Download or read book The Big Book of Verse for Aussie Kids written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2009-11-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Banjo Paterson to Spike Milligan, Rudyard Kipling to Hilaire Belloc, Lewis Carol to CJ Dennis - the most definitive collection of verse ever collected for Australian children. The Big Book of Verse for Aussie Kids is the most comprehensive, authoritative and definitive book of poetry ever published in Australia for children. In this wonderfully eclectic collection the famous rub shoulders with schoolyard rhymes, alphabets and nonsense verse. Here old favourites, that have been loved for generations, sit side by side an impressive selection of modern verse that kids will enjoy reading, reciting, laughing at, acting out and hearing, again and again. There are poems to delight and develop every child's sense of humour; poems to inspire and stretch every child's imagination, verses to provoke a sense of wonder in every child; playground verses that have been handed down over countless years; and the largest collection of nonsense verse ever assembled. All in all over 600 of the best verses for children in the English language have been especially chosen for Aussie kids. Unashamedly the emphasis is on Australian history and heritage - from Banjo Paterson and C J Dennis right down to Max Fatchen and Colin Thiel - but Hilaire Belloc, Rudyard Kipling, Spike Milligan and Robert Louis Stevenson are never far away.

Download or read book Big Book of Verse for Aussie Kids written by Jim Haynes and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Banjo Paterson to Spike Milligan, Rudyard Kipling to Hilaire Belloc, Lewis Carol to CJ Dennis - the most definitive collection of verse ever collected for Australian children.

Download or read book Mina and the Whole Wide World written by Sherryl Clark and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-02 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Jim Haynes Presents Rhymin Verse for Aussie Kids written by Jim Haynes and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Big Book of Australian Racing Stories written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2015-11-18 with total page 627 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate collection of great racing stories told in Jim Haynes's inimitable style. Jim Haynes, Australia's favourite tale teller, loves the sport of kings as much as he loves Aussie yarns and bush verse. From country picnic tracks to the thoroughbred racecourses of Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, from Archer to Black Caviar, from the mysterious punter Louis the Possum to the great trainer Bart Cummings, he brings these two great loves together in the biggest book of Australian racing stories ever. In these stories, full of the humour and romance of the track, Jim reminds us of the great champions, the tragedies, and the unique characters (equine and human) of racing. Here are stories of famous races and jockeys, touts and urgers, nose-to-nose battles and a rort or two, as well as country race meeting where anything can happen. This rich collection captures the heart and soul of the turf and reminds us exactly why a day at the races and having a punt are such an important part of the Australian spirit.

Download or read book Great Australian Rascals Rogues and Ratbags written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2022-11-01 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An incredible collection of true crime characters from Australia's master storyteller. The bold, the bad, and the slightly mad... Criminality, some say, is part of Australia's national identity, and in Great Australian Rascals, Rogues and Ratbags Jim Haynes profiles fifteen larger-than-life Aussie rogues - some of our greatest ne'er-do-wells from colonial times to the modern era. These stories uncover the truth and expose the myths about characters ranging from the most despicable examples of humanity, to those whose courage has to be admired and whose so-called 'crimes' were unjustly punished. This fascinating collection features felons who have sprung from Australia's underbelly since 1788, such as the infamous Kate Leigh of the razor gangs; the convict Mary Bryant, who in 1791 escaped from the Sydney penal settlement and somehow made it back to England; James Hardy Vaux, who was sent to Australia no less than three times; Henry James O'Farrell, the madman who attempted to murder Prince Alfred in Sydney in 1868; and John Leak, who was repeatedly charged with insolence, disobedience and being absent without leave in World War I - and awarded the Victoria Cross. Told with Jim's inimitable combination of history and humour, Great Australian Rascals, Rogues and Ratbags is packed with murders, mystery and miscreants: true stories of true criminals from Australia's past. 'entertaining . . . highly readable . . . you will find some genuinely amazing new facts and insights.' ArtsHub

