Walk With Us by Adam Goodes, Ellie Laing & David Hardy (Picture Book Review)

Today I'm reviewing the latest book in the Welcome to Our Country Series by Adam Goodes, Ellie Laing and David Hardy. Walk With Us is a gorgeous exploration of ways to connect with the history, culture and knowledge of Australia's Indigenous People.

Thank you to the publisher, @allenandunwin, for the review copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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🍃 SYNOPSIS 🍃
Walk With Us is inspired by the Uluru Statement from the Heart, and invites readers to find out more about the First Nations Country where they live. From Australian of the Year Adam Goodes, former journalist Ellie Laing, and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy.

Harvey and Mum are heading to their favourite park for a walk on Cammeraygal land.

'Time to awaken the ancestors,' says Uncle Boris. 'Every time we sing or acknowledge Country, the ancestors are listening.'

What do you know about the Country where you live?

Inspired by the Uluru Statement from the Heart, Walk With Us is an invitation to go on a journey of learning and appreciation – with family, with friends, and with our nation – together.

The bestselling Welcome to Our Country series aims to connect young children, parents and educators with First Nations history and culture.

Timestamp
0:00 Acknowledgement of Country
0:16 Intro
0:43 Walk With Us review
3:27 Wrap-Up

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