Mavis: The Little Plane Spotter

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$27.99
SKU:
9781761111938
Author:
Angela Toniolo
Illustrator:
Shannon Melville
Release Date:
5 March 2025
Mavis: The Little Plane Spotter by Angela Toniolo and illustrated by Shannon Melville
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Product Overview

It’s World War Two and Darwin is bombed.
Mavis wants to help the war effort, but what can a ten-year-old girl do?

Become a plane spotter!

Imagine her surprise when she sees an enemy plane through her binoculars!
Does she have what it takes to save the town?

 

Praise for Mavis: The Little Plane Spotter:

"It truly feels like uncovering a time capsule. ... impactful, heartfelt, and educational." - Karen Hendriks, Buzz Words Books

"... little acts, even those done by children, can make such a difference. ... an opportunity to explore a little-known part of Australia’s wartime history that will span all age groups." - Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf

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  • 5
    Highly recommend

    Posted by Anna on 24th Apr 2025

    Mavis the Little Plane Spotter" by Angela Toniolo is a powerful mentor text for both classroom use and beyond. Using a narrative approach to share this historic moment, the book captivates young readers and makes history feel personal and engaging. The use of language is vivid and purposeful, providing an excellent model for students to emulate. The strong narrative voice draws readers in, demonstrating how voice and perspective can bring a story to life. This book is not only informative but also inspiring—a great tool for teaching writing and historical awareness.

  • 5
    Mavis the little plane spotter

    Posted by Judy on 17th Feb 2025

    A wonderful story with some historical background sure to appeal to readers of all ages. The illustrations are so well aligned with the time setting for the story. I would love to read more books by this author.