Wheres My Minya Marlu
(Board book)
Publishing Details
Wheres My Minya Marlu
By (Author) Mia Speed
Indigenous Literacy Foundation
Indigenous Literacy Foundation
8th October 2024
Australia
Classifications
Physical Properties
Board book
16
Width 189mm, Height 174mm, Spine 13mm
244g
Description
Marlu (kangaroo) is looking for her minya marlu (little kangaroo/joey). Will garliya (emu), wardu (wombat), dyilga-marda (echidna) or any of the other animals be able to help her The first book from a talented young Wirangu woman, created as a language resource for kids in her Community.
Author Bio
Mia Speed is 18 years old. She grew up in Port Lincoln and is now completing tertiary education. Mia is a proud Wirangu woman who enjoys learning about her culture and creating art. She created the book at the age of 16 as part of a research school project, with a goal of providing a Wirangu language resource for kids in the Community.
