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2022 CBCA Book of the Year Notables – Picture Book

All that I’m wishing,
Is that you take a moment to listen…

A slam poetry persuasive and powerful vision of unity from award-winning First Nations creator Gregg Dreise. Passionate, yet peaceful, Common Wealth is a compelling plea for a future of truth, togetherness and respect for our nation’s deep history.
• A picture book for mature readers.
• From multi award-winning author and artist, Gregg Dreise – a proud descendant of the Kamilaroi and Euahlayi people.
• Valuable resource for discussion about the importance of moving forward together as a nation, with truth and respect for our history and Traditional Custodians.
• Timely themes for National Sorry Day and NAIDOC Week.
• Themes: Indigenous history; Australian history; Australia Day; Australian anthem; unity; community.

Contains some confronting images.

Ages 10-16