
Title
The Blue Cat
Author
Dubosarsky, Ursula
Publisher
Allen & Unwin
Published Date
2017
Annotation
In Sydney 1942, there is a possibility of war and bombardment. Young Columba is curious when Ellery arrives from Germany, unable to speak English and with different cultural traditions. The times are captured throughout with primary documents adding historical detail about the time.
Key Concepts
Cultural traditions, Friendship, History, Language, Refugees, War
Audience
Upper primary
AC Links/EYLF
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