Rainforest Camp: Juliet, Nearly a Vet (Book 12)

Name: Rainforest Camp: Juliet, Nearly a Vet (Book 12)
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780143507048
Price: 14.99 NZD
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By Rebecca Johnson

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Rainforest Camp: Juliet, Nearly a Vet (Book 12) by Rebecca Johnson follows Juliet, an aspiring vet, as she embarks on an exciting adventure at a rainforest camp. Alongside her friends and fellow Vet Cadets, she encounters various challenges and fascinating wildlife, offering her many opportunities to put her veterinary skills to the test in a lush and vibrant setting. This children's book blends education and adventure, providing young readers with a delightful mix of learning and fun.
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Rainforest Camp: Juliet, Nearly a Vet (Book 12)

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You might enjoy this book if you love adventurous tales of young heroes exploring nature and helping animals. The story follows Juliet, a budding veterinarian, as she embarks on an exciting rainforest camp experience. With engaging animal antics and educational elements, it’s perfect for children curious about wildlife and veterinary science.

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Description

Hi! I'm Juliet. I'm ten years old. And I'm nearly a vet!

We're off on a school camp to the rainforest. Chelsea, Maisy and I are excited about all the different animals we might spot on our nature walks and torchlight treks. Chelsea is not excited about the creepy crawlies we might find!

I've brought my vet-kit along just in case we find any animals in need of help...

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143507048

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 78g

Pages: 96

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Rebecca Johnson

About the Author

Rebecca Johnson is an award-winning Australian author, part-time primary school science teacher and mother of two. In 2015 she received the Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools. In 2010 Rebecca recieved the Peter Doherty Award for Excellence in Science Teaching. The 'Juliet' series won the Environmental Award for Children's literature 2014 (Bush Baby Rescue), been nominated for the CBCA younger readers section (2014 and 2015), and nominated for the Adelaide Festival Awards for Literature (2014). This series will soon be published in Norwegian, Czech, Slovak and Portuguese. Her best-selling series of page-turning adventures featuring Australian wildlife (Steve Parish Storybook Collection) has sold more than 2.6 million copies. Her Insect Series (published by Pascal Press) was Winner of the 2014 Whitley Commendation for Best Educational Series. http-//rebeccajohnson.com.au

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