Is this an emergency? Ambulance. The adventures of Toby the Teddy by Catherine Buckley and Amelia Harrison
Ill. by Emma Stuart. Amelia Harrison, 2016. ISBN 9780646952901
(Ages: 4-6) Medical emergencies, ambulances. An Australian primary
school teacher and an illustrator with experience in emergency
medical services have created this book to fill a specific
educational resource gap. They particularly wanted to address the
high number of prank and hoax calls that young children make to
emergency services. It is aimed at preschool and school age children
but because of its cutesy, somewhat babyish illustrations and tone
it has a limited audience (despite it being a topic that pertains to
much older children as well). I can't help but think that most prank
calls come from children slightly older than this book will appeal
to. The book follows Teddy (a teddy bear) as he faces problems and
shows how he deals with them, each time asking the reader 'Is this
an emergency?' and then explaining what Teddy should do next. It
uses examples that will be familiar to children in the target
audience and that are the most likely and critical medical
emergencies they may encounter in the schoolyard or at home (asthma,
anaphylaxis). The examples illustrate that different actions are
appropriate in different emergencies and familiar adults and
teachers are put forward as examples of people who can help rather
than it always being necessary to call an ambulance. Importantly
though, it is stressed that if no other adult is close by an
ambulance should be called. This will stimulate important
conversations about whether children know their home address and how
to phone an ambulance in an emergency. There are notes in the back
for teachers and parents, including discussion points and activity
ideas. The book is written in a non-frightening way and the language
used is clear and appropriate for young children. It gives children
a language to talk about medical emergencies (allergic reaction,
rash, can't catch his breath, etc.) and Teddy is a perfect
clear-thinking role model. Despite the whole thing feeling a bit old
fashioned (even the telephone depicted is an old wall-mounted
landline . . . with a cord!) it does fill a resource gap and would
be a useful resource for teachers and parents of preschool and
primary aged children, especially in classrooms or families where
there are children with medical conditions.
Nicole Nelson
Never a true word by Michael McGuire
Wakefield Press, 2017. ISBN 9781743054734
(Age: Adult) Recommended for Adults only (and only for those with
political interest) Themes: Politics; Elections; Public relations.
This is a thinly veiled expose of the political process - McGuire
lifts the tent flaps and reveals the soiled undergarments of the
political circus through the eyes of the spin doctor or ringmaster
employed to keep control of the information flow to the waiting
media. This is a fast paced and satirically humourous journey into
the murky depths of politics and the back-room faceless few. The
somewhat grimy revelations and language of those involved are far
from pristine, and we feel the tension of the ringmasters employed
to hold back the 'performing lions and tigers' who perform with
teeth bared in order to be re-elected for another four years.
Although I would not encourage a young voter to lose their trust in
democracy by reading this book, anyone who has had to wield a pencil
in a cold hall more than a few times and whose eyes are open to the
subterfuge of politics and media reporting will probably enjoy the
'naughty' truths that are revealed. The well-described politicians
and media identities are close approximations of people we have seen
or heard, and part of the entertainment of this book is identifying
those who might have inspired the characterisation. Truths and lies
are revealed; raw power and personality faults are revealed in all
their gory glory . . . And our eyes are agog!
Carolyn Hull
Beyond the wild river by Sarah Maine
Hodder and Stoughton, 2017. ISBN 9781473639683
(Age: Senior secondary-adult) Recommended. This is a terrifically
well researched novel, and the story, and indeed the plot, are
finely wrought. I was captivated by the settings, described in rich
detail, from the new city of Chicago to the wild lands and rivers of
northern Ontario. Responding with violence to a burglar, one dark
night on a Scottish estate, a man is killed, a story is constructed,
and a very young Evelyn Ballantyre learns one version of events that
she accepts but with both a sense of having been told what was best
for her to know and a feeling that this version was not the true
story.
From a Scottish estate to the wilds of Ontario, Maine captures a
world of change, taking us from Scotland, on a sea voyage to the
United States in 1893, where the characters visit the Columbian
Exposition in Chicago, described in rich and fascinating detail, and
then go into the wilds of Canada to inspect, we deduce, an
investment of Evelyn's father. This is a fine section, introducing
us to a little known area and history for most readers outside of
Canada or the USA.
