Where learning feels like play.
The Fire Wombat by Jackie French and illustrated by Danny Snell was a Notable Book for the 2021 CBCA Book of the Year. It’s a moving and beautifully illustrated story that helps children understand courage, compassion, and community in times of crisis. About the Book As the flames of a bushfire approach, one small wombat […]
The first day of school can be both exciting and overwhelming for young children. As a kindergarten teacher, I understand the importance of creating a safe and welcoming environment. One way I help ease separation anxiety is by reading Audrey Penn’s The Kissing Hand. This heartwarming story sets a comforting tone and helps students feel […]
Ellie’s Dragon – Shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Book of The Year: Early Childhood. The publishers say… No friendship is imaginary. When Ellie is very little, she finds a newborn dragon fresh from the egg on a supermarket shelf and calls him Scratch. He is quite the sweetest thing she has ever seen! From that […]
Anemone is not the Enemy – Shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Book of The Year: Early Childhood. This quirky and humorous picture book tells the story of a sea anemone who lives alone in a rock pool and desperately wants a friend … The story follows a series of conversations between the anemone and the […]
Looking for creative Sing Me the Summer activities to bring this beautiful story into your classroom? This lyrical picture book by Jane Godwin and Alison Lester is perfect for exploring the seasons, rhyme, and descriptive writing. Below you’ll find lesson ideas, worksheets, and a freebie to help your students connect with the book in fun, […]
The hilarious picture book Not Cute by Philip Bunting was shortlisted for the CBCA 2021 Picture Book of the Year. This witty and thought-provoking story is a perfect addition to your classroom library and will quickly become a student favourite. This funny tale follows an adorable Quokka who desperately wishes to be described as anything […]
I love picture books… like really love picture books. There is no better way to engage students and introduce key concepts in the classroom than with a quality picture book. As well as providing children with an introduction to art and story, these experiences are also rich in their support of early literacy. Reading picture […]
