relationships between Aboriginal people and colonial Australians, in this title, he wants to 'help readers make connections between past and present injustices', this time in relation to convict's rights. The history examines the lives of the colony's commandants, starting with Major James Morisset, Newcastle 1819, and finishing with Mr John Price, Norfolk Island 1852. It is brilliantly illustrated and well resourced with a contextual glossary, an English/Australian chronology, and contemporary conclusion with social justice contacts. B. Percival
USER LEVEL: Stage 2, Stage 3, Stage 4
Paper $18.95

WILKINSON, Carole
Black snake: the daring of Ned Kelly
Black Dog, 2002
ISBN 187637215X
Adopting a sympathetic voice, this book presents Ned Kelly as a victim of circumstances, injustice and police harassment and as an advocate for the poor and the disadvantaged. What if you were there. introduces each chapter with a reconstructed first person narrative account of the events or roles described in the chapter. This format provides a range of perspectives by different participants in the story, and balances the objective description of history's events of the familiar folklore. Unfamiliar vocabulary is explicitly explained in the course of the narration. Boxed annotations, maps and photographs are supported by anecdotes and information on locations, events and characters. Aided by an Index to people and places, this is a highly accessible and enjoyable account of a significant episode in Australia's bushranging past. E. Maxwell
USER LEVEL: Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5
Paper $15.95

WILKINSON, Rick
Endangered!: working to save animals at risk
Allen & Unwin, 2002
1865086649
Authenticity is achieved in this informative book by the inclusion of the perspective and quotes of individuals involved in the research and recovery teams of different endangered animals. It scientifically describes rescue procedures, identifying the difficulty of working with wild animals and the ingenious techniques devised by field workers. In doing so, it looks at the habitat requirements and human threats to the survival of each animal. The enthusiastic, dedicated and caring individuals involved in rescue work provide role models for readers, consistent with the career objectives of the NSW Department of Education and Training Environmental education policy for schools. A sense of teamwork with common purpose provides a note of excitement. The stories, focusing on the work of scientists, zoos and other conservation groups in many locations, and would be useful for classes studying global contexts. J. Kennelly
USER LEVEL: Stage 4
$24.95

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