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A Kids Year series is about the cultural traditions of cities and countries through the eyes of five children. It is non-fiction picture book series.
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Contents indexed selectively.
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Series also contains the following books: An English year, A Canadian year, A Kiwi Year, A New York Year, A Scottish Year, A Texas Year.
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An English Year : Twelve Months in the Life of England’s Kids
Tina Snerling
(illustrator),
Wollombi
:
EK Books
,
2015
25323367
2015
single work
picture book
children's
'Five little children ready to take you on a journey through twelve months in the life of English kids.
'Meet Aman, Victoria, Amelia, Tandi and George - English children representing a multicultural blend of culture and race that typifies our beautiful country. They will take you through a year in the life of English kids, from celebrations to traditions to events, to our everyday way of life and the little things that make childhood so memorable. They are our English childhood.
'An English Year is a picture book bursting with national pride. It is a snapshot of who we are as a nation, blending our modern-day culture and lifestyle with past traditions and strong heritage. Its pages feature meandering text, dates and gorgeous illustrations showcasing our five English children at play, at school, at home, and enjoying the sights and sites of England - from the northern moors and breathtaking Lake District, to our pebbly seasides, bustling cities and historical country towns.' (Publication summary)
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A Kiwi Year : Twelve Months in the Life of New Zealand’s Kids
Tina Snerling
(illustrator),
Wollombi
:
EK Books
,
2017
25323508
2017
single work
picture book
'Meet Charlie, Ruby, Oliver, Mason and Kaia - Kiwi kids representing a multicultural blend of culture and race that typifies our amazing country. They'll take you through a year in the life of New Zealand's kids, from celebrations, traditions and events, to our everyday way of life and the little things that make childhood so memorable. A Kiwi Year is a picture book bursting with national pride. It's a snapshot of who we are as New Zealanders, blending our modern-day culture and lifestyle with past traditions and native heritage. Its pages feature meandering text, dates and gorgeous illustrations showcasing our five Kiwi kids at play, at school, at home, and enjoying the sights and sites of our great nation. From the Bay of Islands to our hot springs and soaring mountains, vibrant cities and quaint country towns, this is our New Zealand childhood.' (Publication summary)
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A New York Year
Tina Snerling
(illustrator),
Wollombi
:
EK Books
,
2016
25323688
2016
single work
picture book
children's
'The latest title in the highly successful, award-winning Kids' Year series.
Meet Madison, Alexander, Fabian, Sophia, and Jayla - New York kids representing a blend of culture and race that typifies this impressive state. They'll take you through a year in the life of New York's kids, from celebrations, traditions and events, to the everyday way of life and the little things that make childhood so memorable. A New York Year is a picture book showcasing the cultural diversity of the state. It's a snapshot of New Yorkers, blending modern-day culture and lifestyle with the traditions of yesteryear. Its pages feature meandering text, dates and gorgeous illustrations showcasing five New Yorker children at play, at school, at home, and enjoying the sights and sites of New York. From the spectacular Niagara Falls and Adirondack Mountains to the beaches of Long Island, and the dazzling lights of Manhattan, this is a New York childhood.' (Publication summary) -
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A Scottish Year : Twelve Months in the Life of Scotland’s Kids
Tina Snerling
(illustrator),
Wollombi
:
EK Books
,
2015
25323999
2015
single work
picture book
children's
'Five little Scotts ready to take you on a journey through twelve months in the life of Scottish kids.
'Meet Isla, Sophie, Dominik, James and Rashida - Scottish children representing a multicultural blend of culture and race that typifies our beautiful country. They will take you through a year in the life of Scottish kids, from celebrations to traditions to events, to our everyday way of life and the little things that make childhood so memorable. They are our Scottish childhood.
'A Scottish Year is a picture book bursting with national pride. It is a snapshot of who we are as a nation, blending our modern-day culture and lifestyle with past traditions and strong heritage. Its pages feature meandering text, dates and gorgeous illustrations, showcasing our five Scottish children at play, at school, at home, and enjoying the sights and sites of Scotland - from our heather-strewn Highlands to our historical cities, pristine outer islands and charming rural towns.' (Publication summary)
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An Aussie Year : Twelve Months in the Life of Australian Kids
Tina Snerling
(illustrator),
Wollombi
:
EK Books
,
2013
6628501
2013
single work
picture book
children's
'Meet Ned, Lily, Zoe, Kirra and Matilda — Australian children representing a multicultural blend of culture and race that typifies our beautiful country. They are taking you through a year in the life of Australian kids, from celebrations to traditions to events, to our everyday way of life. They are Australia.
'An Aussie Year is a picture book bursting with national pride. It is a snapshot of who we are as a nation, and covers our modern day culture, lifestyle and traditions. Its pages feature trailing, meandering text, dates and gorgeous illustrations showing our five Aussie children at play, at school, at home, and enjoying their parts of Australia — from the tropical north out to our rugged west and beautiful Tassie.' (Publisher's blurb)