"The lost girl" By Ambelin Kwaymullina, Leanne Tobin (Illustrator)
The girl had lost her way. She had wandered away from the Mothers, the Aunties and the Grandmothers, from the Fathers and the Uncles and the Grandfathers. Who will show her the way home?
The Lost Girl is a powerful and tender story about a young girl who becomes separated from her community. As she journeys through the landscape, it is Mother Nature who gently leads her back to safety, showing the strength, wisdom, and comfort found in Country.
Written by Ambelin Kwaymullina and illustrated by Leanne Tobin, The Lost Girl is a celebration of culture, resilience, and the guiding power of nature. The book beautifully captures the cultural understanding that Country is family, teacher, and protector. Leanne Tobin’s rich, earthy illustrations bring the journey to life with authenticity and warmth.
Perfect for classrooms and families, this story fosters conversations around caring for Country, listening to Elders, and honouring our place in the world.
- ISBN: 9781921977060
- ISBN-10: 192197706X
- Audience: Children
- For Ages: 5+ years old
- Format: Paperback
- Language: English
- Number Of Pages: 32
- Published: 1st June 2017
- Publisher: Walker Books Australia
- Country of Publication: AU
- Dimensions (cm): 0.5 x 24 x 27.1
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Weight (kg): 0.194
More About The Artist
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About Ambelin Kwaymullina
About Ambelin Kwaymullina
Ambelin Kwaymullina is an Aboriginal writer and artist from the Palyku people of the Pilbara region in Western Australia. She shares stories across a range of forms - picture books, novels, essays and poetry - drawing on her deep cultural knowledge and strong connection to Country.
Her work often explores themes of identity, belonging and caring for the land, offering powerful insights for readers of all ages. Ambelin’s books have received national recognition, winning awards such as the Victorian Premier's Literary Award and the Aurealis Award, and continue to spark important conversations about culture, community and future generations.
Ambelin Kwaymullina is an Aboriginal writer and artist from the Palyku people of the Pilbara region in Western Australia. She shares stories across a range of forms - picture books, novels, essays and poetry - drawing on her deep cultural knowledge and strong connection to Country.
Her work often explores themes of identity, belonging and caring for the land, offering powerful insights for readers of all ages. Ambelin’s books have received national recognition, winning awards such as the Victorian Premier's Literary Award and the Aurealis Award, and continue to spark important conversations about culture, community and future generations.