Noongar Boodja Waangkan

Name: Noongar Boodja Waangkan
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781760991975
Price: 27.0 NZD
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Noongar First Words

By Jayden Boundry

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Noongar Boodja Waangkan by Jayden Boundry is a captivating children's book that explores the rich culture of the Noongar people, indigenous to the southwestern part of Australia. The story takes young readers on an enchanting journey through traditional tales, teachings, and the beauty of the natural world that the Noongar people hold dear. It's a perfect introduction to a vibrant culture and a celebration of heritage and connection to the land.
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If you are interested in learning about the rich cultural heritage and stories of the Noongar people, this book delights with its engaging storytelling. Young readers and those interested in indigenous culture may find it particularly appealing for its celebration of language and traditions.

Noongar Boodja Waangkan

Description

Noongar Boodja Waangkan - Talking on Noongar Country is an illustrated book of first Noongar words.

Wandjoo Noongar boodja - welcome to Noongar Country!

Noongar is the language of the Noongar nation and is spoken by fourteen different groups across the south-west corner of Western Australia.

Written in Noongar and English, this fully-illustrated collection of first Noongar words includes family, plants, animals, emotions, colours, numbers, and more, with an audio link guide for pronunciation.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Noongar Boodja Waangkan is praised for being an engaging and educational resource for introducing children and adults to the Noongar language, making it a valuable addition to any diverse library collection, particularly in classrooms. Reviewers highlight its appeal to both young readers and adults through dynamic layouts and Waiganas' vibrant illustrations, which add energy and humour. The book offers an inviting way to appreciate and understand First Nations languages across Australia.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760991975

Publisher: Fremantle Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 August 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Fremantle Press

Contributors:

Illustrated by Tyrown Waigana

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 193.0mm

Height: 257.0mm

Weight: 316g

Pages: 24

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Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jayden Boundry Penguin Books

About the Author

Jayden Boundry is Wadjak Balardong Noongar and Badimaya Yamatji. He is a Noongar language teacher and cultural consultant, didgeridoo player, traditional dancer and storyteller with Ngalak Nidja. Tyrown Waigana is a Wardandi Noongar (southwest cape country) and Ait Koedhal (Torres Strait Islander) multi-disciplinary artist and designer.

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