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Don't Pat the Wombat!

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Don't Pat the Wombat! by Elizabeth Honey is a delightful children's book that follows the adventures of schoolchildren during a camping trip. It highlights the humorous and endearing interactions between the students and their eccentric teacher. The story captures the spirit of friendship, the challenges of school life, and the unexpected lessons learned outside the classroom.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming and humorous stories about friendship and adventure, featuring a spirited group of schoolchildren on a camp trip. Its lively characters and engaging plot provide a delightful read for young readers who cherish tales with a touch of mischief and a lot of fun.

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Don't Pat the Wombat!

Hugely popular novel about grade six school camp.

Shortlisted, Fiction for Older Readers, Young Australians Best Book Award (YABBA) 1999 (Vic), Winner, Years 3-5 Section, Children Rate Outstanding Writers/illustrators (CROW) Award 1997, Shortlisted, Secondary Divison, ACT Canberra's Own Outstanding

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The warts-and-all story of a Grade 6 school camp (including the funny, rude and naughty bits), featuring a loner called Jonah and an explosive teacher called The Bomb.

Discover the adventures and misadventures of Jonah, a unique boy confronting the challenges of school life. Don't Pat the Wombat! captures the essence of school camps, complete with all their hilarious and chaotic moments. Immerse yourself in this unforgettable tale where friendships are tested, and teachers make an indelible impact on their students' lives.

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Don't Pat the Wombat! by Elizabeth Honey is widely praised for its humorous and engaging story about a school camp adventure. Readers appreciate the vivid character portrayals and memorable antics, making it a favourite among children for its lively narrative and relatable themes. The book's energetic and whimsical style often delights young audiences and provides a nostalgic reflection for adults.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781865080888

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2000

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 132g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Elizabeth Honey is an award-winning author/illustrator of novels, poetry and picture books. Her stories are funny and action-packed, her characters are engaging and full of life, her style is unique.

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