"Backyard Footy" By Carl Merrison (Hardcover)

Jy is playing football alone in his small backyard in the Kimberley, but when he accidentally kicks the ball over the fence, a footy adventure begins! Footy by yourself is fun but playing with mates is better.

The first title in a joyful black&write! Fellowship-winning series, where the fun only grows with family and friends!

About the Author

Carl Merrison is a respected Jaru/Kija man from the Halls Creek area who came WA runner up Australian of the Year - Local Hero in 2016. He has worked for over ten years alongside Aboriginal youth as a mentor and coach. Carl was the winner of the black&write! Fellowship in 2020 for his young readers' series Backyard Sports (coming in 2023). He was also shortlisted for the State Library Western Australia Writer's Fellowship for his proposal, Kimberley Kickers series.

ISBN: 9780734421517
ISBN-10: 0734421516
Audience: Children
For Ages: 3+ years old
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 32
Published: 31st May 2023
Publisher: Lothian Children's Books
Dimensions (cm): 0.9 x 25.6 x 25.6
Weight (kg): 0.4
Edition Number: 1