We’re All in This Together — a Picture Book by Skye Hughes
The refrain ‘We’re all in this together’ echoed around the world in 2020 as we came to grips with the changes that living with a pandemic brought. Teaching online and...
children’s books
2020 — A Year of Books
Books make wonderful gifts at any time and Christmas is no exception. As a child, I loved nothing more than receiving a new book of my own for birthdays and...
Introducing Gorkle and the text message mystery by Penny Macoun
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Penny Macoun and her delightful new picture book Gorkle. This interview is part of a Books on Tour promotion. Have you...
Cats and Dogs — Understanding Autism Spectrum and ADHD with Kathy Hoopmann
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Kathy Hoopmann and her delightfully humorous and sensitive books that help to explain how it feels to be on the...
Meet Jonathan Cormur and the Dorktales Storytime Podcast
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to a new fun story time podcast I have just discovered. I’m sure you will love these fun, clever podcasts as much...
Bush Ballads, Billabongs and Bullfrogs
A couple of weeks ago, I announced the publication of a new anthology of Bedtime Ballads and Tall Tales from the Australian Bush, Tell ‘Em They’re Dreaming, in which I...
Elizabeth Cummings discusses The Sweetest Lollipop Lady in the World
Today we are talking with Elizabeth Cummings about The Sweetest Lollipop Lady in the World from the Verityville series. This interview is part of a Books on Tour promotion. I...
Creating a Positive Future with Ethicool Books
Today I am delighted to introduce you to a new publishing company Ethicool Books. When I first heard about Ethicool Books, I was intrigued by the name and the play...
Develop your Kindness Superpower with Super Nicholas by Michelle Worthington
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Michelle Worthington, Australian author with many successful picture books to her credit. I previously introduced you to some of Michelle’s work...
Meet Caroline Tuohey author of Skadoodle & Snug’s Magnificent Plan
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Caroline Tuohey author of the delightful picture book Skadoodle and Snug’s Magnificent Plan. I previously introduced you to some of Caroline’s...
Meet author Diana Harley and her springtime picture books
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Diana Harley as we discuss her three beautiful picture books that are perfect for sharing at springtime, or any time. Here...
Special Days and Events for Classroom Celebrations — September
September has almost arrived, bringing spring to the Southern Hemisphere. I always enjoy spring when the world seems to brighten, and gardens fill with flowers, insects, birds and other small...