{"product_id":"how-the-fish-got-their-bones-a-torres-strait-islands-story-9781761182716","title":"How the Fish Got Their Bones: A Torres Strait Islands Story","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the big heart of beloved NRL Broncos legend Sam Thaiday comes this wonderful rhyming picture book showcasing Torres Strait Islander storytelling and the importance of sharing, brought to life by Tori-Jay Mordey's stunning illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eStories are our history\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePassed on down the line\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBut sometimes they get lost\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnd jumbled over time\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis story is about the fish\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn all their scaly tones -\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe story of the fish\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnd how they got their bones\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSam Thaiday, Broncos legend, and Tori-Jay Mordey bring to vivid life a powerful teaching story from the Torres Strait. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eWhen two boys encounter an old man on the beach, their fateful decision not to share their abundant catch with him has far-reaching consequences. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations full of drama, \u003ci\u003eHow the Fish Got Their Bones\u003c\/i\u003e carries a powerful environmental message for young and old.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for: \u003cbr\u003e- Reading aloud with little ones \u003cbr\u003e- Introducing the power of storytelling \u003cbr\u003e- Showcasing the Torres Strait environment and the importance of balance in the natural world\u003cbr\u003e- Teachers and librarians to introduce First Nations culture to young readers\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eISBN13: 9781761182716\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Pages: 24\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Date: 04 Aug 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher: A\u0026amp;U Children's\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication City, Country: Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (cm): 21.6(H)x28(L)363\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight (gm): 363\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h4\u003eSam Thaiday is a hugely popular NRL legend of Torres Strait Islander and Australian descent. Sam spent his entire career with the Broncos. In 2012, he was awarded the Captaincy and went on to win the Dally M Award for Best Second Row Player. Sam was also named in the Indigenous Rugby League Team of the Century. He retired from NRL at the end of the 2018 season, cementing himself in an elite club of players having played over 300 games for one club. Sam now has a career in media, and sports commentary for the NRL. In 2025 he was crowned King of the Jungle on\u003ci\u003e I'm a Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here! \u003c\/i\u003ewhile raising vital funds for charity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTori-Jay Mordey is a First Nations Australian artist and illustrator based in Meanjin\/Brisbane. Her Torres Strait Islander and English heritage is often reflected in her contemporary Indigenous art practice - digital illustrations, drawing, painting, printmaking, film and mural art.\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Sam Thaiday","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49077130854617,"sku":"9781761182716","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/9530\/8441\/files\/9781761182716.jpg?v=1786457254","url":"https:\/\/www.arielbooks.com.au\/products\/how-the-fish-got-their-bones-a-torres-strait-islands-story-9781761182716","provider":"Ariel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}