Take a delicious journey across Country and discover the secrets of Australia’s ancient larder.
Adapted from the bestselling Bush Tukka Guide, this kid-friendly edition brings the wisdom of the "Bush Tukka Woman," Samantha Martin, to a new generation. Born into a lineage of traditional hunters and gatherers in the East Kimberley, Samantha shares the sacred knowledge passed down to her by her mother and Aboriginal Elders.
More than just a book about food, the Bush Tukka Guide For Kids is an invitation to connect with the land. Your young explorers will learn how to identify, forage, and prepare native ingredients while discovering the stories, medicine, and survival skills that have sustained First Nations people for tens of thousands of years.
Ancient Wisdom Made Easy: A user-friendly guide to hunting, gathering, and foraging designed specifically for readers aged 7–12
More Than Just Food: Discover how nature provides tools and medicine—from mountain bush pepper for toothaches to sandpaper fig for itchy skin.
Hands-On Recipes: Includes "deadly" (awesome) kid-friendly recipes like Kangaroo Burgers, Crocodile Nuggets, and Lemon Myrtle Damper.
Green Thumbs: Learn how to start your very own bush tukka garden at home or school.
Stunning & Educational: Packed with vibrant photography, distribution maps, and fascinating facts about Australia’s unique flora and fauna.
What's Inside:
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Simple, 6-step-or-less guides to identifying ripe Davidson’s plums and other native treats.
- Essential survival skills and safety warnings for the bush.
- Insights into how First Nations people care for and live off Country
About the Author
Samantha Martin, a descendant of the Jaru and Kija people, is a world-renowned author, filmmaker, and cultural leader. Widely known as the "Bush Tukka Woman" from her hit documentary series on SBS/NITV, Samantha has dedicated her life to sharing the nutritional and medicinal wonders of Australian bush foods.
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