The story that ensues is a sequel, in a sense, to that terrible
night on Evelyn's father's estate in Scotland. Strangely, and indeed
oddly, it seems that the characters who were at the estate on the
night of the murder have come together for a journey up the Nipigon
River, in Northern Ontario, 13 years later. We realize that
Ballantyne has controlled all of this, with the characters of the
past all in close proximity for a trip that will be challenging.
Whilst it is not clear to us just what will happen, we are given
plenty of clues so that we are aware that some kind of dramatic
event will take place as the tension builds up day by day on that
journey. The terrain is described in wonderful detail, the
atmosphere of the Nipigon River and the campsites particularly
featuring as places of wonder for the European visitors. We read
about the way that campsites were positioned near the river, how the
fish were caught, and we learn something of the indigenous people of
that region. All of this is absolutely captivating.
That the conflict would be resolved is expected, but somehow the
resolution is just a little tawdry, and the characters involved in
it demeaned by the decisions. Yet in a sense the decisions and
actions are consistent with the characterization. Just as we readers
might have liked a happy ending, her resolution is consistent with
her characterization. Her strengths are in this narrative
consistency, in her richly detailed settings, and in her capacity to
create a story that is reminiscent of its time, its place and the
characters that she has created. This is a fine adult and older
adolescent romantic and historical novel.
Elizabeth Bondar
A patch from scratch by Megan Forward
Penguin/Viking, 2016. ISBN 9780670078295 Living a country life in the city is an appealing prospect for many.
Picking fresh fruit and vegetables from the garden bed instead of
the supermarket shelves; having your own chooks to provide fresh
eggs; recycling waste instead of sending it to landfill - all these
things appeal to Jesse and his family and so they design, plan and
develop their own patch from scratch.
Told from Jesse's perspective, the story chronicles what would seem
to be a real-life experience that shows all the aspects of creating
an edible garden in a suburban backyard. From Lewis' desire to grow
beans like Jack of beanstalk fame, to Jesse's dream of fresh
strawberries and even Mum's longing for chooks, each step is
documented in text and illustrations that show what needs to be done
in a way that draws the reader in and shows them that they can do it
too. In fact, once they start it's amazing how many people become
involved as seeds, seedlings and advice are shared and suddenly
chores like weeding and watering become fun. Jesse starts a plant
diary for his strawberries as he patiently waits for them to ripen.
But why are there five not six? And what is happening to the
tomatoes and lettuce, leaving holes in them? How can the patch be
saved from the robbers?
As well as being so informative, particularly as more and more
schools are developing kitchen gardens to supply the canteen, there
are lots of other issues raised that will kickstart lots of
investigations that should give greater understanding for the future
of our planet. Why are bees critical? If pesticides wipe out bugs,
what will the birds eat? How did people manage when there were no
supermarkets? What happens to supermarket food when it is not
bought? What are the essential elements that need to be included in
the design of a chicken coop?
To round off the story, there is some really useful information and
suggestions for finding out more as well as a flowchart of how the
patch from scratch works. There is also a lot of information on the
author's page
for the book and at the Kitchen Garden
Foundation which supports this concept in schools.
Identified as a CBCA 2017 Book of the Year Notable and with
sustainability being one of the cross curriculum priorities of the
Australian Curriculum this is an essential addition to both the home
and school library as we look to a better, healthier future.
Barbara Braxton
Margherita's recipes for love by Elisabetta Flumeri and Gabriella Giacometti
Simon and Schuster, 2017. ISBN 9781471162695
(Age: 15+) Well, this is a delicious read, a feast for the senses.
The writers almost dare us to not relish or enjoy the food, the
convoluted love stories, the solving of issues of love, loyalty and
friendship all set in the delightful towns and countryside of Italy.
Flumeri and Giacometti have previously written radio programs,
novels and a number of screenplays. In this novel, they focus on
food and love that are depicted as inextricably linked, choosing an
ideal setting that is a feast for all the senses, the adventures
mostly taking place in the enticing, glorious green hills,
vineyards, old homes of the small towns of Tuscany.
