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Baby Business

By Jasmine Seymour
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Baby Business by Jasmine Seymour is a delightful children's book that guides young readers through the rich traditions of a baby's smoking ceremony in Aboriginal culture. The story beautifully illustrates the welcoming of a baby into family and community, celebrating the nurturing connections of love, tradition, and nature. It's an engaging introduction to indigenous customs, filled with vibrant illustrations.
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This beautifully illustrated children's book may appeal to you if you're interested in stories that celebrate Indigenous Australian culture. Through its vibrant artwork and engaging narrative, it offers young readers a gentle introduction to traditional baby blessings and community values, fostering an appreciation for cultural heritage and family bonds.

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*Winner of CBCA 2020 Notable Book of the Year: Picture Book*

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Winner of CBCA 2020 Notable Book of the Year: Picture Book

Longlisted for the 2020 ABIA Small Publishers' Children's Book of the Year

Age range 3 to 6

Baby Business tells the story of the baby smoking ceremony that welcomes baby to country. The smoke is a blessing - it will protect the baby and remind them that they belong. This beautiful ritual is recounted in a way young children will completely relate to.

Jasmine Seymour is a Darug woman and a descendant of Maria Lock, daughter of Yarramundi, the Boorooberongal Elder who had met Governor Phillip on the banks of the Hawkesbury in 1791. It is Jasmine's wish that through her books, everyone will know that the Darug mob are still here, still strong. Jasmine is a primary school teacher in the Hawkesbury area of NSW.

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Baby Business by Jasmine Seymour is a delightful children's book that beautifully introduces young readers to the significance of a traditional Aboriginal smoking ceremony. The illustrations are vibrant and evocative, bringing Australian culture to life in a way that is accessible and engaging for children. Reviewers appreciate the book's ability to educate and entertain, offering a captivating glimpse into an important cultural practice.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925768671

Publisher: Magabala Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Magabala Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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