Lucky Thamu
Written by
Cheryl Kickett-TuckerJaylon Tucker
Paperback
$9.99 GST
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It’s the school holidays and Eli is off to visit his Thamu. They’re going camping and prospecting too. Eli loves listening to Thamu’s stories and learning about country. Thamu knows lots about everything. But does he know where to find gold, and will Eli strike it lucky?
About the Waarda series
Waarda, Noongar for talking and sharing stories and information, is an exciting children’s series by First Nations authors. Initiated by renowned artist and writer Sally Morgan, the series was designed to support the literacy needs of Indigenous children in primary school, by making available to them stories written by First Nations authors. At the same time, it introduces non-Indigenous children to the richness and depth of First nations storytelling. Above all, it is a collection of fun, interesting and diverse first chapter books for new readers.
PRAISE FOR THE BOOK
‘Strong storylines and unique cultural insights make these books successful additions to the Waarda series.’ Junior Books+Publishing
Cheryl Kickett-Tucker
Professor Cheryl Kickett-Tucker is a highly respected Wadjuk Noongar Traditional Owner, research academic, community development practitioner, youth basketball coach, public speaker and author. Cheryl has worked with Australian Aboriginal people all her life in the fields of education, sport and health and is very passionate about using her knowledge and experience to make a real […]
Jaylon Tucker
Jaylon Tucker identifies as a Wongi-Noongar. He was born on Wadjuk Noongar country and via his father he belongs to the Ngullundharra and Walyan Aboriginal people of the north-east WA goldfields. His story, Lucky Thamu, is based on his time exploring the bush with his real-life Thamu.Explore more from our catalogue
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