Download or read book A Book for Kids written by C J Dennis and published by . This book was released on 2023-12-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Book for Kids" by C. J. Dennis is a classic collection of Australian children's poetry, first published in 1921. Clarence James Dennis, often known as C. J. Dennis, was an Australian poet renowned for his use of vernacular language and his ability to capture the spirit of the Australian people. "A Book for Kids" is one of his most well-known works and has become a beloved classic in Australian literature. Key features of "A Book for Kids" include: Diverse Characters and Settings: The poems in the collection feature a wide array of characters, both human and animal, set against the backdrop of rural and urban Australia. Dennis brings to life the quirks and characteristics of various personalities in a way that resonates with readers of all ages. Lighthearted and Humorous Tone: C. J. Dennis infuses his poetry with a delightful sense of humor and playfulness. The verses are often whimsical and filled with wordplay, making them enjoyable for children and appealing to the child within adult readers. Use of Australian Vernacular: One of Dennis's distinctive qualities is his use of Australian colloquial language, capturing the unique slang and expressions of the time. This not only adds authenticity to the work but also contributes to its cultural significance. Illustrations: Many editions of "A Book for Kids" feature charming illustrations, often created by the author himself. The illustrations complement the poems, bringing the characters and scenes to life in a visually engaging manner. Themes of Nature and Everyday Life: The poems celebrate the beauty of the Australian landscape and the simplicity of everyday life. Through the eyes of the characters, readers are transported to a world that reflects the joys and challenges of growing up in early 20th-century Australia. Notable poems in the collection include "The Ant Explorer," "The Triantiwontigongolope," and "The Circus." Overall, "A Book for Kids" is a timeless collection that has endured for generations, captivating readers with its humor, wit, and celebration of Australian culture. It continues to be a cherished piece of children's literature in Australia and beyond.

Download or read book Great Furphies of Australian History written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jim Haynes upturns some of the long-held myths of Australian history with surprising results. With all the skills of the master storyteller that he is, Jim Haynes exposes some of the great myths of Australian history. Did you know that Portuguese and Spanish explorers probably found the east coast of Australia before Captain Cook, and that the Rum Rebellion was not caused by rum? And what about Banjo Paterson writing Waltzing Matilda? As for Ned Kelly being a brave freedom-fighting rebel, in truth he was a thief, a thug and a murderer. The Ashes have nothing to do with cricket, the Ghan is not named after Afghan cameleers and Hargraves lied about discovering gold in New South Wales. Surprising, confounding, revealing and fun, Jim Haynes takes us on another great journey through Australian history and folklore.

Download or read book Magpies Meat Pies and Mallee Skies written by Michelle Worthington and published by . This book was released on 2024-02-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a poetic adventure through the diverse landscapes of Australia with this captivating collection of Australian Poems. From heartfelt ballads to whimsical haikus, this book offers a delightful variety of poetic forms, perfects for students grades 3- 6.

Download or read book Best Australian Drinking Stories written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2018-11-28 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'It seemed like a good idea...at the time.' - the lament of many a morning after Rum, beer, scotch, wine, beer and more beer. For nearly 250 years Australian history has been punctuated with stories of booze and boozing. From Cook's voyages and the First Fleet to the Rum Rebellion, the mutiny of the 99th Regiment, the soldiers' riot of 1916, six o'clock closing and beyond, we've been a nation that likes a drink. With the eye of the master storyteller that he is, Jim Haynes has collected the best yarns, verses, stories and anecdotes of our boozy history. He uncovers the good and the bad of our national character and its relationship with grog. He celebrates the social gift of alcohol and riotous moments of mateship and camaraderie, but he also offers salutary tales of its consequences - the hangovers, the suffering, the recriminations and the grave occasions subverted by drink. Amusing, wry, tragic and surprising, Best Australian Drinking Stories asks you to grab a glass of your favourite beverage, get comfy and enjoy this fascinating collection of stories about Australia's love affair with booze.

Download or read book Classic Australian Poems written by Christopher Cheng and published by Random House Australia. This book was released on 2011-08-31 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Poems you can’t live without from Australia’s literary treasure chest! Australian poets have a wonderful way with words and their poems bring to life the iconic Aussie characters and unforgettable landscape that are part of our Australian heritage. Many of these - Mulga Bill, Clancy of the Overflow, The Ant Explorer, M'Dougal, The Shearer's Wife and Mr Smith - are larger than life. And the poets who created them - AB Patterson, CJ Dennis, Thomas E Spencer, Louis Esson and DH Souter - have become heroic figures in our pantheon of stars.The 60 poems in this collection appear in their original, or near original, form and are wide-ranging in their subject matter: animals, the countryside, the struggle of bush life, early transport, sport, growing old, being young and having fun with words! But whether they are humorous, serious or playful, they are simply a joy to read!No matter if we grew up reciting these classic poems at school, quote from them on important occasions or are meeting them for the first time, there is no doubt that these classic poems embody what it is to be Australian. Illustrated by Gregory Rogers.

