| Management number | 240210439 | Release Date | 2026/07/16 | List Price | US$6.40 | Model Number | 240210439 | ||
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<p>In the remote opal town of Andamooka, four children arrive for the holidays expecting adventure but discover something far more powerful.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>Set against the striking landscape of outback South Australia, <em>Andamooka Nanna and the Ammonite Adventure</em> introduces young readers to fossils, deep time, and environmental stewardship in an engaging and accessible way.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p>
| Book format | Paperback |
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| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Children's Books |
| Publication date | April, 2026 |
| Pages | 124 |
| Reading level | Grade 7 |
| Age range | 7 - 12 Years |
| Subgenre | Stories in Verse (see also Poetry) |
| Series title | No Series |
| Number in series | 0 |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Centred in Choice |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Edu focus | Art & Humanities |
| Educational level | Elementary School |
| Is collectible | N |
| Character | Andamooka Nanna |
| Binding type | Perfect Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 5.25 x 0.29 x 8.00 in |
| Assembled product weight | 0.3 lb |
| Bisac subject heading | Juvenile Fiction |
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