Eleanor, Elizabeth

Published by Angus & robertson 1984; Puffin 1986 & 1998

Eleanor is unhappy about the family's move from their home in the cool mountain region to the western plains. There is a new school and new friends to make and there is also the discovery of the schoolhouse. This building on the family farm is where her grandmother did her lessons and hidden there she finds her grandmother's diary. Awards:

Awards

Children's Book Council of Australia: Highly Commended 1985

Angus & Robertson Writers for the Young Fellowship: Winner 1985

South Australian Literature Award Shortlisted 1985