Our homes are where we feel safe and happy. But did you know that many of the accidents that happen to children are at home? Watch out for small toys, be careful in the kitchen, and always take care when playing outside. 'Home Safety' is important!
When European settlers came to Australia, they brought many plant and animal species with them. Introduction and Extinction describes how the Australian environment has been changed forever by these plants and animals. It also explores attempts to control the spreas of introduced species and the efforts to save native animals from extinction." -- Cover.
Captivating the Nation explores stories that have captivated the Australian nation. Each story has an element of mystery, tragedy or joy. Some of them are about ordinary people who found themselves in extraordinary situations. Most of the stories were headline news at the time; a few have become legend. All of these stories are now part of out history." -- Cover.
People from across the world came to live in the Australian colonies. They came from a variety of reasons. Some of those who made the journey were sent as punishment; others were searching for a new beginning. For Aboriginal people, the arrival of the settlers bought many challenges. For most of those who lived in the colonies, there was both hardship and opportunity." -- Cover.
In January 1788, the First Fleet arrived in Sydney Cove, marking the beginning of European settlement in Australia. Establishing the Colonies explores the events, challenges and achievements that occurred as the colonies were settled. It describes the sufferings of the convicts, the excitement of the gold strikes, the Europeans' efforts to explore the land, and the impact on Aboriginal peoples." -- Cover.
Surviving Nature's Forces explores the natural forces that are an ongoing part of the Australian landscape, such as fire, flood ane drought. The impact of these natural forces throughout history is explored through personal recollections, paintings, official reports, newspaper articles, journal entries and photographs." -- Cover.
Contributing to a Better Nation explores the contributions of ten very different Australians. Some of these people have achieved recognition at a national or an international level, while others have worked quietly in their own community. All have used their vision, knowledge and skill to make Australia a better place." -- Cover.
A resourceful person finds unique and clever ways to overcome challenges - a quality that is much needed during times of conflict. Over the last century, Australians have demonstrated resourcefulness during wartime in many ways, from surviving in harsh environments without specialist equipment, to deceiving the enemy with ingenious plans or inventing new and effective weapons. This book explores examples of Australian wartime innovation, some of which occurred in Australia - in laboratories, offices and homes - and some on the battlefields where Australians have fought." -- introduction, page 3.
All Australians have a relationship to the land around them. Caring for Country explores the connection that a wide range of groups and individuals-from the Wik people and farmers to conservationists and firefighters-have to the land. While each connection is very different, everyone feels a responsibility to "care for coutry". -- Cover.
For more than 200 years, people from other countries have been settling in Australia. Some were sent to Australia against their will. others came in search of gold and new opportunities. Many had to escape war or disaster. Coming to Australia tells the stories of just a few of the people who have made this journey." -- Cover.
Making a new home in a new land is always difficult, and people respond to the situation in a variety of ways. Making Australia Home explores how ten people or groups created a new home in Australia. For some, it was by holding on to anything familiar; for others, it was by embracing all that was new." -- Cover.
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