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    By Admin on November 23, 2016 Picture Books

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    Adam Wallace (text),  Andrew Plant (illus.),  Spark,  Ford Street Publishing,  Oct 2016, 32pp.,  $24.95 (hbk),  ISBN 9781925272413

    A thought-provoking tale that personifies bush fire and allows readers an unusual perspective on the environmental and social issue of setting fires.

    The opening illustrative explanation, that blame lies in a discarded cigarette not in the flames themselves, is not clear enough for some young readers, but with adult input this story will initiate passionate and cathartic discussions about what is many Australian’s greatest fear.

    The roar of the gathering flames visually builds alongside raw black text, and I truly felt I had experienced something first hand. Beautifully and powerfully illustrated with energetic painterly splats of raging orange, yellows and reds juxtaposed with the torn and burned charcoal paper edges there is no doubt that this story will hit home with many readers.

    The promise of regrowth and the natural cycle also gives room for projects about traditional land management.  Suitable for 4-9 year olds.

    Teacher’s Notes are available on the Ford Street website.

    Reviewed by Liz Anelli

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