My Place

Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about who lived in your house or neighborhood before you, or when they are struggling to understand how their own family story fits into a much larger history. This beautifully illustrated journey travels backward in time, decade by decade, through a single patch of land in Australia. By looking at the same fig tree and creek through the eyes of twenty different children, it helps young readers grasp the profound concept of continuity and change. Through these changing perspectives, the book explores themes of immigration, social justice, and the deep, enduring connection of Indigenous people to the land. It is an ideal choice for parents who want to foster a sense of belonging and civic awareness. While it tackles serious historical realities like war and displacement, it does so with a gentle, child-centered focus that makes complex social history accessible for children aged seven and up.