Bosley is one of the icons of Tocal, since Bruce West recognised that what Bosley lacked in muscle he made up for in temperament. This new children's book is about Bosley and Bruce. It's short, sweet, and a great way to introduce young kids to farming.
About this series
This book is one of a series of stories aimed at developing agricultural understanding in young students, as well as an appreciation of the work involved in producing food and fibre on Australian farms. The other titles in this growing series are Charlotte and Freda.
Check out the activities designed to go along with these stories, created by the NSW Department of Primary Industries Schools program! They will help you get the most benefit out of the stories. Find them at www.nswdpi-schools-program.com/picturebooks
Other formats
The ebook has audio included so that children can listen to the story and read along. There is also an Auslan version on YouTube.
| Title | Bosley and Bruce |
|---|---|
| Author(s) | Jo Hathway and Jess Green |
| Pages | 20 |
| ISBN | 978-1-76058-288-3 |
| Catalogue number | B978 |
| Year published | 2018 |
| Publisher | NSW Department of Primary Industries |
| Price | $10.00AUD (inc GST) |
| Paperback / Hardback - $10.00 | Buy now |
| eBook - $4.99 (iPad/iPhone) |
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| eBook - Not available (PC/Android) |
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