Ninni Yabini

Name: Ninni Yabini
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781760991210
Price: 30.0 NZD
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A dual language Australian First Nations picture book about finding your way home

By Cheryl Kickett-Tucker and Tyrown Waigana

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Summary

Ninni Yabini by Cheryl Kickett-Tucker and Tyrown Waigana is a delightful children's book that beautifully captures the vibrancy of nocturnal life in the Australian bush. It follows the curious and playful experiences of a young girl as she embarks on a nighttime adventure. Through engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations, the book invites readers to explore the wonders of nature and the importance of family connections.
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Description

Ninni Yabini, written in Noongar and English and illustrated with striking contemporary artwork, is a memorable celebration of family and belonging.

In this delightful picture book, Mother and Father swan are busy rebuilding their nests after a storm when their baby, Ninni Yabini, wanders off. Luckily, the evening star, his namesake, comes out to guide him home.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760991210

Publisher: Fremantle Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 August 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Fremantle Press

Contributors:

Illustrated by Tyrown Waigana

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 243.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 406g

Pages: 32

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Cheryl Kickett-Tucker Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Tyrown Waigana

About the Author

Cheryl Kickett-Tucker (Author) Professor Cheryl Kickett-Tucker is a highly respected Wadjuk Noongar Traditional Owner, research academic, community development practitioner, youth basketball coach, public speaker and author. Cheryl has worked with Australian Aboriginal people all her life in the fields of education, sport and health and is very passionate about using her knowledge and experience to make a real difference to the lives of Aboriginal children and their families. Tyrown Waigana (Illustrator) Tyrown Waigana is a Wardandi Noongar (southwest cape country) and Ait Koedhal (Torres Strait Islander) multi-disciplinary artist and graphic designer.

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