'The children Kutabah, Warabal and Bidu travel from their home to the lush rainforests of the Queensland Tablelands. This is their Nana’s land—the abundant rainforest—so far known only to them through her colourful stories. The Elders test Kutabah and Warabal as they travel with their younger brother, Bidu, and begin their transition into the adult world.' (Source: Publisher's website)
'This essay explores how some recent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander authored titles have used local languages and personal histories - including complex stories which deal with the Stolen Generations - to engage and educate young Australian readers, while providing much needed inspiration to nurture Indigenous audiences.' (Source: Heiss, Anita, Aboriginal Literature for Children: More Than Just Pretty Pictures, 2015)
'This essay explores how some recent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander authored titles have used local languages and personal histories - including complex stories which deal with the Stolen Generations - to engage and educate young Australian readers, while providing much needed inspiration to nurture Indigenous audiences.' (Source: Heiss, Anita, Aboriginal Literature for Children: More Than Just Pretty Pictures, 2015)
