Our Race for Reconciliation
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Our Race for Reconciliation
$16.99
Our Race for Reconciliation follows ten-year-old Mel Gordon, an Aboriginal girl who loves running and looks up to her hero, Australian Olympic champion Cathy Freeman.
Set in the year 2000, Mel is excited about the Sydney Olympics and thrilled when she discovers that Cathy Freeman is coming to speak at her school. But the year brings much more than sporting excitement. Mel and her family travel to Sydney to take part in Corroboree 2000 and the People’s Walk for Reconciliation across Sydney Harbour Bridge, where thousands of Australians come together to celebrate Indigenous heritage and acknowledge the wrongs of the past.
Through Mel's eyes, readers discover an important period in Australian history while exploring family, friendship, identity, Aboriginal culture, reconciliation and the importance of learning from the past.
Why you'll love it:
· Introduces children to important events in Australia's reconciliation history
· Features an Aboriginal girl inspired by Cathy Freeman and her love of running
· Explores themes of family, friendship, identity, culture and belonging
· Provides an accessible introduction to reconciliation and Australia's history
Perfect for upper-primary readers, families, libraries and classrooms exploring First Nations perspectives, Australian history, Aboriginal culture, reconciliation and the Sydney 2000 Olympics.
Book details
Author: Anita Heiss
Series: My Australian Story
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: 192
ISBN: 9781760276119
Publisher: Omnibus Books
Publication: 2017
Age: 9–12 years
Genre: Historical Fiction / Children's Fiction
Frequently asked questions
What is Our Race for Reconciliation about?
Ten-year-old Mel Gordon looks up to Cathy Freeman and experiences the Sydney 2000 Olympics alongside Corroboree 2000 and the Walk for Reconciliation.
What themes does Our Race for Reconciliation explore?
Our Race for Reconciliation explores themes of reconciliation, Aboriginal identity, Australian history, sport, family and social change.
What age group is Our Race for Reconciliation suitable for?
Our Race for Reconciliation is suitable for upper primary and lower secondary readers. Educators and families may wish to consider individual readers' maturity and the themes explored in the book.
How can educators use Our Race for Reconciliation in the classroom?
Educators can use Our Race for Reconciliation for shared or independent reading, literature study and guided discussion. The book can support conversations connected to reconciliation, Aboriginal identity, Australian history, sport, family and social change, with activities adapted to the age and learning needs of students.
Can Our Race for Reconciliation be used to teach First Nations perspectives?
Yes. Our Race for Reconciliation can support learning about First Nations perspectives through its Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander voices, characters, histories, cultures or experiences. It should be used in conjunction with other learning materials that provide appropriate cultural context and deeper learning, and educators are encouraged to seek guidance and input from their local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community where possible.