"Staircase to the Moon" By Bronwyn Houston
Staircase to the Moon follows the magical nighttime adventure of a young girl and her grandfather as they sneak out under a Broome sky to climb the staircase to the moon. Along the way, they dodge bloodthirsty mosquitoes, duck under dive-bombing bats, and trudge through sinking mangrove mud to reach the shimmering base of the moonlit path.
Inspired by the natural phenomenon seen in Broome — where the full moon reflects across the tidal mudflats creating the illusion of a glowing staircase — this story captures both the enchantment of place and the strength of intergenerational relationships.
Bronwyn Houston’s storytelling and vivid illustrations bring the wonders of the Kimberley region to life, making this a perfect book for early childhood readers. It also serves as a beautiful resource for embedding an Aboriginal perspective into space and nature themes in the classroom.
- ISBN: 9781921248290
- ISBN-10: 1921248297
- Audience: Children
- For Ages: 3 - 5 years old
- For Grades: PS - K
- Format: Paperback
- Language: English
- Number Of Pages: 32
- Published: 1st January 2011
- Publisher: Magabala Books
- Country of Publication: AU
- Dimensions (cm): 24.1 x 20.1 x 0.3
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Weight (kg):
0.17
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About Bronwyn Houston
About Bronwyn Houston
Bronwyn Houston is descended from the Nyiyaparli and Yindjiparndi people of the Wana clan in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. She is a talented artist and author who grew up in Broome, drawing inspiration from the vibrant landscapes and colours of the region. Her distinctive art style combines textured collage and rich natural tones, capturing the essence of the Australian environment and wildlife. Bronwyn has published multiple children’s books celebrating Indigenous culture and Country.
Bronwyn Houston is descended from the Nyiyaparli and Yindjiparndi people of the Wana clan in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. She is a talented artist and author who grew up in Broome, drawing inspiration from the vibrant landscapes and colours of the region. Her distinctive art style combines textured collage and rich natural tones, capturing the essence of the Australian environment and wildlife. Bronwyn has published multiple children’s books celebrating Indigenous culture and Country.