October Read Aloud Theme: Non-Fiction and Reference Books
The October read aloud theme is Non-Fiction and reference books. The books chosen are highly informative, visually appealing with inviting design elements and explore facts and information in a way that is accessible to children. This selection of books is suitable for middle primary school children to lower secondary school students. The titles explore subject […]
September Read Aloud Theme: Picture Books That Deal With BIG Issues
The September Read Aloud theme is picture books that deal with big issues. The big issues explored in the books selected are: the Stolen Generations, colonisation, war, refugees, climate change, environmental issues, the ethics associated with the mining of diamonds (slaves, exploitation, “blood diamonds”), homelessness and grief. These books were chosen because they tell a […]
Ling Li’s Lantern – New Release Picture Book from MidnightSun Publishing
Title: Ling Li’s Lantern Author: Steve Heron Illustrator: Benjamin Johnston Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Publication date: September 2020 Themes: the values of wisdom and compassion Other notable information: Teachers’ Notes can be accessed on the MidnightSun Publishing website. The detailed Teachers’ Notes for this book include fascinating details from Steve Heron about the origins of the […]
Mama Ocean – New Release Picture Book from MidnightSun Publishing
Title: Mama Ocean Author: Jane Jolly Illustrator: Sally Heinrich Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Publication date: September 2020 Themes: Ocean ecosystems, marine pollution, environmental stewardship Teacher notes can be accessed on the MidnightSun Publishing website. ‘Mama Ocean’ by Jane Jolly and Sally Heinrich is a charming cautionary tale about protecting the oceans. This picture book will transport […]
Review and author interview: ‘The Thing About Oliver’.
Title: The Thing About Oliver Author: Deborah Kelly Publisher: Wombat Books Publication date: October 2019 Suitable age: 8+ Themes: Family dynamics, difference and diversity, courage, coping with change, fostering empathy, marine life. Other notable information: ‘The Thing About Oliver’ has been shortlisted for the 2020 Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year for […]
Poetry Books
The poetry books selected would make excellent additions to home, school and classroom libraries. They are suitable for children in middle to upper primary school. They could also be enjoyable and useful with lower secondary school students. All of these poetry books are entertaining, educational and inspiring. ‘Anna the Goanna and Other Poems’ by Jill […]