Meet Taj at the Lighthouse
by BENEBA CLARK, Maxine & GREENBERG, Nikki
ISBN: 9781760894528
Australian: No
Published: 2020 by Puffin
Part of the Aussie Kids series
Level: Early Years (R-2)
In this Aussie Kids series the publishers have created a number of small novels for younger readers that cover the range of places that people live in, their work and play and the diversity of families around Australia. Taj has come from a place far away where it became too dangerous to live. It’s not always easy when Taj and his family arrive in Australia. His Mum always ‘Believe’. His Dad eventually gets a job as the ‘Lighthouse Man’ on the Great Ocean Road in Victoria. A book helping readers to understand concepts of change and adaptability the novel also provides information in the form of maps, facts about lighthouses, a postcard from Taj as well as information about the author and illustrator.
