12 Days of Bush Christmas

A Koorie Twist on a Classic Christmas Song

A beautifully illustrated children's Christmas book with a festive Koorie twist on the classic Twelve Days of Christmas.

Bring a little Australian magic to the festive season with 12 Days of Bush Christmas, a delightful children's picture book inspired by the traditional Christmas song.

On the first day of Christmas, there's a kookburra laughing in a gum tree. On the second, a coolamon. What will 12 days of Christmas bring?

Written and illustrated by the design duo behind Kinya Lerrk, Emma Bamblett (Wemba Wemba, Gunditjmara, Ngadjonji and Taungurung) and Megan Van Den Berg (Dja Dja Wurrung, Yorta Yorta and Boon Wurrung), this book is filled with delightful illustrations and First Nations educational content at the end, a beloved gift for children and adults alike.

Why You'll Love It

• A fresh Australian take on The Twelve Days of Christmas
• Beautifully illustrated children's picture book
• Features Australian animals, objects and elements of First Nations culture
• Includes First Nations educational content at the end
• Written and illustrated by First Nations artists Emma Bamblett and Megan Van Den Berg
• A lovely Christmas gift for children and families
• A meaningful addition to an Australian children's book collection

A Special Australian Christmas Story

Looking for a Christmas book that's a little different? 12 Days of Bush Christmas puts an Australian and Koorie spin on a familiar festive favourite, making it a wonderful book to read together during the holiday season.

A joyful, educational and distinctly Australian Christmas gift for little readers.