"My Home in Kakadu" By Jane Christophersen
My Home in Kakadu is a heartfelt children's picture book that offers an authentic, child’s-eye view of life in the Top End of Australia. Narrated by Tarrah, a young Aboriginal girl, this book invites readers to journey through Kakadu National Park with her and her family as they gather bush tucker, go hunting and fishing, and live according to the seasons and cycles of Country.
Written by respected Bunitj Elder Jane Christophersen, the story is both a celebration of cultural knowledge and a powerful act of storytelling that honours First Nations connection to land. Each activity is tied to the changes in nature and the passing of seasons, helping young readers understand the interconnectedness between people, plants, animals, and place.
This book is ideal for classrooms, libraries, and families seeking culturally rich stories that highlight the beauty and significance of First Nations ways of life.
- ISBN: 9781875641932
- ISBN-10: 1875641939
- Audience: Children
- For Ages: 5+ years old
- For Grades: K+
- Format: Paperback
- Language: English
- Number Of Pages: 32
- Published: 3rd September 2005
- Publisher: Magabala Books
- Country of Publication: AU
- Dimensions (cm): 22 x 19 x 0.5
- Weight (kg): 0.13
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About Jane Christophersen
About Jane Christophersen
Jane Christophersen is a Bunitj Traditional Owner and Elder of Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory. She spent her early childhood living off the land before being taken to Darwin at around age nine. Jane has long been a passionate advocate for cultural preservation, land rights, and community storytelling.
Jane Christophersen is a Bunitj Traditional Owner and Elder of Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory. She spent her early childhood living off the land before being taken to Darwin at around age nine. Jane has long been a passionate advocate for cultural preservation, land rights, and community storytelling.