Title

New Patches for Old

Author

Mattingley, Christobel

Publisher

Hodder & Stoughton

Published Date

1977

Annotation

‘Patches’ was very happy in England and unhappy with the family’s move to Australia, with different cultural traditions and climate. Starting school and making friends was a big challenge.

Key Concepts

Cross cultural relations, Family, Friendship, Resilience

Audience

Upper primary

AC Links/EYLF

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