Welcome To Country: A Traditional Aboriginal Ceremony

Welcome to Country: A Traditional Aboriginal Ceremony is a moving and beautifully crafted introduction to the customs and values of the Wurundjeri people, one of the many Aboriginal communities of Australia. Depicting the Aboriginal ceremony of Welcome to Country for the first time in a stunning picture book, this collaboration between two Indigenous Australians—respected Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Joy Murphy Wandin and acclaimed artist Lisa Kennedy—offers readers a heartfelt invitation to connect with an ancient and living tradition. Through lyrical, formal prose that mirrors the reverence of the ceremony itself, the text conveys the deep spiritual bond between people and land, while Kennedy’s rich, multi-layered acrylic illustrations bring the story to life with vibrant depictions of Country, community, and culture. Both a poetic meditation and an educational resource, this unique picture book celebrates identity, belonging, and the enduring power of storytelling.

Ages: 5-9 years

Hardcover / 32 pages

Dimensions: 11.7" x 10"