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The Friendly Games

By Kaye Baillie
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The Friendly Games by Kaye Baillie is a beautifully illustrated children's book that tells the story of two young boys from different backgrounds who discover friendship and unity during an international athletic competition. Set against the backdrop of the first Commonwealth Games, the narrative celebrates sportsmanship, teamwork, and understanding across cultures, delivering an inspiring message for young readers.
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Format: Hardback
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The Friendly Games

Ages 6+ In 1956 Melbourne hosted the Summer Olympic Games. Student John Wing was so proud of his country, one of the friendliest places on earth. But when world tensions dominated the news, John wrote an urgent letter suggesting how to change the Closing Ceremony to bring all nations together as one.

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*Shortlisted for the NSW Premier's History Awards 2021: Young people's history prize*

Ages 6+

In 1956 Melbourne hosted the Summer Olympic Games. Student John Wing was so proud of his country, one of the friendliest places on earth. But when world tensions dominated the news, John wrote an urgent letter suggesting how to change the Closing Ceremony to bring all nations together as one.

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Read John Wing's letters to the Olympic Committee here

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925227642

Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Fiona Burrows

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 256.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

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