Learn About Australia for Kids: A History, Culture and Travel Guide for Ages 9-13 (Learn About the World)

My twelve-year-old walked into the room the other day and said, “How do you loik my het?” “Not bad!” I replied. “You’ve almost got the Australian accent nailed.” He walked away, mumbling, “I’d loik some chicken salt on thet?” Then he looked over his shoulder and asked, “Do they call it chicken or chook salt?” “Chicken salt,” I answered. “OK. Hooroo.” He said with a smile as he proudly continued walking. He thoroughly enjoyed Learn About Australia for Kids. Although it’s mostly a fun read, it doesn’t shy away from topics like colonization and The Stolen Generations. This book will teach your child about Australia’s troubled past and its glorious present day. Written for older kids aged 9-13, Learn About Australia is also a travel guide for kids. We visit all the major cities and tourist areas. We also learn about unusual places like Coober Pedy and what makes it unique. And, of course, no book about Australia is complete without discussing the wonderful endemic animals, including the infamous Drop Bear (wink!). Learn About Australia for Kids is part of the Learn About the World series. It’s filled with interesting facts, premium colour photographs and drawings, and some lighthearted stories for balance. Your child will learn a ton about Australia, and so will you!