{"product_id":"backyard-footy-carl-merrison-9780734423191","title":"Backyard Footy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first book in a joyful black\u0026amp;write! Fellowship-winning picture book series that follows a cast of footy-loving kids as they hop through the backyards of their neighbourhood in the Kimberley, collecting equipment and friends to play with as they go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJy is playing football alone in his small backyard in the Kimberley, but when he accidentally kicks the ball over the fence, a footy adventure begins! Footy by yourself is fun but playing with mates is better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for Backyard Footy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'There's a real sense of energy and fun to this upbeat children's picture book by Jaru\/Kija kids' author Carl Merrison' THE WEST AUSTRALIAN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Hits the mark with its complete joy for the game and, even better, for its spirit of mateship' BOOKS+PUBLISHING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A superb energy flows through Backyard Footy . . . When the punchline comes, it's very easy to agree: \"Footy by yourself is fun but playing with mates is better\"' SOUTH SYDNEY HERALD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Joyful . . . Merrison's belief in and commitment to fostering community and kids' wellbeing shines through on every page of this latest big-hearted adventure. Backyard Footy is a precious picture book that conveys a simple but vital message . . . A heartwarming and immersive read for any young reader' BETTER READING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A vibrant, fast-paced picture book . . . A very enjoyable read' READPLUS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carl Merrison","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":48428876988659,"sku":"9780734423191","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/files\/9780734423191.jpg?v=1769369310","url":"https:\/\/www.harryhartog.com.au\/products\/backyard-footy-carl-merrison-9780734423191","provider":"Harry Hartog Bookseller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}