Sixteen-year-old Winter returns to her family's cattle ranch after twelve years in the care of unloving relatives in hopes of learning the truth about the death of her parents.
Presents maps of Australia, the islands of the Pacific Ocean, and the continent of Antarctica, and provides information about the geography and natural resources of each nation.
Examines the land and cities, history, economy, arts and culture, and future outlook of Australia, and includes an almanac, time line, glossary, and bibliography.
Discusses the holidays and festivals that people in Australia celebrate each year, including family occasions, national holidays, and other events, as well as ancient traditions handed down from their ancestors and specific to their culture.
An introduction to Australia, providing information on the country's geography, history, culture, landmarks, wildlife, people, politics, and more, with maps and a time line.
Seventeen-year-old Will's behavior has been getting him in trouble at his all-boys school in Sydney, Australia, but his latest punishment, playing in the band for a musical production, gives him new insights into his fellow students and helps him cope with an incident he has tried to forget.
