Days of Warmth

Name: Days of Warmth
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781761340567
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Gregg Dreise

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Raise a reader with this exquisite board book for babies and toddlers from Kamilaroi author Gregg Dreise. A lyrical story that blends early learning concepts such as days of the week, Australian animals, and family into a joyous board book for 0-5 year olds. Days of... Read More

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Days of Warmth

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Description

Raise a reader with this exquisite board book for babies and toddlers from Kamilaroi author Gregg Dreise.

A lyrical story that blends early learning concepts such as days of the week, Australian animals, and family into a joyous board book for 0-5 year olds.

Days of Warmth offers a perfect introduction to the beauty of storytelling for the youngest of readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761340567

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Board book

Date Published: 27 August 2024

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Illustration: Colour

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 16

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About the Author

Gregg Dreise grew up in south-west Queensland in a large family that loves music, art, sport, Culture and family. He is very proud of his Kamilaroi and Euahlayi heritage. The Kamilaroi and Euahlayi peoples' lands extend from south-west Queensland into north-west New South Wales. Culture, music and storytelling have run through his family's blood since time began. Gregg is a talented storyteller who uses didgeridoos, guitars, laughter and high-energy performances to pass on culture, unity and wisdom through his educational talks.

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