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Australia - the people
Crabtree Publishing

32 pages (HC)
8 1/2 x 11
0778793443
AGES 7-14
$25.95

32 pages (PB
8 1/2 x 11
0778797120
AGES 7-14
$9.95

Australia - the people

Erinn Banting

How do people survive in Australia's outback? Australia the People takes children on a journey through the country's Aboriginal heritage, European colonization and modern life. Spectacular color photographs introduce children to the lifestyles of Australia's multicultural society. Topics include: ? the history, lifestyles, and celebrations of Australia's Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders ? the arrival of European convicts and free settlers ? the growth of Australia, including the role of ANZAC troops in world wars ? Aussie Rules football, rugby, cricket, and other land sports ? travel in the outback ? water sports such as surfing, snorkeling and surf lifesaving carnivals ? schools of the air and the flying doctor