Yarning Strong Family Anthology

Warning to First Nations Peoples: Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples are advised that the contents in Yarning Strong may include names and images of people now deceased.

This anthology explores the life of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ families, today and in the past. There are stories of ongoing tradition, of loss and sadness, and of new beginnings.

Family Anthology is part of the Yarning Strong series, a vibrant and purposeful series of novels and anthologies by First Nations authors, created to inspire Years 3–6 students while supporting meaningful classroom learning. Rich in story, voice and perspective, each text offers teachers and students authentic opportunities to explore First Nations cultures and experiences through high‑quality literature.

Table of Contents

• Foreword | Albert Holt
• Poem | Storyteller
• Poem  | Aunty Fay Muir 'Respect'
• Speech extract | The Prime Minister's Sorry Speech
• Artwork | Sorry
• Personal recount | A Boy's Story
• Poem | A Kangaroo in the Sky
• Description (factual) | Homes are sought for these children
• Artwork | Stolen Removed
• Artwork | Finding My Family
• Diary excerpt  | Who Am I? The Diary of Mary Talence
• Song Lyrics | Took the Children Away
• Song Lyrics | The Children Came Back
• Screen play extract | Bran Nue Dae
• Explanation | Aboriginal kinship system
• Diagram | Kukatja Pattern of Life
• Personal recount | Jabanbi
• Play | Kin Island
• Poster | Because of her, we can!
• Poem | Seasonal Revelations
• Personal recount | What it's all about: family
• Book excerpt | My Place