Stories for Simon

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Stories for Simon is a touching children's book about a young boy named Simon who learns about the significance of the 1965 Freedom Ride through a friendship with an Indigenous boy named Vic. As the two boys bond, Simon gains insight into Australia's past and the ongoing journey towards reconciliation, woven together with warmth and understanding.
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Stories for Simon

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A beautiful story of acknowledging the past and working together for a brighter future.

When Simon unwraps a beautiful boomerang wrapped in an old newspaper, he learns of the national apology to the Stolen Generations. Who were the Stolen Generations and how can saying 'sorry' help?

Through a new friendship and a magnificent collection of stories, Simon gains a deep appreciation of the past and a positive vision for the future.

Stories for Simon includes a foreword by Bidjigal Elder Vic Simms and endorsement from Adam Goodes, Australian of the Year 2014.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143784258

Publisher: Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 February 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Random House Australia Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Lauren Briggs

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 252.0mm

Height: 252.0mm

Weight: 165g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Lisa Miranda Sarzin (Author) Lisa Miranda Sarzin is a former lawyer and current PhD student. Together with her mother, Dr Anne Sarzin, Lisa has written a non-fiction book about collaborative initiatives between Jewish and Indigenous people in the realm of social justice. She is married with three young sons. Stories for Simon is Lisa's first children's book. Lauren Briggs (Illustrator) Lauren Briggs is a graphic designer, illustrator and mother of four children. She specialises in etching and print-making, and Stories for Simon is her first book.

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