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Once Upon a Gumtree
By Jen Girling
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Description
Meet Kaz the Koala, who prefers the safety of her cosy tree until a rainy day sends her into the bushland for an unexpected adventure. Through lyrical rhymes and warm, playful illustrations in neutral bushland tones with vibrant butterflies, this gentle story invites young readers to see beauty in the unexpected, even on a bad day.
Perfect for bedtime reading, Once Upon a Gumtree helps children explore big emotions with calm reassurance, encouraging mindfulness and gratitude.
This special book also includes a "Did You Know" section with fun, educational facts about koalas and butterflies-ideal for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want to enrich Storytime with learning.
Features:Australian bushland settingHand-drawn illustrations using pencils and alcohol inksSoothing rhyme for easy read-aloudGentle themes of gratitude, wonder, and emotional resilienceEducational fact pages about koalas and butterflies
Available in hardcover and softcover editions, Once Upon a Gumtree makes a treasured gift for little nature lovers, teachers, or anyone seeking calm, mindful stories to share.
Product details
Number of Pages:
36
Release Date:
2025-11-01
Publication Date:
2025-11-01
Publisher:
Wattle & Wonder Ink
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN10:
1764166817
ISBN13:
9781764166812
Minimum Reading Age:
3
Maximum Reading Age:
7
Weight:
327 g
Height:
221 cm
Width:
222 cm
Thickness:
6 cm
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