Djinang Bonar: Seeing Seasons

Discover the six seasons of the Noongar calendar in English and Noongar with emerging First Nations talent Ebony Froome and Leanne Zilm.

Djinang Bonar takes readers through the seasons of the Noongar calendar, exploring different seasonal indicators to increase readers’ awareness of the environment around them and their knowledge of Noongar language. Noongar country is portrayed in spectacular detail with gorgeous illustrations of the plants and animals typically seen in each season of the year.

This is the perfect picture book for parents, carers, teachers and librarians to share insights into the six Noongar seasons and learn some Noongar language.

PRAISE FOR THE BOOK

‘This stunning nature story beautifully portrays Noongar seasons and champions Noongar language. Suitable for ages 5–7, it is a poetic read-aloud that would also work well in an educational setting.’ Books+Publishing

‘This wonderful picture book for everyone to share provides insights into the six Noongar seasons learning some Noongar language along the way.’ ReadPlus

‘Even children on the East Coast, or those for whom Noongar is not their first language, can appreciate the beauty and value of this book.’ The Bottom Shelf

‘The exquisite, full-colour, double-page illustrations inspired by the natural environment of Western Australia are like beautiful paintings, and are sure to capture every child’s imagination … My rating 5/5’ Little Squirrel’s Bookshelf

‘A great informative read-aloud book for all ages learning the Noongar season, Noongar language and a bonus glossary of Noongar words at the end of the story.’ IC3