The story has a complexity that is used to build up the requisite
tension, and the outcome, while perhaps predictable, is a satisfying
one. However, it is not the characters who dominate this
food-lovers' novel, but the food itself. Described in richly
evocative phrases, food, in its powerful effect on the emotions and
behaviour of the characters, is really the star of this story. Food
dominates, and is used to create tension, to solve issues, to bring
people together, be it for friendship, family issues, business or
love. Descriptions of meals are passionately described, and we are
persuaded to see how the particularly powerful, sexually arousing
effects of dishes that persuade people to like, love, or indeed to
disdain, others. Melodramatic it may be, but it is a happy,
well-written and quite simply enjoyable book that brings a smile to
the face and enjoyment not dissimilar to watching a good cookery
program on television.
Elizabeth Bondar
The curious case of the missing mammoth by Ellie Hattie
Ill. by Karl James Mountford. Little Tiger Press, 2017. ISBN
9781848694484
Bong! Oscar is woken by the town clock striking midnight and strange
noises in the street. As he looks out his window he sees a huge,
hairy woolly mammoth. Instead of being scared, he is dressed and
outside in a flash where Timothy the mammoth explains he is
searching for his little brother. Together they continue the search
which leads them to the town museum where the door opens a crack to
reveal the inhabitants have come alive and are having a party.
Continued through the interactivity of gatefolds, lift-the-flaps and
speech bubbles the search progresses through the various sections of
the museum until... It is certainly the most extraordinary hour
of Oscar's life.
Apart from kids' universal curiosity about the mysterious creatures of
the past, this is a book that will delight young children as they
explore it over and over as it combines so much information as the
quest continues. There is so much detail included that there will be
something new to explore and learn with every reading. It is
certainly an intriguing way to help them discover their world and
enjoy having to be part of the action to move the story along.
Barbara Braxton
Bring me the head of Ivy Pocket by Caleb Krisp
Ill. by John Kelly. Ivy Pocket series; book 3. Bloomsbury,
2017. ISBN 9781408858721
(Age: 9+) Highly recommended. Themes: Orphans and orphanages;
Jewellery; Ghosts; Supernatural stories; Mystery and suspense
stories; Ghosts; England - Social life and customs - 19th century.
This is a fabulous conclusion to the Ivy Pocket series, here
ghosts are laid to rest, answers to mysteries revealed and lost
friends rescued. This feisty protagonist faces dangers head on,
relying on her quick thinking, fighting skills, acerbic dialogue and
fun disguises to rapidly race through across the country and into an
alternate kingdom.
Ivy's final missions are difficult ones; she needs to rescue
Anastasia Radcliff and young Rebecca Butterfield from dreadful
circumstances. Of course, the evil henchwoman Miss Always and the
creepy little Locks are chasing her across country, causing her
trouble at every turn.
As Esmeralda Cabbage, Ivy returns to Butterfield Park, scene of a
previously disastrous birthday party ready to confront Lady
Butterfield, Countess Carbunkle and Estelle Dumbleby. Hidden beneath
a secret passage in the ballroom is Anastasia's prison and Ivy is
there to assist with her friend's escape. With the concerns about
the Clock Diamond not working and her enemies closing in, Ivy's bold
antics and her willingness to overstep the boundaries are fun to
read. Ivy's exploits in the fantastical world of Prospa are intense
as she confronts her nemesis, delves into the mystery of the Shadow
and races against time to find the portal back into the real world.
John Kelly's comical drawings display some of Ivy's most intense
scenes; the Countess and her headdress of peacock feathers in flames
and Ivy's triumphant tea party are highlights.
Calvin Krisp's Bring me the head of Ivy Pocket will delight
those readers who have enjoyed the exploits, adventures and quirky
character of this fun female protagonist. This series is perfect for
a Middle Primary class novel, as the author's humorous narrative is
engagingly alliterative, deliciously descriptive and certainly
attention grabbing.
Rhyllis Bignell
Rose's red boots by Maura Finn
Ill. by Karen Erasmus. New Frontier Publishing, 2017. ISBN
9780957988446
(Age: 4+) Recommended. Autumn, Rhyming story, Play, Clothing,
Weather, STEM. Rose goes out to play in the blustery wind with her
dog, Banjo. Leaves gently drift to the ground, the sky is full of
fairy floss clouds, and Rose takes her kite with her. On her feet
are her red boots and she uses these to march across the paddocks to
her destination. Each double page shows Rose and Banjo in action,
and each alternate double page has a repetitive rhyming stanza using
the boots as a lead into something she is doing. Readers,
particularly in a group where the book is read out loud, will love
to learn the refrain, reading it with the leader and act out what
Rose is doing as the story proceeds. It is an infectious story of
one girl's morning out of doors, and children may like to make their
own kites to try them out. The book is a wonderful introduction to
the theme of autumn showing readers the various things which can be
expected during this season.
