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Andamooka Nanna and the Ammonite Adventure
Paperback
Publisher Price: $15.99
ISBN13: 9781764471145
Publisher: Centred in Choice
Published: Apr 13 2026
Pages: 124
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.29 Width: 5.25 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
In the remote opal town of Andamooka, four children arrive for the holidays expecting adventure but discover something far more powerful.
Beneath the red earth lies the story of an ancient inland sea, and when the children uncover a fossilised ammonite, they are drawn into a journey that blends science, art, and respect for the natural world. Guided by the ever practical Andamooka Nanna, they quickly learn that not every discovery is theirs to keep.
As they meet scientists, artists, and community members, the children begin to understand the importance of careful observation, shared knowledge, and responsibility. Their find becomes part of something bigger. A story preserved for future generations through museum care and artistic interpretation.
Set against the striking landscape of outback South Australia, Andamooka Nanna and the Ammonite Adventure introduces young readers to fossils, deep time, and environmental stewardship in an engaging and accessible way.
Perfect for readers aged 7-12, this verse novel supports learning across science, humanities, and the arts, while encouraging curiosity, creativity, and respect for Country.
A thoughtful and inspiring story, it reminds us that the greatest discoveries are not what we take but what we learn to protect and share.
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