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HOW THE FISH GOT THEIR BONES 
Author:   Sam Thaiday  
Illustrator:   Tori-jay Mordey  
RRP:   $19.99
Online Price :  $18.00
10+ Copy Price :  $17.00         
Format:   Hardback 
Type of Book:   Aboriginal Picture Book 
ISBN:   9781761182716
Category:   Aboriginal Studies
Culture
Identity
Storytelling
First Nations
Australian History
Harmony Day
Country
Published:   20/05/2026
Availability:   New Release/Due August
We have stocks of this title on order, however it has not yet been published. The month of release is shown and it will be supplied to you once released by the publishers.


DESCRIPTION:

From the big heart of beloved NRL Broncos legend Sam Thaiday comes this wonderful rhyming picture book showcasing Torres Strait Islander storytelling and the importance of sharing, brought to life by Tori-Jay Mordey's stunning illustrations. Stories are our history Passed on down the line But sometimes they get lost And jumbled over time This story is about the fish In all their scaly tones - The story of the fish And how they got their bones When two boys encounter an old man on the beach, their fateful decision not to share their abundant catch with him has far-reaching consequences. With a rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations full of drama, How the Fish Got Their Bones carries a powerful environmental message for young and old.



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