When it unexpectedly becomes colder and begins to rain with
lightning flashes across the sky, then she and Banjo head for home,
'racing, racing, home for morning tea'.
Fran Knight
The Mysterious Mr Jacob : Diamond Merchant, Magician and Spy by John Zubrzycki
Transit Lounge Publishing, 2017. ISBN 9780995359437
(Age: 16+) This story, claimed by William Dalrymple to be 'one of
the most exciting narrative histories to come out of India', is
indeed utterly fascinating. Set in the late 1800s and early 1900s,
the story is centred on Alexander Malcolm Jacob, who arrived in
Bombay in 1865. His parentage is unknown, seemingly because he
mostly tended to claim different stories at different stages of his
life. It is not a light narrative, its stories often complex and
their 'truth' quite often questionable, yet it is, at times, so
mysteriously fantastic that it seems as if he could have been a
character in a fictional fantasy.
Jacob became well-known in his own world of commerce, in the Indian
world of the time, particularly through his diamond-dealing, the
stones he sourced often being worth millions. However, he was also
known as a great magician, his complex tricks often being challenged
as impossible, therefore judged to be real magic, and therefore
unacceptable. As there appeared to be many for whom the tricks were
too difficult to comprehend, he was ironically criticized for this
very complexity, judged to be too close to real magic for the
audience, who ranged from the wider European community of
expatriates and those from the world of the Middle East, as it was
known at the time.
Keeping to the narrative genre, Zubrycki creates a believable and
indeed mysterious character whose fabulous wealth and control of his
world seem to have been impossible, given his background. Indeed, it
is this aspect that was so referred to so often in the work by his
critics. His capacity to create apparent magic, the strength of his
personality, his persuasive powers, his ability to buy and sell
works of art, particularly fabulous jewels, made him renowned across
British India, and abroad. He is said to have bought diamonds from
Australia, to have had friends in many countries, to have worked
impossible sleights of hand that could not be analysed, which added
to his mystery, and yet, before he lost his wealth, status and
friends, he appears to have been charismatic, mysterious and to have
been a consummate magician. He was interviewed by pragmatic
journalists, and even these non-believers wrote that there was
something unreal about this man's powers.
It would be a suitable book for older adolescents, as an informative
and challenging account of an unusual man. However, I would suggest
that this is not a book for younger readers because of its subject,
its complexity, its literary/historical nature, its references to
the real world of the Raj, and India in this historical period
(comprehensible with an understanding of India's complex history),
and because of the unresolved, and indeed mysterious aspects that
are part of its complexity.
Elizabeth Bondar
Bronze bird tower by Carole Wilkinson
Dragonkeeper book 6. Walker Books, 2017. ISBN 9781922179586
(Age: 10+) Recommended. Dragons. Fantasy. Myths. Mythical
worlds. Carole Wilkinson has ended the Dragonkeeper series
with another thrilling, fantasy journey into the mythical world of
Huaxia (China) in the safe haven where the dragons have sought
sanctuary. This series is set at a time when it seems that dragons
are about to lose their capacity for survival. Tao the dragonkeeper
(who has power to summon the life-force from the invertebrate world
and the ability to see visions into the future) is called upon again
to rescue the dragons and their hope for the future - their dragon
stones. His Buddhist leanings (although challenged at times)
encourage him to seek peaceful solutions for the dragons in order to
solve their in-fighting and the war-like advances from humans bent
on using the dragons for their own power displays. Tao's faithful
dragon companions, who see and know his strengths despite his
peaceful demeanour, eventually work with him to ensure the long-term
survival of the remaining mythical creatures. But will his role as
dragonkeeper protect them into the future?
Wilkinson has managed to create a stand-alone story (even though
this is Number 6 in the Dragonkeeper series) that could be
comfortably promoted to readers even if they have not read other
books in the series. (I confess to only having read books 1 and 2 in
the series, prior to reading this final offering.) This is a series
that can be savoured for introducing a fantasy and mythical world of
dragons and magical powers that is still narrative-driven, gentle,
and not blatantly sinister. It also explores and parallels human
motives as they pursue power and self-aggrandisement. The Buddhist
practices of Tao are generally confined to peaceful and vegetarian
preferences, but this also provides an uncommon perspective for
children's literature. His wisdom and mystical powers supersede his
religious life.
