Nginingawila Ngirramini

Our Story

Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrar

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Hachette Australia
22 March 2016

Indigenous peoples; True stories (Children's&YA); Kids Australian

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ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This lovely little production celebrates the life stories and aspirations of nine girls from the Tiwi Islands. As part of the fabulous Indigenous Literacy Foundation's work, the girls were brought to Sydney for mentoring at Hachette, to create stories, cultivate knowledge and motivate self-esteem. Apart from the introductions, the book is the work of each girl, featuring their words and artworks. They tell of their lives, proudest moments, sacred places and heroes. An excellent and commendable project for the girls to have been involved in, but also a generous act of sharing towards the readers. Lindy

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Nginingawila Ngirramini - Tiwi language for 'Our Story' - is a celebration of pride and a window into the lives of nine talented, intelligent and funny teenage girls from the Tiwi Islands.

In this collection of inspiring pieces, the girls share stories about their heroes, their sacred places and the happiest moments of their lives. With an introduction by Indigenous Literacy Foundation ambassador Dr Anita Heiss and author Pamela Freeman, Nginingawila Ngirramini was created in Sydney as part of the ILF s Create Initiative, a workshop program to improve literacy.

Students: Bobette Joran, Rina Moreen, Sharna Austral, Jess Stassi, Shania Puruntatameri, Ella Moreen, Sherayne Puruntatameri, Jasmine Brooks and Angelita Tipungwuti.

By: Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrar
Imprint: Hachette Australia
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 223mm, Width: 216mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 180g
ISBN: 9780734417077
ISBN 10: 0734417071
Publication Date: 22 March 2016
Audience: Children/juvenile , Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , English as a second language , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active