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Tamarra: A Story of Termites on Gurindji Country

Tamarra: A Story of Termites on Gurindji Country

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Tamarra: A Story of Termites on Gurindji Country is a captivating illustrated science book that explores termites' life through storytelling from the Gurindji People, featuring four types of termite poo, a warm paste made from termite mound, and spinifex, one of the strongest plants in the world. Created by over 30 First Nations and non-Indigenous contributors, the story and artworks connect different parts of Country, making it a truly original and educational journey for children aged 7 to 12 years.

Format: Hardback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 05 July 2023
Publisher: Hardie Grant Explore


Tamarra: A Story of Termites on Gurindji Country is a captivating illustrated science book that invites children into the world of termites through captivating storytelling from the Gurindji People. Did you know that there are four different types of termite poop? Or that a warm paste made from termite mounds is used to strengthen a Gurindji baby's body and spirit? Or that spinifex, a plant that termites consume, is one of the strongest in the world? Tamarra is a collaborative effort between over 30 First Nations and non-Indigenous contributors, and the story and artwork explore the intricate connections between termites and their mounds, spanning from the tiny Gurindji babies and their loving grandmothers to the towering spiky spinifex plants that thrive in the scorching sun. Written in traditional Gurindji, Gurindj Kriol, and English, with a QR code to an audio version in the language, Tamarra is a truly original story that combines education and culture, offering readers a captivating and educational journey through Gurindji Country. Suitable for children aged 7 to 12 years, Tamarra is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about the fascinating world of termites and their role in the environment.

Weight: 750g
Dimension: 267 x 267 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781741178302

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