Make Time for families in National Simultaneous Storytime 2022
Next week, on Wednesday 25 May at 11:00am AEST, we will be celebrating the 22nd National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS). Are you ready? The event National Simultaneous Storytime is an annual...
Australian authors and illustrators
The Environment Awards for Children’s Literature — Shortlist 2021
When I was recently approached by the Wilderness Society to Share information about this year’s Environment Award for Children’s Literature, I didn’t hesitate. I have previously interviewed two authors whose...
I Wonder… a book for our planet by Allison Paterson
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Allison Paterson and her delightful new picture book I Wonder with illustrations by Nancy Bevington and published by Big Sky...
Let’s meet courageous, creative Claudette by Helene Magisson
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Claudette, the beautiful new picture book written and illustrated by Helene Magisson, published by Red Paper Kite. While Helene has illustrated...
The Importance of Daydreaming and Imagination — a Guest Post by #Josh Langley
Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Australian author and illustrator Josh Langley who advocates for children’s mental health, including developing their self-esteem, friendship skills and creativity through...
Swim a Rainbow with Kim Michelle Toft
Kim Michelle Toft is the author and illustrator of a collection of beautiful environmentally-themed picture books focussing on the conservation of marine environments. I have previously introduced you to Michelle...