This week, I have great pleasure in introducing you to Allison Paterson and her beautiful non-fiction picture book Australia Remembers: Anzac Day, Remembrance Day and War Memorials. With the observance of Remembrance Day occurring on the weekend, the interview is timely.
This post is but one of several celebrating Elizabeth’s beautiful picture book in Romi Sharp’s Books on Tour. Please read to the end of the post for details of other posts celebrating Elizabeth’s work.
About the book
The book explains, in a way that is detailed but accessible for a young audience, the origins and significance of both Anzac Day and Remembrance Day. Explanations of the traditions and symbols ensure that children understand why it is important to observe these historical events and why we should never forget those who fought for our country, and those who keep us safe today.
This volume is the first in a series. The second volume Australia Remembers: Customs and Traditions of the Australian Defence Force will be released in 2019.
About the author
Continue reading: Interview with Allison Paterson about her non-fiction book Australia Remembers – just in time for Remembrance Day – readilearn
Norah Colvin 
Can’t wait to read Allison’s book. Have just ordered it! Will be great for my ESL learners. 🙂
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Ooh! That’s exciting. Thanks, Robin. It will be great for helping your ESL learners understand these aspects of Australian culture. I hadn’t thought about that application before, but it should be perfect for your students. Please let me know how useful you find it.
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Timely post, Norah, and the book looks attractive. Must be a difficult issue to address with young children in an evenhanded and not too scary way.
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It is a difficult topic, Anne. It’s hard sometimes to know how much to say.
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It is so important to remember this history. Kudos for spotlighting this.
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I agree, Jacqui. Thank you for reading and commenting. 🙂
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