Carolyn Hull
Julius Zebra: Bundle with the Britons by Gary Northfield
Julius Zebra series. Walker Books, 2017. ISBN 9781406373721
(Age: 8+) Ancient Rome. Animal stories. Gladiators. Humorous
stories. Champion gladiator Julius Zebra returns in another crazy
adventure accompanied by his zany animal friends. Life for the
People's Champion should be exciting; everybody loves this zebra, he
even signs hoof print autographs in the muddy streets of Rome.
Emperor Hadrian has promised Julius his freedom after one last fight
at the Colosseum, but the ruler has an alternate plan.
Unfortunately, they have one more task to complete, a tournament in
distant Britannia. Julius is disappointed as he was set to enjoy his
upcoming holibobs, while Felix the warthog wanted to add to his
extensive rock collection and Rufus the giraffe planned a relaxing
fishing holiday. Instead, they must travel on a stinky sailing ship,
far across the seas to an unknown place to fight in another
tournament.
Septimus the gladiators' trainer is a hard taskmaster on board; he
forces the animals to scrub the decks daily and sleep in hammocks
inside the stinky hold. An attempt to dress in chainmail and escape
the confines of the ship leads to a hilarious incident that
requires the rescue of the crocodile, warthog, giraffe, lion and
antelope.
Life in Roman Britain proves fraught with danger, the smelly streets
of Londinium treacherous, and their holiday home a hovel near the
small amphitheatre. The animals are quirky character drawn together
in difficult circumstances, unaware that their opponents are mean
fighting machines.
Gary Northfield's hilarious cartoons highlight how Julius and his
friends struggle with life in an unknown land, as they prepare to
face new combatants in the arena. The animals' irreverent dialogue
is sharp, witty and sarcastic. This is another laugh out loud story,
with plenty of jokes, gags and puns. These stories combine facts
about Ancient Rome life with humorous scenes and silly animal
antics.
Rhyllis Bignell
Note perfect by Yvette Poshoglian
Ill. by Danielle McDonald. Ella and Olivia series, book 19.
Scholastic, 2017. ISBN 9781743811481
(Age: 6-8) Recommended. Family life. School life. Concerts. Music. Note
Perfect is the nineteenth junior novel in the Ella
and Olivia series. The extremely large font and line
drawings support the transition from picture book to beginning
novel. Each book is written with a specific theme and each includes
a range of familiar text and some specific trickier words relating
to the theme.
Ella and Olivia are sisters and best friends. Ella is seven years
old and Olivia is five-and-a-half years old; they live with their
mum, dad, and little brother Max. The sisters love music and enjoy
participating in the Junior Band at School. Olivia plays percussion
instruments, the triangle, wooden blocks and glockenspiel; she also
is learning to play the drums. Ella loves to play the flute and both
sisters love to practise at home. With an upcoming concert and a
difficult new song to learn, there is plenty of drama at home and at
the rehearsals. At home, everyone enjoys the music, Max plays the
pots and pans and even Bob their puppy tries to sing along!
There are a few hiccups on the day of the concert. When Miss Knowles
the band conductor asks Olivia to take Luca's place at the drum set,
is she up for the challenge?
Yvette Poshoglian's charming stories are written specifically for
early readers who enjoy simple plots and relatable characters.
Rhyllis Bignell
Nomax by Shannon Horsfall
Angus and Robertson, 2017. ISBN 9781460753927
(Age: 3+) Recommended. Dogs. Pets. Names. A delightfully funny
picture book in which the text belies the image given on each page
will have readers laughing out loud as the dog chews its way through
things he shouldn't, steals sausages from the butcher or tries to
help dad by bringing his slippers but resulting in moving the
standard lamp closer to his chair with predictable results.
The dog is thrilled that his dad calls him by name, Nomax, each time
he does something incredibly helpful, but readers will see the
underlying humour as Nomax's antics get him into trouble each time.
