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Sometimes grown-ups tell scary stories to teach kids a lesson. And sometimes those scary stories turn out to be true. Sarah, Jay and Rene find out the hard way what sort of tale their nan's woordatj story is when they wander off into the bush despite her warnings. Waarda, Nyungar is a series designed to support the literacy needs of Indigenous children in primary school.

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[The] bright covers and numerous line drawings, big print and short chapters [are] all essential for encouraging emerging readers . . . the author's brief biography and inspirations for the books will also scaffold emerging writing. --West Australian
Accessible for younger readers of all backgrounds from the age of five and up . . . [A] strong storyline and unique cultural insights, make this book [a] successful addition to the Waarda series. --Junior Bookseller+Publisher
The charm of the story is that a little mystery remains . . . it is certainly likeable as well as moral, inclusive and educational . . . it will be fun for all children to share Nan's story. --MC Reviews: Culture and the Media
The story is intended to instill caution and respect for the bush . . . Chapters are short and perfect for readers in transition from picture books to novels. --Aussie reviews.com

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