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Are We There Yet? Hardcover – Picture Book, 8 October 2004
by
Alison Lester
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A warm, heartfelt story based on an actual journey undertaken by the much-loved, award-winning author and illustrator, Alison Lester.
The year I turned eight, Mum and Dad took us on a trip around Australia. Luke, Billy and I missed school for the whole winter term.
Join Grace and her family on their adventurous and sometimes funny expedition. This delightful picture book takes young readers on a journey across Australia, as a family explores the outback, the bush, and the coast. Along the way, kids will learn about the geography, culture, and people of our fascinating country, all through the eyes of a lovable family.
With its beautiful illustrations, engaging storytelling, and celebration of family and Australian life, Are We There Yet? is a must-read for children who are ready to discover the wonders of the world.
*KOALA Children's Choice Awards Winner - Picture Story Books, 2006*
*KROC Children's Choice Awards Winner - Picture Story Books, 2009*
*YABBA Children's Choice Awards Winner - Picture Story Books, 2009*
Also by Alison Lester-
Are We There Yet?
I'm Green and I'm Grumpy!
Who's that Knocking?
Running with the Horses
One Small Island
Kissed by the Moon
Our Island
My Dog Bigsy
Sophie Scott Goes South
CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL 2005 PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR
The year I turned eight, Mum and Dad took us on a trip around Australia. Luke, Billy and I missed school for the whole winter term.
Join Grace and her family on their adventurous and sometimes funny expedition. This delightful picture book takes young readers on a journey across Australia, as a family explores the outback, the bush, and the coast. Along the way, kids will learn about the geography, culture, and people of our fascinating country, all through the eyes of a lovable family.
With its beautiful illustrations, engaging storytelling, and celebration of family and Australian life, Are We There Yet? is a must-read for children who are ready to discover the wonders of the world.
'This is Lester at her finest. Perfect for any family about to embark on Australian travel, or for the child who is intrigued by such an idea.' Kids Book Review
*KOALA Children's Choice Awards Winner - Picture Story Books, 2006*
*KROC Children's Choice Awards Winner - Picture Story Books, 2009*
*YABBA Children's Choice Awards Winner - Picture Story Books, 2009*
Also by Alison Lester-
Are We There Yet?
I'm Green and I'm Grumpy!
Who's that Knocking?
Running with the Horses
One Small Island
Kissed by the Moon
Our Island
My Dog Bigsy
Sophie Scott Goes South
- Reading age3 - 5 years
- Print length32 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions23.9 x 0.9 x 29.6 cm
- PublisherViking
- Publication date8 October 2004
- ISBN-100670880671
- ISBN-13978-0670880676
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Join Grace and her family on their adventurous and sometimes funny expedition. A warm, heartfelt story based on an actual journey undertaken by the much-loved, award-winning author and illustrator, Alison Lester.
About the Author
Alison Lester is one of Australia's most popular and bestselling creators of children's books. Her picture books mix imaginary worlds with everyday life, encouraging children to believe in themselves and celebrate the differences that make them special.
In a career spanning decades, Alison Lester has written many books, and won numerous prestigious awards, including the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Picture Book of the Year Award for her much-loved classic Are We There Yet? and the CBCA Eve Pownall Book of the Year Award for One Small Island. Her much-loved picture books include Kissed by the Moon, Running with the Horses, Sophie Scott Goes South and My Dog Bigsy - to name just a few. Alison Lester became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate in 2012, a position shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, Alison was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature.
Alison lives on a farm in the Victorian countryside. She spends part of each year travelling to schools around Australia, helping students and teachers develop their own stories.
In a career spanning decades, Alison Lester has written many books, and won numerous prestigious awards, including the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Picture Book of the Year Award for her much-loved classic Are We There Yet? and the CBCA Eve Pownall Book of the Year Award for One Small Island. Her much-loved picture books include Kissed by the Moon, Running with the Horses, Sophie Scott Goes South and My Dog Bigsy - to name just a few. Alison Lester became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate in 2012, a position shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, Alison was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature.
Alison lives on a farm in the Victorian countryside. She spends part of each year travelling to schools around Australia, helping students and teachers develop their own stories.
Product details
- Publisher : Viking; 1st edition (8 October 2004)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 32 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0670880671
- ISBN-13 : 978-0670880676
- Reading age : 3 - 5 years
- Dimensions : 23.9 x 0.9 x 29.6 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 12,243 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Reviewed in Australia on 4 August 2022
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Wanted to add this one to my collection, I grew up with Alison Lester books and this one was my favourite of hers so I'm so glad to have it in my collection, such a beautiful book with brilliant illustrations, makes me wanna explore the country!
Reviewed in Australia on 20 March 2020
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Grandson loved the book.
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Reviewed in Germany on 9 April 2017Verified Purchase
Dieser Artikel ist immer noch nicht bei mir angekommen.Leider habe ich keine Informationen darüber wo das Buch ist und wann ich es erwarten darf.
Sandy Schloesser
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Great book about travelling through Australia in the camper!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 February 2013Verified Purchase
We travelled through Australia for a month in a campervan and our children love reading this book remembering our trip and comparing it too what the family in this book did. Great read!
Meg Scovil
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Reviewed in the United States on 24 December 2012Verified Purchase
Great to use for teaching non-fiction features. There are at least two features on every page. Colorful and informative. I wish the author wrote about other countries in the same fashion.
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