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Step into the heart of Central Australia in the 1960s through the eyes of Ruby, a young Luritja girl navigating life on a cattle station. Us Mob Walawurru is a powerful coming-of-age story that captures the realities of growing up in a time and place shaped by cultural divide, family duty, and deep connection to land and language. Ruby’s experiences reflect the challenges faced by many Aboriginal children: from navigating linguistic and cultural differences to managing expectations tied to kinship, identity, and country. Her story is tenderly written and layered with meaning, offering an honest and sensitive portrayal of Indigenous life through a child’s perspective. As readers follow Ruby’s journey, they gain insight into Aboriginal perspectives on ownership, relationship to land, and community. This book is a valuable resource for building cultural understanding in young readers, encouraging empathy and awareness while promoting authentic Indigenous voices. A compelling addition to any school or home library, Us Mob Walawurru is not only a literary experience but an invitation to appreciate the depth of Aboriginal storytelling.
Applications and Use
• Literature Studies: A rich text for upper primary and secondary English curriculum exploring voice, identity and cultural context.
• Indigenous Perspectives: Supports integration of First Nations content across learning areas in line with the Australian Curriculum.
• Home Reading: Encourages meaningful discussions about diversity, history, and growing up in a multicultural Australia.
• Book Clubs and Class Discussions: Ideal for prompting conversation around land, language, family, and responsibility.
Features
• Authentic Narrative: Told from the perspective of a young Luritja girl growing up in 1960s Central Australia.
• Educational Value: Offers genuine insight into Aboriginal culture, community and connection to country.
• Relatable Themes: Covers universal experiences such as family, identity, and coming of age.
• Classroom-Friendly Format: Clear structure and accessible language suited for middle to upper primary readers.
Specifications
• Age Recommendation: Best suited for readers aged 10+; appropriate for use in upper primary and early secondary classrooms.
• Format: Paperback, 168 pages.
• Dimensions: 198mm (H) x 128mm (W).
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