Download or read book Adventurers Pioneers and Misfits written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The petty thief . . . who escaped Van Diemen's Land, twice, stole the government brig and set sail for Japan, where, by the Shogun's decree, all foreigners were to be executed. The world's best cricketer . . . a champion of Aboriginal people who 'invented' Aussie Rules, survived the worst massacre of white settlers in Australia's history and killed himself with a pair of scissors. The eccentric musical genius . . . who played in the greatest concert halls in the world but pushed his favourite piano stool between venues in a wheelbarrow. Over the many years Jim Haynes has spent exploring and writing about the quirkier events and people in Australia's history, he has discovered characters who have amazed, surprised and simply ba?ed him. This is a book about some of those men and women and their remarkable, out-of-the-ordinary and almost unbelievable lives. As he always does, Jim has discovered that there is more to the story than ?rst meets the eye. Who knew that the ?rst man hanged in Australia made an artefact now valued at over one million dollars? Or that an Australian swimmer was the highest-paid act on the American vaudeville circuit and the star of the ?rst million-dollar movie ever made? And that the father of the ?rst Australian woman to serve in parliament was hanged for murder? With a light touch, a wry eye and his gifts as a master storyteller, Jim shares the tales and adventures of a group of heroic, feisty, ?awed and pioneering characters who have shaped our nation and introduced Australia to the world.

Download or read book 100 Australian Poems for Children written by Clare Scott-Mitchell and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Heroes Rebels and Radicals of Convict Australia written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2023-10-31 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Australia's most amazing characters of the convict age. 'Aussies love a good story and entertainer Jim Haynes has been telling them for decades' —Courier-Mail In Heroes, Rebels and Radicals of Convict Australia, our master storyteller Jim Haynes has collected a fascinating cast of characters who embody the resourcefulness, bravery, defiance, successes and tragedies of the convict era, the men and women who forged the nation we would one day become. There's Joseph Banks, the true founder of the colony; Surgeon John White, the saviour of the First Fleet; Pemulwuy, the Bidjigal freedom fighter; Mary Reiby, the horse thief who made good; Sapy Lovell, the Eora gypsy convict; John Donohue, the wild colonial boy; Lady Jane Franklin, the true leader of Van Diemen's Land – and many more! Why did transportation occur, why did it end, and what was it like living in Australia from 1788 to 1870? Skilfully researched and told in Jim's warm and witty style, Heroes, Rebels and Radicals of Convict Australia answers these questions and brings to life well-known and unknown figures from Australia's history as a penal settlement. This is the true story of the colonisation of Australia. 'In a year when we could all use a different perspective Jim Haynes came to the rescue with his latest sojourn into history . . . a cast of colourful characters.' —Spectator

Download or read book The Big Book of Australian Funny Poems written by Stephen Axelsen and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Croc and the Platypus written by Jackie Hosking and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Australian reimagining of Edward Lear's nonsense poem The Owl and the Pussycat. The croc and the platypus trundled off in a rusty old Holden ute. They took some damper and tea in a hamper and bundled it up in the boot. Join Croc and Platypus for an Australian outback hullabaloo!

Download or read book Australia s Most Unbelievable True Stories written by Jim Haynes and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2016-11-23 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know that in 1932 the Australian army was called out to wage war on an invading army of 20,000...emus? Or that the first royal personage to arrive in Australia was the King of Iceland and he came as a convict? And how about the spooky phenomenon of the mischief-making Guyra Ghost? From Jim Haynes, one of our most successful and prolific tellers of yarns and bush tales, comes this ultimate collection of unbelievable true Australian stories: the unknown, the forgotten, the surprising, the truly weird and the completely inexplicable. Told with a refreshing understatement, Australia's Most Unbelievable True Stories vividly evokes a vanishing Australia when anything was possible, when characters were larger than life and the bizarre and strange were normal.