Author Description

Adapted from Briggs' celebrated song 'The Children Came Back<i>'</i>, <i>Our Home, Our Heartbeat</i> is a celebration of past and present Indigenous legends, as well as emerging generations, and at its heart honours the oldest continuous culture on earth.<br> <br> <br> <br> Readers will recognise Briggs' distinctive voice and contagious energy within the pages of <i>Our Home, Our Heartbeat</i>, signifying a new and exciting chapter in children's Indigenous publishing. <ul> <li>Winner of the ABIA Children's Book of the Year Award</li> <li>Shortlisted for the Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards</li> <li>A Booktopia FAB Awards Top 10 Book </li> </ul> JUST RIGHT FOR YOUNG READERS: In addition to introducing readers to Indigenous legends, the read-aloud text mimic's Brigg's lyricism, allowing for energetic and engaging story time. <br> <br> A DIFFERENT KIND OF FIRST NATIONS BOOK: Contemporary illustration by Kate Moon and Rachael Sarra complement Brigg's modern descriptive text. <br> <br> IMMERSIVE AND INFORMATIVE: Through narrative discovery young readers will be introduced to some of Australia's Indigenous heroes, and are given the opportunity to learn more at the end of the book. <br> <br> HIGH-PROFILE CREATOR: Briggs is a much-loved hip-hop artist, screenwriter and producer. <br> <br> IMPORTANT RESOURCE BOOK: Educators, librarians and parents love <i>Our Home Our Heartbeat</i> for its compelling visual storytelling and inspiring role models to help young readers learn about First People's achievements in our history. <br> <br> <br> <br> Perfect for: <ul> <li>Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for an engaging book about Australia's Indigenous legends. </li> <li>Teachers, librarians, and educators looking for First Nations and Indigenous stories.</li> <li>Gift-giving for birthdays, celebrations and graduations.</li> </ul>