Running down the hill while on the lead sees dad call out Nomax,
digging the roses in the garden sees his name called out again,
washing his socks or tidying the office gets an instant response of
his name being called. The gentle humour will appeal to younger
readers, whether this is read out loud or read alone. If read in a
group I can see children calling out to say what Nomax has done,
thrilling at the unexpected results of his helpfulness. And turning
the last page will bring gales of laughter as they realise why he is
called Nomax.
Horsfall's illustrations are deliciously witty with the funniest
expressions on the dog's face being shown with just the slightest of
changes in his mouth and eyes. Things hanging from his mouth belie
his perception that he is doing the right thing, and will elicit
laughter from the readers.
Fran Knight
Under the same sky by Mojgan Shamsalipoor, Milad Jafari and James Knight
Hachette, 2017. ISBN 9780733637827
(Age: 15+) At a time when more than 20 million refugees seek shelter
in countries which wrestle with questions regarding asylum, this
story simply tells of the lives and experience of Mojgan
Shamsalipoor and Milad Jafari, two young people from Iran.
Mojgan's background was one of financial hardship, with her single
mother struggling to provide for the family and often having to
depend upon the charity of relatives to access accommodation. It
would appear that desperation drove her to remarry, hoping to create
a more stable life and home for Mojgan, her sister and brothers.
Sadly, the situation became nightmarish for Mojgan and her mother
when her brutal and violent stepfather commenced beatings and sexual
assault before arranging a marriage to a man old enough to be her
grandfather. Trapped by oppressive Sharia law which offered no
escape and administrative corruption which enabled and supported the
stepfather, Mojgan and her brother Hossein undertook the perilous
journey to escape Iran.
Also growing up in Iran, Milad experienced a more secure life in a
family provided for by his father who worked hard and enjoyed
financial success. Life became dangerous for this family however as
Milad came under police scrutiny for producing forbidden Hip Hop
music and other family members became imperilled from simply knowing
people who had been arrested and subsequently murdered for political
reasons.
The tension and fear experienced by these young people fleeing an
oppressive regime, risking their lives to the hands of people
smugglers and enduring a frightening, arduous journey by boat is
difficult to adequately express. Similarly the anxiety produced by
protracted detention, the seemingly endless asylum application
process and fear of terrible consequences if rejected and returned
to Iran is impossible to summarise.
Meeting in Australia, Milad and Mojgan fall in love and marry,
however their newfound joy turns to stress and fear when asylum is
refused for Mojgan and she is pressured to return to Iran.
Recent events have prompted renewed consideration of Australia's
asylum policy in relation to Moslem refugees by politicians, media
commentators and the general public. Evident in this book was the
fact that life for asylum seekers fleeing oppression is miserable
and this is removed from any ideological debate concerning whether
Australia ought or ought not accept Moslem refugees.
What affected me most powerfully was a sense of fury and despair
that the world's refugee problem is principally caused by political
and / or religious lunacy which foments oppression and violence.
Whilst this continues, millions of innocents will continue to be
driven from their homes where they might otherwise have stayed to
live productive and happy lives.
Rob Welsh
Double take! a new look at opposites by Susan Hood
Ill. by Jay Fleck. Walker Studio, 2015. ISBN 9781406377293
(Age: 4+) Highly recommended. Opposites. Perspective. Points of
view. More than a look at opposites, this interesting picture book
is also a challenge for the reader to ponder and delve into what an
opposite really means and to think about different points of view.
Hood has written an engaging, thought provoking text in rhyme,
looking not just at what a simple opposite can mean but how it
relates to who wants to know and the perspective of the person
asking: Who knows what's BIG
unless there's SMALL?
Does SHORT mean a thing
except next to TALL?
The illustrations done in a retro style by Jay Fleck are evocative
and add much to the text. The one on the back of the book with the
blurb was particularly engaging showing a tall flower in a small pot
with a bird looking at it and a short flower in a big pot with a
mouse looking at it. Another that caught my eye was the elephant
lifting a large weight that contrasted with the boy trying to lift a
small one: Who's STRONG
and who's WEAK
is hardly perplexing
Then the reader turns the page to see a double page spread with a
giant whale and the text: But STRONG can look WEAK
when a new champ is flexing.
The use of different styles of print to highlight the point being
made also adds to the fun of the book and would lead to easy
emphasis when reading aloud.
This would be a very useful book to have in the classroom, and its
easy rhythm and fun illustrations will engage both readers and
listeners.
Pat Pledger
