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How the Fish Got Their Bones
A Torres Strait Islands Story
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Stories are our historyPassed on down the lineBut sometimes they get lostAnd jumbled over time This story is about the fishIn all their scaly tones -The story of the fishAnd how they got their bones Sam Thaiday, Broncos legend, brings to vivid life a powerful teaching...
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From the big heart of beloved NRL Broncos legend Sam Thaiday comes this wonderful rhyming picture book showcasing Torres Strait Islander storytelling and the importance of sharing, brought to life by Tori-Jay Mordey's stunning illustrations.
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Description
Stories are our history
Passed on down the line
But sometimes they get lost
And jumbled over time
This story is about the fish
In all their scaly tones -
The story of the fish
And how they got their bones
Sam Thaiday, Broncos legend, brings to vivid life a powerful teaching story from the Torres Strait.
When two boys encounter an old man on the beach, their fateful decision not to share their abundant catch with him has far-reaching consequences.
With a rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations full of drama, How the Fish Got Their Bones carries a powerful environmental message for young and old.
Perfect for:
- Reading aloud with little ones
- Introducing the power of storytelling
- Showcasing the Torres Strait environment and the importance of balance in the natural world
- Teachers and librarians to introduce First Nations culture to young readers
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761182716
Publisher: A&U Children's
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 04 August 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: A&U Children
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Tori-Jay Mordey
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 280.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 366g
Pages: 24
About the Author
Sam Thaiday is a hugely popular NRL legend of Torres Strait Islander and Australian descent. Sam spent his entire career with the Broncos. In 2012, he was awarded the Captaincy and went on to win the Dally M Award for Best Second Row Player. Sam was also named in the Indigenous Rugby League Team of the Century. He retired from NRL at the end of the 2018 season, cementing himself in an elite club of players having played over 300 games for one club. Sam now has a career in media, and sports commentary for the NRL. In 2025 he was crowned King of the Jungle on I'm a Celebrity . . . Get Me Out of Here! while raising vital funds for charity.
Tori-Jay Mordey is a First Nations Australian artist and illustrator based in Meanjin/Brisbane. Her Torres Strait Islander and English heritage is often reflected in her contemporary Indigenous art practice - digital illustrations, drawing, painting, printmaking, film and mural art.
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