A review by Emma Streeton The school holidays have started and Eddy Popcorn can’t wait to hang out with his friends. Then disaster strikes. Eddy’s …
Children
Faraway Truth by Janae Marks
A review by Emma Streeton Zoe Washington never met her father. He was sent to prison right before she was born and she has had …
“KidLit panel”: Nat Amoore, Andrew Levins, Adrian Beck
Today’s guests each wrote comedic adventure style books for kids. They’re passionate about children’s literacy, books in homes, music, and poking fun of each other. …
Making a baby: an inclusive guide to how every family begins by Rachel Greener and Clare Owen
A Review by Emma Streeton For any parent whose younger children are, every now and then, asking questions about how babies are really made, this …
Monty’s Island: Scary Mary and the Stripe Spell by Emily Rodda
A review by Emma Streeton Monty is an adventurous boy who lives on a small perfect island with his loyal companions Tawny the Fearless Lion, …
Super Sporty Girls: be inspired and celebrate Australia’s amazing sportswomen
A review by Emma Streeton Super Sporty Girls celebrates women in sport. It celebrates eighteen inspirational Aussie teams and sports women who are kicking goals, …
Coco: Big City Kitty by Laura Bunting, illustrated by Nicky Johnston
A review by Emma Streeton Once there was a small kitty called Coco. Coco lived on the top floor of the tallest building on Meowington …
The Year The Maps Changed by Danielle Binks
A review by Emma Streeton The Year the Maps Changed follows 11-year-old Winifred (Fred) and her life in Sorrento when 400 Kosovar-Albanian refugees arrive. We …
Pests by Emer Stamp
A review by Emma Streeton Stix is a tiny mouse who lives behind the washing machine. He has always followed his grandmother’s rules to avoid …
Fabio the World’s Greatest Flamingo Detective: Peril at Lake Lizard by Laura James
A review by Emma Streeton Fabio the World’s Greatest Flamingo Detective: Peril at Lake Lizard is a quirky little book is sure to delight both …
Fartboy: Ready, Aim, Fart By Adam Wallace
A review by Emma Streeton Everyone thinks Martin is the tidiest boy in town. They have no idea that he is also Fartboy, the STINKIEST …
Nat Enough by Maria Scrivan
A review by Emma Streeton Natalie has never felt that she’s enough (Nat Enough) – athletic enough, stylish enough, or talented enough. And on the …
DK Help Your Kids With Maths – An Australian Step-by-Step Guide
A Review by Emma Streeton Like most parents in the past few weeks, I have been tasked with the joys of homeschooling. Now, my girls …
I’m Ready Puffin Picture Book Series Illustrated by Jedda Robaard
Review by Annabelle Lee The I’m Ready series by Puffin Books, illustrated by Jedda Robaard contains four titles, I’m Ready for Christmas, I’m Ready for …
Parlour Games For Modern Families by Myfanwy Jones and Spiri Tsintziras
A review by Emma Streeton Reviving the tradition of indoor family games, this book guide brings mental stimulation, silliness, and laughter back into the house. …