Father Koala's Nursery Rhymes


Book Description

Picture book of nursery rhymes, both new and traditional, adapted for Australian children (eg 'Sing a song of ten cents'). Author is a radio host.




Father Koala's Nursery Rhymes


Book Description

Join Father Koala and his little mates as they romp through a selection of Aussie nursery rhymes. Little Miss Golden works on her Holden, Black Swan swims in an old billabong, Jack and Jill check boundary fences, Swaggie puts the billy on and we all have tea. Kel Richards, well-known radio personality, brings 'Father Koala's Nursery Rhymes' to life with his wit and humour. Queensland artist, Glen Singleton, adds the charm and colour of the Australian bush with his delightful illustrations. Not to be missed!




Father Koala's Nursery Rhymes


Book Description

Picture book of nursery rhymes, both new and traditional, adapted for Australian children (eg 'Sing a song of ten cents'). Author is a radio host.




Father Koala's Fairy Tales


Book Description

Once more, join Father Koala as he reads some Aussie fairy tales to the young koalas in Gumleaf Lodge. Jack climbs the choko vine, the princess meets the cane toad, the Kangaroos Gruff outwit the bunyip under the bridge, and Little Red Riding Hood is almost eaten by the dingo. Kel Richards has added to 'Father Koala's Fables' and 'Father Koala's Nursery Rhymes' with this witty successor. Glen Singleton's exuberant illustrations once more bring life and humour to these Australian characters.




Tippy and Jellybean - The True Story of a Brave Koala who Saved her Baby from a Bushfire


Book Description

Based on a heartwarming true story. Tippy and her baby Jellybean live in a beautiful eucalyptus forest. One day, they wake up and sniff the air. It's smoky, hot and windy. Kangaroos and wallabies are bounding. Wombats are heading to their burrows. The cockatoos take off in an enormous flock. Tippy can't hop. Or run. Or fly. So she shelters her baby in the only way she can This is the uplifting true story of a koala who saved her baby from a bushfire, and the dedicated vets who looked after them until they were healed and ready to go home.




Koala's Big Day Out


Book Description

Pull the sliders, lift the flaps and join in with this story to help Koala find his little sister!This chunky, interactive novelty book has pull-tabs and flaps, specially designed for toddlers, and is full of funny reveals and fun Australian characters.Throughout the book children are helping Koala to find his little sister while they visit many much loved Australian loandmarks including the Sydney Opera House, the Big Pineapple and Lunar Park.This book is great for developing language and fine motor skills.




Children's Book Review, 1994


Book Description

Provides access to reviews of children's books and periodicals that are indexed by Book Review Index.







Barnyard Babies Picture Book


Book Description

Children will explore fun facts about different barnyard animals and learn the name of each animal baby with this colorful book featuring real photographs. Studies show that young learners find it easier to associate real-life animals to photographs than to illustrations. From adorable, little puppies to spotted baby calves, this book teaches children about all of their favorite barnyard friends! Other books in the Photo Fun Fact Series include: Peek-a-Book At The Zoo, Monster Machines, and Rescue Ready




Ice Boy


Book Description

Tired of helping others cool their drinks, Ice Boy proceeds to sneak out of the freezer and heads to the beach, where his edges begin to blur.