Gubbi Gubbi Bush Tucker Girl Book – Aboriginal Language & Culture Storybook

Introduce children to the language, stories, and culture of the Gubbi Gubbi people with Gubbi Gubbi Bush Tucker Girl. This engaging children’s book follows a young girl and her mother as they discover Australian native bush tucker, blending traditional knowledge with modern storytelling.

Written by Christine Stuart and Susan Clark, the book features Gubbi Gubbi language words alongside picture associations, making it easy for children to learn while enjoying the story. For the second book in the series, the illustrations are by Bianca Clark and artist Gabrielle Cloutier, who joined their talents to create a modern-day illustration of the Gubbi Gubbi people that honours tradition while inspiring young readers today.

The Gubbi Gubbi people are the Traditional Custodians of the land in South East Queensland, with their traditional lands stretching from the northern banks of the Pine River in the south to the Burrum River near Maryborough in the north, and west to the Conondale Ranges. Their country encompasses areas including Moreton Bay, the Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Gympie, Redcliffe, Bribie Island, Caboolture, Petrie and Maryborough.

Why Educators Love It:

• Promotes Aboriginal language learning through storytelling

• Encourages cultural awareness and respect for First Nations traditions

• Highlights the Traditional Custodians of South East Queensland

• Beautiful illustrations support visual learning and engagement

• A valuable resource for literacy, culture, and early learning classrooms

How to Use It:

• Read aloud during storytime to introduce Aboriginal culture and language

• Use Gubbi Gubbi words as a fun vocabulary-building activity

• Pair with lessons on bush tucker, native plants, and cultural knowledge

• Encourage children to retell the story using the pictures and words they’ve learned

Details:

• Authors: Christine Stuart and Susan Clark

• Illustrators: Bianca Clark and Gabrielle Cloutier

• 10 pages, softcover children’s book

• Size: 25cm × 17.5cm

• Includes Gubbi Gubbi language words with picture associations

• Suitable for ages 3+