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I woke up this morning and I couldnt stop crying, cos this place is not my home, even though everyone says it is. When I was a little girl Mum would always hug me when I cried and tell me everything would be all right. Who is gunna hug me here? Mary lives with the Burkes, but they are not her real family. She hasnt seen her real mum and dad since she was taken away from them five years ago. Everyone tells her to forget about them, but she cannot. She wants to find out why she was taken, and where she really belongs.
ISBN: 9781742769585
Author(s): Anita Heiss
"Who Am I?" by Anita Heiss is a middle-grade to young adult historical fiction novel that is especially suitable for readers aged 10 and up. The book is ideal for students and young readers interested in Australian history, particularly the Stolen Generations, as well as those who want to explore themes of identity, culture, and resilience. It's an important educational tool for classrooms, encouraging discussions about race, cultural identity, and the impact of historical events on individuals and communities.
The book is written in a diary format, making it accessible and engaging for young readers, with a reading level suitable for ages 10 and up. The straightforward language, combined with the emotional depth of the story, ensures that it is both easy to read and thought-provoking. The book is designed to be approachable for younger readers while also offering depth for older readers to reflect on its serious themes.
"Who Am I?" by Anita Heiss is a middle-grade historical fiction novel. It is part of the *My Australian Story* series and is written as a fictional diary of Mary Talence, a young Aboriginal girl of the Stolen Generation in 1937. The book addresses themes of identity, displacement, and resilience.
