Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. - Jimmy the Whip
Jimmy the Whip - A story of adventure, courage and Australian history
Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. – Jimmy the Whip is an exciting historical adventure set during the gold rush and the legendary era of Cobb and Co. Follow gold seekers, coach travellers and drivers as they face flooding rivers, rough bush tracks and dangerous encounters with bushrangers. Blending fictional characters with real historical figures, including Mary Jinks and Cabbage Tree Ned, the story brings real Australian history to life for young readers. At its heart is a powerful message: Grit + Graft = Resilience and Success
Jimmy the Whip | Discover and Learn Edition | Years 5-7
Written by an experienced teacher, this curriculum-aligned resource combines the adventures of Jimmy with practical learning activities designed for classrooms, libraries and home learning. What's included?
Already at work in Australian schools | Request a complimentary copy today
The book is currently held in public libraries and has already been adopted by a number of Years 5–7 classes as part of a commitment to increasing Australian history content. If you’re a teacher or school librarian, we’d be delighted to send your school a complimentary copy.
Get in touch
Interested in class sets for your school? We'd love to hear from you.
Contact Hazel directly by email or phone, or complete the enquiry form below.
hazel@cobbandcotracks.com | 📞 +61 417 984 455
What teachers are saying ...
Jimmy the Whip is an engaging historical narrative that skilfully balances humour with rich Australian history through an accessible and well-structured story format. The text cleverly weaves factual information about Cobb & Co into the narrative, highlighting the daily reliance on this vital transport service and bringing Australia’s past to life in a meaningful and engaging way.
As a teacher, I particularly appreciate the clear and well-aligned language features embedded throughout the text. The purposeful inclusion of examples drawn directly from the book makes it easy to incorporate into lesson planning across learning areas. It is very evident that this historical narrative has been written by a skilled teacher who understands curriculum alignment and classroom practice. It takes the hard work out of lesson planning and incorporation, making it an extremely practical classroom resource.
The images and text complement one another effectively, supporting students’ understanding of the historical context of Cobb & Co and enhancing engagement with the narrative. Overall, Jimmy the Whip is a high-quality historical narrative that successfully combines storytelling, humour and history while strongly supporting effective teaching and learning.
Classroom Teacher – Dianne Kibble, Beenleigh, Queensland
Along the tracks of Cobb and Co. – Jimmy the Whip is an exciting historical adventure set during the gold rush and the legendary era of Cobb and Co. Follow gold seekers, coach travellers and drivers as they face flooding rivers, rough bush tracks and dangerous encounters with bushrangers. Blending fictional characters with real historical figures, including Mary Jinks and Cabbage Tree Ned, the story brings real Australian history to life for young readers. At its heart is a powerful message: Grit + Graft = Resilience and Success
Jimmy the Whip | Discover and Learn Edition | Years 5-7
Written by an experienced teacher, this curriculum-aligned resource combines the adventures of Jimmy with practical learning activities designed for classrooms, libraries and home learning. What's included?
- Warm-up activities
- Explicit identification of text structure and dramatic effects
- Word study, including punctuation, sentence construction, and parts of speech
- Exploration of literary devices used within the text
- Structured learning activities to support comprehension and analysis
- Discussion prompts that encourage:
- reading engagement
- historical knowledge and understanding
- values‑based and reflective conversations.
Already at work in Australian schools | Request a complimentary copy today
The book is currently held in public libraries and has already been adopted by a number of Years 5–7 classes as part of a commitment to increasing Australian history content. If you’re a teacher or school librarian, we’d be delighted to send your school a complimentary copy.
Get in touch
Interested in class sets for your school? We'd love to hear from you.
Contact Hazel directly by email or phone, or complete the enquiry form below.
hazel@cobbandcotracks.com | 📞 +61 417 984 455
What teachers are saying ...
Jimmy the Whip is an engaging historical narrative that skilfully balances humour with rich Australian history through an accessible and well-structured story format. The text cleverly weaves factual information about Cobb & Co into the narrative, highlighting the daily reliance on this vital transport service and bringing Australia’s past to life in a meaningful and engaging way.
As a teacher, I particularly appreciate the clear and well-aligned language features embedded throughout the text. The purposeful inclusion of examples drawn directly from the book makes it easy to incorporate into lesson planning across learning areas. It is very evident that this historical narrative has been written by a skilled teacher who understands curriculum alignment and classroom practice. It takes the hard work out of lesson planning and incorporation, making it an extremely practical classroom resource.
The images and text complement one another effectively, supporting students’ understanding of the historical context of Cobb & Co and enhancing engagement with the narrative. Overall, Jimmy the Whip is a high-quality historical narrative that successfully combines storytelling, humour and history while strongly supporting effective teaching and learning.
Classroom Teacher – Dianne Kibble, Beenleigh, Queensland