Scout and the Rescue Dogs
Scout and the Rescue Dogs by Dianne Wolfer with illustrations by Tony Flowers is oozing with community spirit in the face of adversity, layered, authentic and endearing characters, a glimpse into the world of community outreach by truckies and gorgeous dogs needing to find their forever homes. This story seamlessly weaves together in a riveting […]
Satin
Title: Satin Author: Sophie Masson Illustrator: Lorena Carrington Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Publication date: March 2023 Teacher Notes: Available on the MidnightSun Publishing website here Satin by Sophie Masson, illustrated by Lorena Carrington and published by MidnightSun publishing is highly intriguing, meaningful, sophisticated and a remarkably unique picture book for upper primary school students. It is imbued […]
Accidentally Kelly Street
Title: Accidentally Kelly Street By: Briony Stewart with lyrics by Tim O’Connor from Frente Publisher: Affirm Press Publication date: 25 October 2022 RRP: $24.99 Briony Stewart has reimagined the 90s iconic song, Accidentally Kelly Street in her latest ebullient picture book published by Affirm Press. Her beautiful and lively illustrations have created a new timely […]
Runt
Runt by Craig Silvey, illustrated by Sara Acton and published by Allen & Unwin, recommended for readers 8-12, is a fast paced, witty, highly memorable, engaging and ruminative read that I shared with my daughter. Craig Silvey includes many meaty themes such as family selflessly coming together to overcome obstacles, true friendship, grit and resilience […]
Avery’s Hat-tastic Adventures Book 1: How Does A Hat Save The Day?
Title: Avery’s Hat-tastic Adventures Book 1: How Does A Hat Save The Day? Author: Ellie Royce Illustrator: Mardi Davies Publisher: We Are All Made of Stories Publication date: June 21, 2022 Themes: Family, friendship and community This review is part of a Books on Tour campaign Avery’s Hat-tastic Adventures Book 1: How Does A Hat Save The […]
Flipper and Finnegan – The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins
Title: Flipper and Finnegan – The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins Author: Sophie Cunningham Illustrator: Anil Tortop Publisher: Allen & Unwin Imprint: Albert Street Books Publication date: 16 August, 2022 RRP: $19.99(AUD) Flipper and Finnegan – The True Story of How Tiny Jumpers Saved Little Penguins is the second collaboration between […]
Hope on the Horizon: A children’s handbook on empathy, kindness and making a better world
Title: Hope on the Horizon: A children’s handbook on empathy, kindness and making a better world. Author: Onjali Q. Raúf Illustrators: Isobel Lundie and cover illustration by Pippa Curnick Pages: 288 Publisher: Wren and Rook an imprint of Hachette Children’s Group Publication date: 31st May 2022 Themes: the power of kindness, empathy, hope, activism, community, role […]
Old Fellow
Old Fellow by Christopher Cheng and illustrated by Liz Anelli is a glorious, heart-warming tale that reflects on and celebrates companionship, the power of community, connection and the positive and affirming role parks play in a local area. This tender story deftly explores the unconditional bond a man and dog share. Together they traverse their […]
Papa and the Olden Days
Papa and the Olden Days written by Ian Edwards and illustrated by Rachel Tonkin was a Children’s Book Council of Australia 1990 Honour Book in the Younger Readers category. This book has been inspired by the illustrator’s family history as she has recorded and preserved her father’s stories about growing up in Thoona, a north-eastern […]
We Are Australians
We Are Australians written by Duncan Smith and Nicole Godwin with paintings by Jandamarra Cadd and published by Wild Dog Books is an absolutely stunning picture book. The utterly moving, poetic and emotive text coupled with sublime illustrations provoked a visceral reaction for me. I had goosebumps while reading this breathtaking book. This is a […]