Our First Nations book collection is printed on demand, meaning each title is created as it’s ordered. This method helps us publish in a sustainable way, avoiding waste while keeping stories and language learning resources available.
These books are designed to teach and celebrate Aboriginal languages by naturally incorporating words into engaging stories. The narratives weave language into meaningful contexts that are fun for readers of all ages.
What these books offer:
Introduce Aboriginal language vocabulary through storytelling
Encourage deeper cultural understanding
Support learning for families, schools, and communities
Honour the guidance of Elders and language custodians
Because the books are printed when ordered, delivery times may vary slightly. This respectful approach ensures language and cultural knowledge are shared thoughtfully — only as needed — supporting the preservation and continued growth of living traditions.
Yuwi Language Books
Younga Bauru’s Journey: A Dreamtime Tale is a beautifully told First Nations story that follows a wise mother turtle guided by the Ancestors and the moon. Through gentle storytelling, children are introduced to Yuwi language, Dreaming knowledge, and the importance of caring for land and sea. This meaningful book nurtures respect for Country, builds cultural understanding, and encourages young readers to walk their own path with strength and courage.
Lizzy the Clever Dhagany is a First Nations children’s story shared through the knowledge of Yuwi Elders from the Mackay region of Queensland. Set along the warm, winding rivers of Yuwi Country, the story follows Lizzy, a clever saltwater crocodile, as she teaches her young yalo dhagany important lessons about patience, safety, and survival.
Through gentle storytelling and engaging illustrations, children are introduced to Yuwi language words, woven naturally throughout the story to support learning and understanding. The book shares cultural knowledge about family roles, caring for young ones, and respecting the rhythms of the natural world.
Arie the Wanmal and Her Tree in Yuwi Country is a gentle, culturally rich children’s story that invites young readers to slow down, listen, and connect deeply with Country.
Through the eyes of Arie, a sweet little wanmal (koala), children discover life in Yuwi Country and the special relationship between animals, land, and language. As Arie grows, rests, eats, and learns from her younga (mother), the story quietly weaves Yuwi language into everyday moments, helping children build familiarity with First Nations words in a natural and respectful way.
Ghungulu Language Books
Poppy-May Woora (Woora means Kangaroo) is an Aboriginal story gifted through the knowledge of our Ghungalu Elders. It carries cultural wisdom and introduces young readers to the Ghungalu language, keeping words and stories alive for generations to come.
Blending storytelling, language, and vibrant illustrations, this book invites children to journey alongside Poppy-May, discovering kinship, Country, and spirit. Each page opens a doorway to Aboriginal culture, where learning language becomes part of the adventure.
A celebration of culture, family, and tradition — Poppy-May Woora is a story to treasure, learn from, and share.
Lilli the Black Duck is a powerful children’s story about family, protection, and the deep connection between animals, people, and Country.
Set around a swamp that has been cared for across generations, this story follows Lilli, a mara-ban (black duck), as she prepares to protect her eggs and raise her young. Through her journey, children learn that Country is not just a place, but a living home shared by many creatures, each with a role and responsibility.
Guided by knowledge shared by Ghungalu Elders, the story gently introduces children to Ghungalu language while teaching respect for wildlife, caring for breeding places, and understanding why certain areas must be protected at different times. The presence of a ranger highlights how cultural knowledge and modern care can work together to keep Country safe.
Maude Mangalang is a First Nations story shared through the knowledge of Ghungalu Elders from Central Queensland. Through the journey of Maude, a young sand goanna, this story passes on cultural knowledge about family, Country, seasons, and the life cycles of animals. Alongside the story, children are introduced to Ghungalu language, with key words woven naturally throughout the text to support learning and understanding. Told with warmth, humour, and care, this book honours the role of Elders, the strength of family, and the deep connection between language, culture, and the land. It invites young readers to learn through story, observation, and respect for the natural world.